Capital Project Funding from American Savings Foundation
Education-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Connecticut seeking one-time capital support for direct service programs can apply for American Savings Foundation’s ASF Capital Grants, with awards up to US $10,000. With a mission to improve quality of life, the foundation prioritizes projects in New Britain and Waterbury serving children, youth, families, and related human services or arts programs.
American Savings Foundation
Education and Youth Funding from Goodnow Fund
Nonprofit tax-exempt organizations working on educational access, vulnerable children, Alzheimer’s research, or environmental projects in Connecticut may be eligible for support, with a particular focus on Fairfield County. Goodnow Fund supports these efforts by offering general operating and project grants and typically identifies and contacts organizations directly about potential funding.
Goodnow Fund
Greater Hartford Gives Education Grants in Connecticut
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Greater Hartford residents with education, workforce preparation, literacy, arts, health, or basic needs programs can seek program, capital, continuation, or operating support. Greater Hartford Gives Foundation prioritizes efforts benefiting vulnerable populations, advancing equity, and dismantling structural racism within its 29-town Hartford and Tolland County region.
Greater Hartford Gives Foundation
Nordson Corporation Foundation Education Grants in Connecticut
Connecticut 501(c)(3) education and community nonprofits in New London and Windham Counties can seek funding for programs that enhance educational access, job readiness, and community enrichment. Nordson Corporation Foundation provides support for initiatives in education, human welfare, arts and culture, and civic improvement, including both programmatic and general operating needs with measurable outcomes.
Nordson Corporation Foundation
Main Street Community Foundation Grants for Education
Letter of inquiry due Sep 9, 2026
Education-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public/governmental units in Connecticut serving males in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, or Wolcott can seek funding for programs in education, leadership, life skills, workforce readiness, and health. Main Street Community Foundation’s Men & Boys' Fund supports future program costs, with limited capital expenses considered when directly tied to these services.
Main Street Community Foundation
Economic Mobility Grants for Nonprofits from Connecticut Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and municipal entities in Connecticut can receive funding for educational equity, youth development, job training, economic security, and related supports that build equitable opportunity. Connecticut Community Foundation’s Building Equitable Opportunity grants, averaging $5,000 - $15,000, may benefit education-focused nonprofits improving pre-K–12 experiences and college/career pathways, especially for marginalized students.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Connecticut Community Foundation Support for Education
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, municipal entities, or groups with a fiscal sponsor in Connecticut can seek US $5,000 - US $15,000 for community programs benefiting Southbury residents. Connecticut Community Foundation supports youth development, health education, arts, environmental awareness, and cultural heritage projects that emphasize collaboration and strong local partnerships, which may include educational components.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Education and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Tax-exempt nonprofits serving Northwest Connecticut communities can receive grants up to US $5,000 for education, arts and culture, environment, health, social services, and civic programs. Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation supports both small and traditional grants, including innovative or collaborative projects that benefit residents in its 20-town service area, which includes parts of Connecticut.
Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Connecticut Community Services Funding via American Honda
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and schools running community service programs in Connecticut can seek programmatic support that serves local communities. American Honda Foundation supports high-impact initiatives in states where Honda operates, including Connecticut, through its corporate giving and Honda USA Foundation, with an online application window opening each fall and funding decisions announced in the spring.
American Honda Foundation (AHF)
American Honda Motor Support for Workforce Education
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Education nonprofits and schools in Connecticut offering hands-on manufacturing workforce programs can apply for funding of US $25,000 - US $100,000. Focused on workforce preparation and technical education, American Honda Motor supports initiatives in design, data analytics, AI, automation, and manufacturing engineering that primarily benefit communities where Honda associates live and work.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Disability Mobility Funding from Honda USA Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Education nonprofits and schools in Connecticut working on disability care, assistive technology, or mobility access can apply for Honda USA Foundation’s Mobility Pillar Award, offering US $25,000 - US $100,000 for programmatic support. Funding supports therapeutic or adaptive programs, comprehensive care, and mobility modifications that primarily benefit communities where Honda associates live and work.
Honda USA Foundation
Rockfall Foundation Environmental Education Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and religious institutions in Connecticut’s Lower Connecticut River Valley can seek $1,000 - $5,000 for environmental preservation, conservation, restoration, and education projects. Focused on ecosystem protection and sustainability learning, the Rockfall Foundation invites education-focused organizations in eligible towns to fund materials, transportation, program fees, internships, and similar project costs.
The Rockfall Foundation
Environmental Education Funding from Rockfall Foundation
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits, towns, and schools working on environmental education, preservation, conservation, or restoration in the Lower Connecticut River Valley can apply for The Rockfall Foundation’s Environmental Champions Awards; awards US $1,000 - US $5,000 for programs, projects, or capacity-building initiatives. Education-focused nonprofits may benefit if their work advances local environmental understanding or stewardship.
The Rockfall Foundation
Community Impact Funding from Impact 100 Fairfield
Letter of inquiry due Nov 11, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) public charities serving under-served residents with programs or capacity-building projects can seek US $100,000 from Impact 100 Fairfield County. Focused on high-impact human and social services, this grant supports new or expanded initiatives in Fairfield County, including education-related work, for organizations with three years of audited financials and a project budget of at least $100,000.
