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Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Regular Grants, now administered by the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation, is a community foundation grant program that funds nonprofits working to address disparities and create a more equitable Greater Hartford region. The foundation stewards funds from thousands of donors and deploys resources through grantmaking focused on removing barriers to opportunity across 29 towns in Greater Hartford.
Grantmaking priorities center on racial justice and economic inclusion. Eligible nonprofits are those whose mission aligns with creating strong, connected neighborhoods where all residents can thrive. In its 100-year history, the foundation has invested over billion in the region.
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Home - Greater Hartford Gives Foundation We are the foundation for a stronger Greater Hartford . The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is now Greater Hartford Gives Foundation, because this is where the entire region comes together to give. Throughout our 100-year history as Greater Hartford’s community foundation, we’ve brought together residents with nonprofits to create change from the ground up.
And we’re just getting started. What is a community foundation? What is a community foundation?
We steward funds from thousands of donors who care about Greater Hartford, and deploy resources to nonprofits to address community needs today and into the future. We are committed to removing barriers to opportunity so all residents can reach their potential and the region can succeed. Learn about our priorities We use a variety of tools to advance our priorities and help residents thrive.
Our work depends on partnership with nonprofits, donors, and the community. Learn more about what we do Be part of lasting local change. Together let’s build a more just and vibrant Greater Hartford.
Support our strategic priorities We are working to ensure that all Greater Hartford communities thrive in strong, connected neighborhoods where everyone has opportunities to succeed. No matter how you want to make an impact, we can help you turn your assets into a force for good. Explore our funds and start your personalized giving journey.
Equity is at the center of our work. Our grantmaking process is informed by our vision for a more racially just and economically inclusive Greater Hartford. Current Grant Opportunities Through our grantmaking, we seek to fund nonprofits whose mission or work align with our strategic priorities.
We work in collaboration with nonprofits to address disparities and create a more equitable region. Nonprofit capacity building Nonprofit Support Program Everyone has a role to play in improving Greater Hartford. What’s yours?
We started 29 community funds — one for each town in Greater Hartford — to empower communities in our region to take ownership of the needs in their town. Greater Futures Scholarship Fund Along with Hartford Promise, we created the Greater Futures Scholarship Fund, a first-of-its-kind program that will award scholarships of up to $100,000 to high-achieving Hartford Public Schools students.
Learn more about this scholarship Connect with people who share your values and commitment to community, and create meaningful change by giving collectively. Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Named 'Most Innovative Company' of 2026 Fast Company has named Greater Hartford Gives Foundation as its #4 Most Innovative Company of 2026 for economic development because of our Greater Futures Scholarship Fund .
A century of partnering with the community to power local impact. Over the last 100 years we’ve built a network of changemakers with more than 1,500 funds serving more than 800,000 residents across 29 towns— and invested $1,000,000,000+ worth of grants into our communities transforming the way nonprofits, community leaders, and residents mobilize to improve Greater Hartford.
Why Greater Hartford Gives Everyone who lives here has a role in making Greater Hartford a place where all people can thrive. Meet some of the donors making a difference. Greater Hartford residents share why they love this region and what inspires them to give in this video.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits across Greater Hartford region; foundation focuses on basic human needs, thriving neighborhoods, civic engagement, and arts & culture. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Regular Grants (now Greater Hartford Gives Foundation) is funded by Greater Hartford Gives Foundation (formerly Hartford Foundation for Public Giving). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
Humanity AI — a collaborative of ten funders including Ford, MacArthur, Mellon, and Mozilla — announced more than $18M to align AI with democratic values. $8M went to 12 invited grantees at $500K each; a $10M open call launches summer 2026. Here is who got funded, what the money signals, and how mission-aligned nonprofits should position for the open round.
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Read articleA new Partnership for Public Service report documents 118,000 science-related federal departures between September 2024 and February 2026 — Forest Service and NSF down a third, SAMHSA down 42 percent. Project grant obligations from science agencies dropped 24 percent from 2024 to 2025. On June 3, Johns Hopkins announced a $60M annual Research Resilience Fund. Here is what the data and the institutional response mean for grant applicants.
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