Youth Capital Project Funding from American Savings Foundation
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking capital support for youth, education, human services, or arts and culture programs can apply for American Savings Foundation’s ASF Capital Grants, with awards up to US $10,000. With a mission to improve community quality of life, the foundation prioritizes one-time capital needs essential to direct services, especially in New Britain and Waterbury.
American Savings Foundation
Youth Leadership Grants for Groups from Connecticut Community Foundation
Connecticut youth-serving groups and small nonprofits in Waterbury can access funding through Connecticut Community Foundation to run grassroots projects and leadership programs; awards range from US $5,000 - US $7,000. Resident-led initiatives that build youth leadership, civic engagement, and community connections in Waterbury, Connecticut are prioritized, including workshops, organizing, gardens, public art, and similar neighborhood-strengthening efforts.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Grants for Connecticut Civic Engagement
Community organizations, schools, and public agencies in Connecticut working on civic engagement can receive support to deepen understanding and participation in civic life. The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut provides mini-grants up to US $1,000 for efforts that build inclusive, just communities, including youth-focused initiatives in its 42 Eastern Connecticut communities.
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Nordson Corporation Foundation Youth Education Grants in Connecticut
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits in New London and Windham Counties can seek funding for youth-focused education, workforce preparation, and enrichment programs, as well as related human welfare, arts, and civic initiatives. Nordson Corporation Foundation also considers general operating support for organizations that deliver measurable outcomes and help young people progress toward self-sufficiency and higher education.
Nordson Corporation Foundation
Cornelia T Bailey Support for Connecticut Arts Education
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations integrating visual or performing arts into youth education can seek funding to enhance learning, motivate students, and support educators. Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust’s P/Arts Grant Program offers up to US $25,000 for arts-based, evidence-driven programs that address educational inequities and strengthen connections between schools, families, and communities.
Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr
Peridot Foundation Youth Services Grants in Connecticut
Youth-serving charitable organizations in Tolland County, Connecticut can apply for Peridot Foundation grants to support children’s programs, public safety, and community programs. Funding may also assist nonprofits engaged in medical research, including cystic fibrosis, disability services, and other charitable activities that benefit the greater Hebron community.
Peridot Foundation
Connecticut Community Foundation Grants for Connecticut Youth Travel
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits and municipal entities can receive up to US $3,000 to support group domestic or international travel for youth under 21. Connecticut Community Foundation supports youth services by prioritizing trips that promote cross-cultural understanding, justice, equity, and direct engagement among young people from diverse cultures within its 21-town service area.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Agriculture Education Funding from Farm Credit East
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Organizations running agriculture, forestry, or commercial fishing education and leadership programs in Connecticut and the broader Northeast can apply for Farm Credit East’s AgEnhancement grants, awarding US $500 - US $10,000 for projects with long-term industry impact. Youth-focused initiatives, such as leadership development or classroom agriculture programs, may be especially competitive.
Farm Credit East
Youth and Community Grants from Vermont Mutual
Applications due Aug 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving youth development, education, basic needs, or community life in Connecticut can apply for support from the Vermont Mutual Insurance Group’s VMIG Charitable Giving Fund. Grants help build healthy lives and strong, vibrant communities and may benefit youth programs focused on leadership, life skills, enrichment, or essential services.
Vermont Mutual Insurance Group
Youth Opportunity Grants for Nonprofits from Connecticut Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits and municipal entities can receive funding for youth development, educational equity, and economic mobility initiatives through the Building Equitable Opportunity Grant. Connecticut Community Foundation supports programs in its 21-town service area, especially Waterbury, including K–12 interventions, college and career preparation, job training, and financial education that improve long-term outcomes for marginalized youth and families.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Connecticut Community Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, municipal entities, or fiscally sponsored groups in Connecticut can seek US $5,000 - US $15,000 for programs benefiting Southbury residents, including youth development initiatives. Connecticut Community Foundation supports projects such as social services, health and wellness, youth leadership, arts and culture, environmental awareness, and cultural heritage that prioritize collaboration and strong community partnerships.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Liberty Bank Foundation Grants for Connecticut Youth
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Connecticut youth-serving nonprofits and community groups hosting events or programs can access funding through Liberty Bank Foundation corporate and branch sponsorships, with awards more than US $1,000. Support is available for activities like youth athletics, school events, walk-a-thons, cultural programs, and community fundraisers in eligible Connecticut and Greater Springfield, MA communities.
Liberty Bank Foundation
Washington Trust Charitable Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Connecticut youth-serving 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding for youth and family services, education, arts, housing, health, and environmental projects through Washington Trust Charitable Foundation. Eligible nonprofits in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and southeastern Connecticut may request single- or multi-year support, including capital funding and specific projects that directly benefit local communities.
Washington Trust Charitable Foundation
Rockfall Foundation Environmental Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and partnered groups in the Lower Connecticut River Valley can receive US $1,000 - US $5,000 for environmental preservation, conservation, restoration, or education projects. Focused on environmental initiatives, The Rockfall Foundation invites Connecticut organizations, including those engaging youth, to fund materials, transportation, program fees, intern stipends, and similar project costs in eligible towns.