Impact 100 Fairfield County
Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority Education Grants in Connecticut
Letter of inquiry due Dec 31, 2026
Connecticut education nonprofits seeking support for capital projects or program costs in Connecticut can access funding through the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority. Grants of US $5,000 - US $75,000 are available to eligible not-for-profit entities, including educational institutions, childcare providers, and related organizations through CHEFA’s Nonprofit Grant Program.
Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority
Connecticut Basic Needs Funding via Community Foundation
Applications due Jan 17, 2027
Nonprofits, schools, and public agencies serving Windham, Connecticut residents can seek up to US $8,000 for basic needs programs that build self-sufficiency through education and employment. With a mission to strengthen economic and food security, Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut supports efforts that reduce homelessness and increase access to nutritious food, which may benefit education-focused initiatives.
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Northeast SARE Farming Community Grants in Connecticut
Pre proposal due Feb 2, 2027
Education nonprofits, researchers, farmers, and community partners in Connecticut can seek funding for social science research and education projects that strengthen farming and food systems. Grants from Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education support community-based initiatives in areas like marketing, crop and livestock production, aquaculture, climate and bioenergy, and economic or social sustainability across the Northeast, with awards from US $50,000 - US $250,000.
Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education
Connecticut Community Foundation Grants for Connecticut Seniors
Applications due Feb 22, 2027
Nonprofits, municipal entities, and fiscally sponsored groups in Connecticut can apply for Connecticut Community Foundation’s Pathways for Older Adults grants, with awards up to US $3,000 for programs serving older adults. Education-focused organizations may be eligible for projects in healthy aging, information access, creative expression, intergenerational learning, and community engagement for seniors.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Environmental Project Grants for Connecticut Groups via SWEP
Applications due Feb 27, 2027
Connecticut organizations running local environmental projects can receive up to US $2,000 to support initiatives with clear environmental benefits, from clean-ups to environmental education, in Connecticut. The Connecticut Society for Women Environmental Professionals provides this funding, which may benefit education-focused nonprofits incorporating environmental learning or stewardship into their programs.
Connecticut Society for Women Environmental Professionals
Connecticut STEAM Education Funding via Cox Communications
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering youth STEAM education programs can access funding via Cox Communications through the Cox Charities Community Grant Program. Grants of US $5,000 - US $12,000 support youth innovation in science, technology, engineering, arts and math, as well as conservation, sustainability, and inclusion initiatives within Cox’s Connecticut service areas.
Cox Communications Inc
US $100,000 - US $150,000
Connecticut Youth Mental Health Funding via Cigna Foundation
Pre proposal due Mar 12, 2027
Connecticut education and youth-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on children’s mental health and social-emotional learning can access funding through Cigna Foundation for evidence-informed programs in schools and related settings. Grants of US $100,000 - US $150,000 support one-year projects addressing post-pandemic stress for youth ages 5–18, plus their parents, caregivers, and youth service professionals.
CIGNA Foundation
Connecticut Community Foundation Arts Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Mar 17, 2027
Connecticut education and community nonprofits can seek funding for arts and culture programs that expand access to creative learning and community engagement in Connecticut. Connecticut Community Foundation provides support for participatory arts, youth involvement in the arts, artist development, and culturally responsive projects, with preference for BIPOC-led organizations and programs serving its 21-town service area.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Women and Girls Programs Funding from Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Applications due Mar 23, 2027
Education-focused nonprofits and other 501(c)(3) organizations in Connecticut’s Greater New Haven area can seek up to US $15,000 for gender-specific programs serving women and girls. Focus areas include education, leadership, economic autonomy, and health and wellness, which may benefit education nonprofits supporting women and girl students or entrepreneurs.
Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Boehringer Ingelheim Support for Connecticut STEM
Full proposal due Apr 1, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving healthcare access, STEM education, or the human-animal bond for underserved communities can apply for Strengthening Communities grants from the Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation. Funding supports community programs and may benefit education-focused organizations incorporating STEM learning or related initiatives in their work with local residents.
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (BIPI) - BI Cares Foundation
Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation Support for Education
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Education-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits with local youth programming in Connecticut can apply for Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation’s Local Impact Grants to support youth education, STEM/STEAM, youth entrepreneurship, or community engagement initiatives. Eligible organizations must operate within an NBC or Telemundo Connecticut market, meet specific revenue and expense thresholds, and have been in existence for at least one year.
The Comcast Nbcuniversal Foundation
Ledyard Rotary Foundation Support for Connecticut Education
Applications due May 15, 2027
Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations and municipalities in Connecticut can apply for Ledyard Rotary Foundation grants up to US $1,000 to enhance education, quality of life, health care access, and social services. Education nonprofits in Ledyard and southeastern Connecticut may be especially competitive, including new, unmet-need initiatives and projects leveraging matching funds.
Ledyard Rotary Foundation, Inc.