Creag Foundation Grants for Connecticut Innovation
501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Connecticut can apply for invitation-only funding from the Creag Foundation. Eligible organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and may include youth sports programs that creatively address community or youth development challenges.
Creag Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Connecticut can seek State Farm Companies Foundation support for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Focus areas include auto and home safety, disaster preparedness and recovery, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, food insecurity, and K–12 and higher education, which may benefit youth sports organizations with related programming.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Support for Culture
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support impactful arts and science programming, including in Connecticut. William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds program, capital, and limited general or endowment support, prioritizing youth engagement, arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Youth Development Funding from Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in Connecticut and across the U.S. that provide direct social services to youth and families may be eligible for Hearst Foundation’s Social Service Grant, with awards of more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general support. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help scale proven efforts that reduce chronic poverty and build economic independence.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Connecticut Community Health Funding via Labcorp
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in health, education, or community services can seek funding to support programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, and STEM education. Focused on community health and welfare, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites applications that improve equitable care, promote healthy lifestyles, or expand services for underserved populations.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Programs Grants
Organizations serving youth in education, health, or family economic stability in Connecticut and other eligible areas can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation’s grants, with requests of more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Programs benefiting urban low-income children and youth, including those connected to youth sports, may be competitive.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Peridot Foundation Youth and Community Grants
Charitable organizations serving youth, sports, and community programs in Connecticut can apply for Peridot Foundation’s Peridot Foundation Grant to support activities in the greater Hebron area. Funding may assist children’s sports and recreation, public safety, libraries, senior centers, literacy, disability services, and medical research-related initiatives that benefit local residents.
Peridot Foundation
Connecticut Youth Programs Funding via Roche
Youth-serving accredited charities in Connecticut can apply for funding to support humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, and contemporary arts projects. Grants from Roche help organizations running local programs, including youth services, STEM education, children’s health, and community development, as long as activities are non-commercial and not tied to religious, political, or professional sporting events.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for programs serving marginalized communities. This global funder supports initiatives such as healthcare access, disaster relief, food and housing support, child welfare, and services for women and girls, which may benefit Connecticut organizations whose youth sports programs intersect with health or social services.
Semnani Family Foundation
Connecticut Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
With a mission to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits can seek funding from the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for programs serving communities in the U.S. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt under federal law and, when applicable, California law, which may include nonprofits running youth sports alongside broader services.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Grants for Connecticut Communities
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofits running community, arts, sports, housing, workforce, or basic needs programs can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support; awards fund initiatives advancing economic mobility and social progress. Youth sports and recreation organizations may be eligible when their events or programs strengthen low- and moderate-income communities or promote diversity and inclusion.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those running youth sports or youth development programs in Connecticut, can seek funding for humanitarian and social services projects. With a mission to empower disadvantaged individuals, Gupta Family Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $250,000 to smaller organizations in the U.S. and select countries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Youth Services Grants
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support youth services, education, and related programs. Organizations in Connecticut offering youth sports or other child-focused activities may be eligible if they align with the foundation’s mission and cost guidelines.
Hansen Family Foundation
Liberty Bank Foundation Grants for Connecticut Events
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Connecticut nonprofits and community groups hosting cultural, educational, health, human services, or community development events can access funding through Liberty Bank Foundation corporate and branch sponsorships. Events such as youth sports, walk-a-thons, tournaments, and community festivals within the bank’s Connecticut and Greater Springfield, MA footprint may receive more than US $1,000, with branch-level support up to $1,000.
Liberty Bank Foundation
Connecticut Shooting Sports Funding via NRA Foundation
Applications due Oct 14, 2026
Connecticut youth and community shooting sports programs, public agencies, and 501(c) organizations can access funding for firearms safety, marksmanship education, and related shooting activities. The NRA Foundation offers US $3,000 - US $5,000 to support charitable, educational, and research projects, which may benefit youth sports initiatives that include shooting or hunting safety components.
The NRA Foundation, Inc
Connecticut Youth and Family Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years that serve youth, families, or related needs can access funding through Robinson Foundation for single-year programs. Grants support areas like children and families, education, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, animal welfare, and spiritual endeavors, and may benefit youth sports groups whose work fits these priorities in the Southern region.
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 important service goals. Focused on community involvement and corporate citizenship, Insperity invites eligible organizations connected to its employees, client base, or local communities to request once-yearly financial, volunteer, or in-kind support, which may benefit youth sports–related community initiatives.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Connecticut Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations seeking support for community, environmental, or peacebuilding initiatives can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This broad-based private foundation welcomes charitable projects that respect people, life, and the environment, which may include youth sports efforts that advance community services or environmental stewardship.
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 local government entities supporting education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, or environmental programs in Connecticut communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities may be eligible for this funding. The Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects within 30 miles of its manufacturing communities that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability and serve areas where the company operates.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth Services Funding for Nonprofits from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Connecticut that support basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence may be eligible for funding, if located within 15 miles of a TJX site. The TJX Foundation uses an eligibility questionnaire and invitation-only application process that could support youth-serving and after-school sports-adjacent programs.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Connecticut Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Connecticut community service and environmental nonprofits, public schools, and libraries can access funding through the Lawrence Foundation for general operating support or specific programs. U.S.-headquartered 501(c)(3) public charities working in environmental conservation, human services, disaster relief, or related community initiatives may receive US $5,000 - US $10,000 in unrestricted grants, with reasonable indirect costs allowed.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Connecticut Youth Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Connecticut offering youth programs, including education, skills training, cultural activities, or community services, can seek funding for projects where modest support has big impact. With a mission to strengthen community-based initiatives, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 that may benefit youth sports organizations with broader programming.
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, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Community Grants to support programs in Connecticut and nationwide. Eligible organizations must show measurable outcomes, financial stability, and alignment with focus areas such as hunger relief, shelter, workforce readiness, financial literacy, or arts access.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Connecticut
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Connecticut can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural initiatives, and environmental programs through grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help youth-serving and sports-related nonprofits if their work fits these priority areas and U.S.-based eligibility guidelines.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Connecticut Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Connecticut working to improve community quality of life can seek project, operating, or capital support for programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. community-based nonprofits in areas like poverty alleviation, literacy, job readiness, mental health, and humanitarian aid.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Youth-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Connecticut offering local programming in youth education, empowerment, storytelling, or community engagement can apply for the Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation’s Local Impact Grants. Organizations using sports within broader youth development or engagement efforts may be eligible if they meet revenue, expense, and NBC/Telemundo market location requirements.
The Comcast Nbcuniversal Foundation