Costco Foundation Community Services Grants in Connecticut
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can apply for Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions; awards fund monetary requests only. Programs using evidence-based approaches and showing measurable outcomes may be eligible, and forestry or conservation groups with qualifying youth, education, or human services initiatives in local communities could benefit.
Costco Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Funding from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth through health, education, development, or welfare programs, including environmental education and clean air and water initiatives, can apply for funding up to US $15,000. Focused on enriching young people’s lives worldwide, the Dan Paul Foundation may support Connecticut projects that engage youth in environmental stewardship or related forestry education efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Forestry
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides Connecticut early-stage social impact organizations with up to US $300,000 over three years to scale innovative solutions for underserved communities. Eligible independent nonprofits and impact-first for-profits working on scalable environmental, sustainability, or related forestry challenges may receive capital, intensive capacity-building support, and access to a global peer community.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Safety and Community Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in Connecticut can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that may intersect with forestry-related work. Focus areas include disaster preparedness and recovery, community revitalization, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, food insecurity, and K–12 and higher education programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Social Service Funding from Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. providing direct social services to address chronic poverty can apply for more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or general operations. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help large, well-established groups, including those in Connecticut, expand proven models that promote economic independence and strengthen families.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Connecticut Community Health Funding via Labcorp
Connecticut nonprofits and other eligible charities working in health, education, or community services can apply for funding to support local programs. Focus areas for Labcorp Charitable Foundation include food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives, which may benefit organizations with forestry-related community or educational components.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Connecticut Community Funding via La Roche
Connecticut accredited charities running humanitarian, social, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can access funding via La Roche. Grants support sustainable development initiatives that may engage Roche expertise, logistics, and employees, and are managed locally by the company’s Connecticut affiliate for programs based and operating within the same country.
La Roche, Inc.
Connecticut Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits conducting charitable, educational, scientific, or medical work can apply for funding that must be used within the country. With a mission to support broad-impact service organizations, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Connecticut nonprofits with support that may benefit groups whose forestry efforts intersect with education, science, or health initiatives.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Forestry and Agriculture Funding from Farm Credit East
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Organizations supporting forestry, agriculture, or commercial fishing 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. Eligible initiatives include leadership development, economic viability efforts, market promotion, education, and economic analysis that strengthen these natural resource sectors.
Farm Credit East
Connecticut Forestry Funding via Connecticut DEEP
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Connecticut forestry and environmental organizations can access funding for urban and community forestry projects through the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, with awards up to US $200,000. Projects must increase tree cover or advance urban forestry goals in communities of need, such as planting, workforce development, invasive species management, or urban wood utilization.
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Hansen Family Foundation Environmental Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on environmental, humanitarian, education, children, animal welfare, or arts and culture programs in Connecticut can apply for Hansen Family Foundation’s grants, awarding US $1,000 - US $10,000. Organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% may be eligible, including those with conservation or land stewardship components connected to forestry work.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling and Conservation Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) wildlife conservation nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations can seek more than US $50,000 to tell impactful stories about their work. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant supports communications projects that highlight preservation, education, or wellness efforts, which may benefit Connecticut organizations engaged in conservation, outdoor, or environmental initiatives.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Forestry Conservation Funding from NRCS Connecticut
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Agricultural producers, forest landowners, Tribes, and water management entities in Connecticut can receive technical and financial assistance to implement conservation practices on cropland, pasture, rangeland, and non-industrial private forestland. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service of Connecticut supports projects that improve soil health, water and air quality, wildlife habitat, and resilience to drought and extreme weather.
USDA: Natural Resource Conservation Service of Connecticut
Connecticut Community Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Robinson Foundation provides Connecticut nonprofits with project support in areas like education, poverty relief, disaster response, health, and family or youth services. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) public charities operating more than three years that serve communities below the Mason-Dixon line with single-year, non-capital funding needs, which may include forestry-related humanitarian or environmental work.
Robinson Foundation
Community Services Funding from Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships that aid key service and financial goals. Focused on community involvement, Insperity invites organizations connected to its employees, client base, or local communities to request funding once per year; reviews take about 45 days.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Forestry
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Connecticut forestry and conservation-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation to support community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. Organizations whose forestry work advances environmental stewardship or community well-being may be eligible to apply for this broad, future-focused philanthropic support.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities supporting education, environment, entrepreneurship, or community enrichment in Connecticut communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities may be eligible for this funding. Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects within 30 miles of its manufacturing communities that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability, which can include forestry-related or natural resource initiatives.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that provide basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety services can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants. Eligible Connecticut groups within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office may benefit if their programs support vulnerable families and children building better futures.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Connecticut Nonprofits
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
With a mission to help smaller projects where modest funding has big impact, the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Connecticut nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 for community-based programs. IRS-qualified organizations, including those working in environmental conservation or wildlife protection such as forestry-related efforts, can apply for support for facilities, education, and services.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, or volunteer-driven programs, including those serving Connecticut, can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s Community Grants to support programmatic work. Funding may benefit forestry or conservation organizations that address hunger, shelter, economic development, workforce readiness, financial literacy, or community revitalization in their service areas.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Connecticut
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural initiatives, or environmental work can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help eligible nonprofits that may include forestry-related programs fit within these broad community and environmental priorities.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Forestry Education Funding from Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Students in Connecticut pursuing ecology, environmental studies, forestry, FFA, or biology can receive up to US $1,000 through the Cornwall Conservation Trust Scholarship for their higher education. Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation supports graduating seniors of Regional District #1 High School or Region 1 college students, with preference for Cornwall residents active in environmental and forestry-related activities.
Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Community Foundation Forestry Scholarships in Connecticut
Applications due Apr 22, 2027
Students in Connecticut pursuing post-secondary studies in forestry, tree work, arboriculture, or related environmental fields at accredited institutions can receive scholarship support based on financial need. The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut gives first preference to graduates of Robert E. Fitch Senior High School through the Jake T. Watson Memorial Scholarship fund.
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Connecticut Forestry Education Funding via Redding Garden Club
Applications due Apr 22, 2027
Students and adult learners in forestry, environmental science, agriculture, horticulture, or related fields who are legal residents of Redding, Connecticut can receive up to US $2,000 for their studies. Redding Garden Club’s Mary Clinton Scholarship supports high school seniors, current college students, and adults in qualifying degree or certification programs.
Redding Garden Club
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Forestry
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs in youth development, food access, housing, or environmental stewardship can seek funding for community-impact projects in Connecticut and beyond. Chick Fil A Foundation supports initiatives such as environmental education, community gardens, and beautification through its True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for innovative, community-focused work.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Connecticut Forestry Scholarships via Federated Garden Clubs
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Connecticut college and graduate students studying forestry, horticulture, environmental studies, or related plant and land sciences can receive scholarship support for their junior, senior, or graduate years. Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut awards need-based scholarships to legal Connecticut residents with at least a 3.0 GPA who are enrolled in certified colleges or universities.
Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut, Inc.
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award. Focused on collaborative solutions to significant social issues, this national competition honors six exemplary partnerships each year and may benefit Connecticut groups whose forestry work depends on cross-sector collaboration.
Mutual Of America Foundation