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Find similar grantsCommunity Investment Fund 2030 (CIF) is sponsored by State of Connecticut. Fosters economic development in historically underserved communities across Connecticut, providing grants for capital improvement programs and planning for capital projects.
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Are you sure you want to log out of your account? If you do want to logout, please click "Logout". Community Investment Fund 2030 Unlocking economic potential for underserved communities Community Investment Fund 2030 Unlocking economic potential for underserved communities Community Investment Fund Community Investment Fund The Community Investment Fund 2030 Round 9 grant period will be open April 27 through June 5, 2026.
Capital Application Portal Link Planning Application Portal Link Abbreviated Re-Application Link These helpful tips can help you meet the deadline: 1. Start early: Read the Notice of Funding Availability for the current Round. Review the posted FAQ document and Application Instructions.
Start the application process as soon as possible. It’s the best way to collect all the information and documentation you need, accurately answers the application questions, and meet the submission deadline. 2.
Make a plan: Spell out the work that needs to be done, determine who is responsible for what, and monitor progress. Be sure to prioritize items that may take weeks to obtain. Request a SharePoint folder through CommunityInvestmentFund@CT.
gov. 3. Download: Download the items in the right-hand column, read them, and take notes. They describe the program and the information you’ll need to provide when you apply.
Download the Word document version of the application to work on your draft. 5. Ask questions: We’ll have time to answer some questions during the webinar.
You can also schedule a One-on-One, 30-minute virtual meeting with us during open grant periods, or send us questions . 6. Be prepared: Compile your answers and documentation early in the provided Word versions of the CIF applications so you can copy & paste them into the online application form.
We encourage you to provide concise, specific, and easy-to-understand responses. 7. Be thorough: Complete your application early and take time to review it.
Make sure your answers are complete and accurate, and all required documents are uploaded to your SharePoint folder. 8. Finish early: We encourage you to complete and submit your application early to smooth the process.
CIF Round 9 Informational Webinar Slides CIF Round 9 Informational Webinar Recording CIF Round 8 closed on December 5, 2025. CIF Round 9 opens on April 27, 2026, CIF Round 9 closes on June 5, 2026 The CIF Board meets on March 10 and September 22, 2026.
CIF R9 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) CIF R9 Application Instructions CIF R9 Capital Application - Word CIF R9 Planning Application - Word CIF R9 Abbreviated Re-Application - Word CIF R9 Sources and Uses Budget Required Materials Checklist - Capital Required Materials Checklist - Planning Required Materials Checklist - Abbreviated Re-Application Design Professional Drawing Assessment Funding Requirements Acknowledgement SMART Metric Workbook - Supplemental Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA) State Historic Preservation Office National Historic Preservation Act National Environmental Policy Act Policy and Program Guidelines One-on-One Assistance During Open Grant Periods: Email CommunityInvestmentFund@ct.
gov or, during open grant periods, schedule a 30-minute virtual meeting with a CIF staff member.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, and community development corporations operating within Connecticut. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $676 million total Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 5, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.