The Rockfall Foundation
Connecticut Nonprofit Development Funding via New Alliance Foundation
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Early-stage, fiscally sponsored nonprofits in Connecticut can access one-year capacity-building and program development support through the Emerging Grants program, focused on literacy, education, community development, and equity. New Alliance Foundation provides smaller grants to newer organizations in its Connecticut service area, which may include youth-serving programs with clear, community-centered missions.
New Alliance Foundation
Connecticut Youth Development Funding via Hillman
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) public charities running youth development or leadership programs may be eligible for support, particularly those serving Litchfield County. Hillman Family Foundations, through the Lilah Hilliard Fisher Foundation, funds work in youth development, social justice, human trafficking support, and safety-net services, with a broader emphasis on regenerative agriculture and nutrition education in the Northeast.
Hillman Family Foundations
Connecticut Department Youth Prevention Grants in Connecticut
Pre proposal due Jan 30, 2027
Youth-serving organizations in Connecticut can seek funding to implement evidence-based prevention strategies that reduce underage drinking and related risks among ages 12–20. The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services will support up to ten projects, awarding up to US $125,000 and requiring use of the Strategic Prevention Framework for measurable, community-level impact.
Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Anne S. Richardson Fund Support for Connecticut Youth
Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) public charities running youth development, environmental, women’s independence, LGBTQ+ support, or community programs may be eligible for project, capital, or limited operating support. With a mission to support charitable purposes, Anne S. Richardson Fund prioritizes Ridgefield and Fairfield County initiatives, which can include youth programs serving lower-income residents or the broader community.
Anne S. Richardson Fund
Connecticut Youth STEAM Funding via Cox Communications
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering youth STEAM education can access funding via Cox Communications through the Cox Charities Community Grant Program, with awards of US $5,000 - US $12,000. Programs must serve youth in Cox’s Connecticut service areas and focus on STEAM innovation, conservation and sustainability, or inclusion initiatives.
Cox Communications Inc
US $100,000 - US $150,000
Connecticut Youth Mental Health Funding via Cigna Foundation
Pre proposal due Mar 12, 2027
Connecticut youth-serving 501(c)(3) public charities running evidence-informed mental health or social-emotional learning programs can access funding through Cigna Foundation, with awards of US $100,000 - US $150,000 for one-year projects. Eligible nonprofits must support youth ages 5–18, particularly in schools or related settings, and may include programming for parents, caregivers, and youth service professionals.
CIGNA Foundation
Youth and Community Funding from Branford Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 13, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits and governmental agencies serving Branford can seek Branford Community Foundation support for youth programs, basic needs, health, education, arts, environment, and civic projects. The foundation prioritizes basic needs, mental health, child and youth development, and programs that create joy, aiming for high-impact improvements in the Branford community.
Branford Community Foundation
Connecticut Youth Program Funding via Griffing Trust
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations running youth-focused programs in Derby or Shelton can seek project support, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $7,000. With a mission to benefit local youth, Bruce N. Griffing Trust provides funding for initiatives in arts, education, health, and human services, with preference for early childhood development projects.
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Connecticut Youth Civic Projects Funding via Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
Connecticut youth-serving organizations, schools, libraries, and civic groups can access funding for democracy education projects through Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; awards range from US $500 - US $2,000. Programs must serve school-aged youth and deepen understanding of democracy, including initiatives using arts or highlighting marginalized communities’ roles in civic life.
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Environmental Professionals' Organization of Connecticut Grants for Connecticut Environmental Youth
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Connecticut youth-serving nonprofits, 501(c)(3) organizations, and municipalities can access funding for local environmental projects and education programs. Environmental Professionals' Organization of Connecticut offers approximately US $3,000 for activities like clean-ups, reforestation, biodiversity and watershed projects, hazardous waste collection, and youth-focused environmental education or career development initiatives that benefit Connecticut’s environment.
Environmental Professionals' Organization of Connecticut, Inc.
Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Youth-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits with local programs in youth education, empowerment, storytelling, or community engagement in Connecticut’s eligible NBC/Telemundo markets can apply for Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation’s Local Impact Grants. Funding supports in-school and out-of-school youth initiatives, especially those advancing STEM/STEAM, entrepreneurship, diverse storytellers, and volunteer-driven community engagement for underrepresented communities.
The Comcast Nbcuniversal Foundation
Youth and Community Funding from Ensworth Memorial Fund
Applications due May 16, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) public charities offering youth services, health and human services, education, arts, or environmental programs for Glastonbury residents can apply for one-year support from the George H.C. Ensworth Memorial Fund. Grants from this fund help Connecticut youth-focused organizations and other community nonprofits run programs serving people in Glastonbury.
George H.C. Ensworth Memorial Fund
Anna Fitch Ardenghi Trust Grants for Connecticut Youth Programs
Applications due Jun 16, 2027
Nonprofit organizations with principal offices in New Haven, Connecticut can seek support for educational, cultural, human services, and health care programs serving underserved residents. With a mission to uplift New Haven communities, Anna Fitch Ardenghi Trust provides one-year grants, giving special preference to arts and youth-focused programming that benefits local children and young people.
Anna Fitch Ardenghi Trust