Community Impact and Equity Grant for Nonprofits in Connecticut (USA)
GrantID: 74393
Grant Funding Amount Low: $1,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
Grant opportunities are available to nonprofit organizations and community groups serving a specific regional area in Connecticut. Program is designed to support initiatives aligned with social equity, civic engagement, basic human needs, and community resilience. Priority is often given to efforts led by or benefiting residents from traditionally underserved communities, with a particular focus on racial and economic justice.
Eligible organizations must be nonprofit (or partnered with a nonprofit fiscal sponsor) and demonstrate strong governance—such as an active board, financial oversight, and strategic planning. They also need to serve the defined region in their programming and outcomes. The intent of this fund is flexible; grants may support core operating expenses, program implementation, emergency services like food, hygiene, rental or utility aid, or infrastructure to promote community organizing or summer enrichment programs. Recent rounds have included summer youth camps, emergency basic needs relief, civic mobilization, and culturally relevant community-building efforts.
Grant amounts typically range from a few thousand dollars to as much as $50,000 per year, depending on the type of proposal. For example, community-led organizing and civic participation efforts often receive funding up to $50,000. Capacity‑building grants for smaller agencies may provide $7,500 to $10,000 over one to two years. Emergency assistance rounds offer funding to support immediate basic needs like food and utilities, with similar award sizes .
These opportunities run on cycles throughout the year—some open in the spring and close in early summer or fall, while others support summer programs or emergency needs with specific deadlines. Grants are generally awarded once per cycle, and organizations are limited to one award in each round .
Overall, this grant aims to empower nonprofits and community groups that foster equity, strengthen neighborhoods, and meet urgent local needs through flexible and impactful funding.
If you are located in Connecticut and working in the area of Youth/Out-of-School Youth, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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