Connecticut Health Foundation Grants for Emergency Equity
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations, coalitions with a fiscal sponsor, public agencies, and universities working on health systems or emergency medical services can apply for Connecticut Health Foundation’s President’s Discretionary Grant, with awards up to US $25,000 for policy, systems, and practice change. Projects addressing racial and ethnic health disparities in Connecticut emergency care may be especially competitive.
Connecticut Health Foundation Inc
Creag Foundation Grants for Connecticut Innovation
501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative approaches to social problems, including those providing emergency medical care and services in Connecticut, can submit a letter of inquiry for Creag Foundation’s invitation-only grants. Eligible organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and be testing new solutions to existing or emerging social issues.
Creag Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Connecticut nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Programs must primarily serve economically underserved communities and focus on innovative, scalable solutions that improve service reach and efficiency, including climate-resilient or green jobs initiatives.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Safety and Community Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek Good Neighbor Citizenship funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives, including in Connecticut. Focused on auto and home safety, disaster preparedness and recovery, and community revitalization, State Farm Companies Foundation may support emergency services organizations enhancing public safety and resilience.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Support for Cultural Programs
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. can seek funding for arts and science programs, capital projects, and limited general or endowment support that demonstrate lasting impact. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes large, well-established organizations, including museums, performing arts centers, and arts education or STEAM initiatives that may complement emergency services outreach in Connecticut communities.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities in Connecticut working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible projects must serve children or youth in urban low-income communities in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani
Connecticut emergency medical care and human services nonprofits can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support health care access, disaster relief, and services for vulnerable populations. Organizations working on emergency health, humanitarian aid, or related social services in the U.S. and internationally may be eligible for support advancing welfare in marginalized communities.
Semnani Family Foundation
Connecticut Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in charitable, scientific, medical, or educational fields can use this funding for programs carried out within the country, including work serving Connecticut communities. With a mission to strengthen broad public welfare, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides support to soundly managed nonprofits delivering substantial impact and wide-reaching services.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Grants for Connecticut Communities
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts, environment, or inclusion can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support. Funding may benefit emergency services organizations that address hunger, emergency shelter, or community revitalization as part of their programs in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Emergency Care
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits providing humanitarian aid and social services can use this funding for programs helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including emergency and disaster relief work in Connecticut and worldwide. With a mission to uplift disadvantaged individuals, Gupta Family Foundation provides grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000 to smaller organizations meeting its revenue and leadership criteria.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Project Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations can receive more than US $50,000 to develop storytelling projects that highlight their impact in areas like conservation, education, and wellness. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports organizations, including those in Connecticut emergency services, that want to communicate meaningful, community-focused change through compelling stories.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation Grants for Connecticut Autism Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 3, 2026
Connecticut nonprofits providing autism services and supports can access funding through the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation’s Autism Community Impact Grant, with awards up to US $15,000. Programs offering educational, vocational, social, recreational, safety, clinical, or direct family support services, including those intersecting with emergency or crisis response, may be eligible, especially in under-served and culturally diverse communities.
The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism
Connecticut Community Services Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Robinson Foundation provides Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern region with single-year funding for programs, not capital projects. Eligible nonprofits active for more than three years that address emergency medical care, disaster relief, poverty, families, veterans, or related humanitarian needs may be competitive if they demonstrate fiscal responsibility and clear, tangible impact.
Robinson Foundation
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities in Connecticut communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek support for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports initiatives that align with its mission and positively impact the long-term well-being and sustainability of these local communities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Family Services Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants supporting basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Connecticut emergency services nonprofits that provide these community services may be eligible through the letter of inquiry process.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Connecticut Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services programs can access funding through the Lawrence Foundation; awards typically range from US $5,000 - US $10,000. Nationally focused and unrestricted, these grants can cover general operating or project costs, which may include eligible emergency and community service initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Connecticut Nonprofit Development Funding via New Alliance Foundation
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Emerging or early-stage nonprofits in Connecticut working under a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor can seek one-year capacity-building support to test ideas and strengthen operations through the New Alliance Foundation Emerging Grants program. Organizations serving communities in the foundation’s Connecticut service area, including those with emergency services components, may be eligible if they advance literacy, community development, or equity-focused work.
New Alliance Foundation
Connecticut DEEP Grants for Connecticut Invasive Species Control
Applications due Dec 10, 2026
Connecticut state agencies, municipalities, and not-for-profit organizations in Connecticut can receive funding to restore inland waterbodies, control aquatic invasive species, and address harmful algal blooms. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection offers competitive grants up to US $75,000 for research, management, and public education projects protecting the state’s lakes, rivers, and ponds.
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. Programs in hunger relief, shelters, supportive housing, financial literacy, job readiness, and neighborhood revitalization may be eligible, with priority for organizations near Ameriprise employee centers, including those serving Connecticut communities.
Ameriprise Financial
Connecticut Education Funding via Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Connecticut students pursuing higher education can access funding through the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts to help cover tuition, fees, room and board, and other college costs. Awards up to US $3,000 come from the Edward P. Boland Scholarship Fund, primarily supporting students from western Massachusetts, with some scholarships also open to Hartford County residents.
Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts
Community Health Funding from Branford Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 13, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government agencies serving Branford can seek funding for programs addressing basic needs, health, education, arts, environment, youth, and civic engagement. Branford Community Foundation provides competitive grants that strengthen local services, including emergency and mental health support, capacity building, and community initiatives that improve quality of life for Branford residents.
Branford Community Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Connecticut Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life in Connecticut can seek project, operating, or capital support for emergency medical care, health services, disaster relief, and related critical programs. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, focusing on health and social services, disaster relief, workforce development, and economic stability for underserved people.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Connecticut focused on youth education, storytelling, or community engagement can apply for the Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation’s Local Impact Grants to expand local programming. Organizations must operate within an eligible NBC or Telemundo market, meet revenue and expense thresholds, and serve diverse, underrepresented communities through impactful local initiatives.
The Comcast Nbcuniversal Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Connecticut Youth Services
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Connecticut working on youth services, food security, housing, or environmental stewardship can seek US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful community programs. Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards support initiatives such as emergency-related family services, hunger relief, housing support, and youth development that benefit children and their families.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Health Equity Funding for Nonprofits from Cigna Foundation
Letter of inquiry due May 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations serving adults in Hartford, CT, or St. Louis, MO can receive up to US $250,000 to reduce health inequities, including emergency medical access barriers. Cigna Foundation’s Health Equity Impact Fund supports culturally appropriate care, transportation to health visits, and expanded access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment, which may benefit Connecticut emergency medical service providers partnering with local communities.
CIGNA Foundation
Connecticut Rural Development Funding via USDA
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Rural public entities and nonprofit organizations in Connecticut can access funding to support small and emerging rural businesses and community economic development projects. Grants from USDA Rural Development help cover training and technical assistance, facility and infrastructure development, revolving loan funds, incubators, and other rural development initiatives; awards range from US $10,000 - US $500,000.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Basic Needs Grants for Litchfield Nonprofits via Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations addressing urgent basic human needs in northwest Litchfield County, Connecticut can apply for $5,000 - $7,500 grants to sustain or expand essential services. With a mission to strengthen communities, Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation provides flexible support for programs such as food, housing, health, childcare, and immigrant support, which may include emergency and crisis response services.
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation