Arts and Culture Funding from American Savings Foundation
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking one-time capital support for arts and culture, education, or human services facilities 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 essential to direct services, especially in New Britain and Waterbury.
American Savings Foundation
Cornelia T Bailey Support for Connecticut Arts
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking general operating or program support in the arts can access funding through the Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust. Eligible projects include visual and performing arts that give students and children quality arts experiences, provided they align with the foundation’s broader mission and service regions.
Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr
Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Arts Grants in Connecticut
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Greater Hartford residents can seek funding for arts and culture access and participation, as well as other community programs, through regular grants in Connecticut. Greater Hartford Gives Foundation supports program/project, continuation, capital, and operating requests that advance equity and dismantle structural racism in its 29-town region.
Greater Hartford Gives Foundation
Writing Programs Funding from Cornelia T Bailey
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations running arts and creative writing programs can receive up to US $25,000 to support workshops, clubs, curricula, and other writing initiatives. Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust funds programs in any writing genre that build skills, provide safe, inspiring spaces, and foster clear, persuasive written communication and expression.
Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr
Cornelia T Bailey Support for Connecticut Arts Education
Accredited 501(c)(3) organizations in Connecticut that integrate visual and/or performing arts into education programs can seek up to US $25,000 to revitalize learning and motivate students. Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr supports arts-based initiatives that enhance curricula, empower educators, and address inequities in preschool, K–12, and youth arts education.
Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr
Arts and Advocacy Grants for Nonprofits from Bydale Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Connecticut working on arts, culture, social justice, women’s rights, environmental issues, or grassroots advocacy can apply for support from Bydale Foundation. The foundation funds programs including performing arts and poetry, and may be a fit for arts-focused groups that also advance human rights or community advocacy.
Bydale Foundation
New England Foundation Performing Arts Grants
Applications due Aug 3, 2026
New England 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, tribal governments, and public agencies presenting performing arts in Connecticut can apply for New England Foundation for the Arts’ NEST grants, awarding up to US $15,000 for artist fees and touring projects. Funding supports public performances, readings, screenings, and community engagement with regional, national, or international artists.
New England Foundation For The Arts
Connecticut Arts Funding via Neag Foundation
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
The Neag Foundation provides Connecticut arts and culture nonprofits with support for project funding, general operations, and capacity building. 501(c)(3) organizations working in the arts, humanities, higher education, or healthcare may be eligible, with a preference for initiatives showing broad community support and a strong potential to improve quality of life.
The Neag Foundation
Arts and Education Funding from SBM Charitable Foundation
Applications due Sep 7, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and municipalities in Connecticut can seek funding for arts, culture, education, health, housing, and human services programs benefiting residents of Hartford, Tolland, and Windham Counties. SBM Charitable Foundation supports theater, music, and art initiatives, including cultural events that broaden arts access and enrich community life east of the river.
Sbm Charitable Foundation Inc
Dominion Energy Foundation Arts Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) arts and culture nonprofits can seek project support for education, community vitality, and related programs. With a mission to strengthen communities, Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation provides grants of US $1,000 - US $15,000 to organizations in its Connecticut service area, with two online application cycles each year.
Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation
Arts and Culture Grants for Connecticut Nonprofits from Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations and eligible schools or government agencies serving Northwest Connecticut can receive up to US $5,000 for arts and culture, civic, education, environment, health, or social services projects. Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation provides small and traditional Cycle Grants for programs benefiting residents of its 20-town service area, including innovative, collaborative arts initiatives.
Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
STEAM Literacy Funding from Stocker Foundation
Pre proposal due Sep 30, 2026
501(c)(3) and other charitable organizations providing literacy or STEAM education can apply for Stocker Foundation grants supporting foundational reading, writing, and cross-disciplinary, project-based learning. Connecticut applicants must serve Hartford County residents, and arts-focused programs that integrate STEAM or support student engagement and success may be eligible.
The Stocker Foundation
Washington Trust Charitable Foundation Grants for Arts
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Connecticut arts and culture nonprofits, including 501(c)(3) museums and cultural organizations, can access funding through Washington Trust Charitable Foundation for capital projects, campaigns, or specific programs. Eligible organizations must be within the funder’s market area, with priority for projects that directly benefit local communities and may also involve youth, families, education, or conservation themes.
Washington Trust Charitable Foundation
William G Pomeroy Foundation Folklore Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Oct 13, 2026
Connecticut arts and culture nonprofits, 501(c)(3) organizations, academic institutions, and government entities can access funding through the William G Pomeroy Foundation to install Legends & Lore markers celebrating local folktales, legends, and folklife. Projects that highlight community stories, traditions, and expressive arts as part of cultural heritage may be especially competitive.
William G Pomeroy Foundation
Everett S. Bulkley Jr. Trust Arts Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Connecticut arts and culture nonprofits, especially those serving Norwalk in Fairfield County, can access funding through the Everett S. Bulkley Jr. Trust to support charitable programming. Organizations working in areas like community development, education, health, human services, environment, and religious activities may also be eligible if they serve this geographic focus.
Everett S. Bulkley Jr. Trust
Environmental and Arts Funding from Iroquois
Full proposal due Nov 3, 2026
Eligible Connecticut local governments and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Iroquois pipeline host communities can seek US $2,500 - US $10,000 for environmental initiatives, passive recreation, historic preservation, and targeted arts and culture projects. Focused on long-term community benefit, Iroquois Gas Transmission System favors shovel-ready projects with strong plans, clear outcomes, and visible community involvement.
Iroquois Gas Transmission System
Frank Loomis Palmer Fund Arts Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Nov 15, 2026
Connecticut arts and culture nonprofits serving New London residents can seek funding for educational, cultural, human services, and health programming for underserved populations. Frank Loomis Palmer Fund supports one-year projects, with occasional multi-year awards, across arts, culture, education, health, and human services for organizations focused on the New London, Connecticut community.
Frank Loomis Palmer Fund Trust
Arts Operating Grants for Nonprofits via Connecticut DECD
Applications due Dec 16, 2026
Connecticut nonprofit arts organizations can receive unrestricted funding for programming, operations, equipment, or endowment-building via the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s Arts Endowment Fund, with awards up to US $1,000,000. Eligible groups must be Connecticut-based 501(c)(3)s focused on arts activities and have raised over $15,000 in private donor contributions for two consecutive fiscal years.
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
Woodward Fund Support for Connecticut Arts
Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) arts and culture organizations can seek funding for programs that advance religious, educational, charitable, or scientific purposes. The David, Helen, and Marian Woodward Fund provides grants to nonprofits in New York and New England, with historical preference for Connecticut, supporting arts, culture, humanities, environment, health, human services, public benefit, and religion projects.
David, Helen, and Marian Woodward Fund
Connecticut STEAM Education Funding via Cox Communications
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering youth STEAM education programs can receive US $5,000 - US $12,000 in Cox Charities Community Grants from Cox Communications. Funding supports youth innovation in science, technology, engineering, arts and math, along with conservation, sustainability, and inclusion initiatives in eligible Cox service areas, including parts of Connecticut.
Cox Communications Inc
Connecticut Arts Funding via Long Foundation
Applications due Apr 2, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Connecticut offering arts, culture, education, health, or human services programs for underserved residents can apply for project-specific support; grants are one year in duration. With a mission to strengthen educational, cultural, human services, and health care programming, the George & Grace L. Long Foundation prioritizes proposals for clearly defined programs over capital or deficit financing.
The George & Grace L. Long Foundation
Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation Support for Youth Arts
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Connecticut counties served by NBC and Telemundo stations can apply for Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation’s Local Impact Grants to support youth education, storytelling, and community engagement programs. Arts and culture organizations working with underrepresented youth, including in media, news, sports, and entertainment pathways, may be competitive applicants.
The Comcast Nbcuniversal Foundation
Chelsea Groton Foundation Arts Grants in Connecticut
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Connecticut arts and culture nonprofits can access funding through Chelsea Groton Foundation to support programs benefiting communities primarily in New London County and nearby areas, with awards up to US $10,000. Eligible 501(c) organizations and certain government units working in arts and culture, youth activities, education, or related community programs may apply.
Chelsea Groton Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding from Ensworth Memorial Fund
Applications due May 16, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing arts and culture, education, health, human services, environment, religion, or humanities programs for Glastonbury residents in Connecticut may benefit from grants administered by the George H.C. Ensworth Memorial Fund. Grants from George H.C. Ensworth Memorial Fund help Connecticut arts organizations and other charities support one-year community-focused programs.
George H.C. Ensworth Memorial Fund
Gladys Brooks Foundation Capital Grants in Connecticut
Applications due May 31, 2027
Connecticut 501(c)(3) libraries, educational institutions, hospitals, and clinics can access funding through Gladys Brooks Foundation for endowments, capital construction, and major equipment needs. Grants of US $50,000 - US $150,000 support innovative projects, and arts-focused organizations may qualify if they operate eligible libraries or educational or health programs within these categories.
The Gladys Brooks Foundation
Anna Fitch Ardenghi Trust Grants for Connecticut Arts
Applications due Jun 16, 2027
Arts and culture nonprofits serving underserved residents in New Haven, Connecticut can seek one-year program funding for educational, cultural, human services, and health care initiatives. With a mission to support quality programming, Anna Fitch Ardenghi Trust gives special preference to charitable organizations focused on the arts or youth-related activities based in New Haven.
Anna Fitch Ardenghi Trust