Local Grants

Local Grants is sponsored by Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut. The Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut awards grants for programs, projects, or events that are consistent with its mission and Jewish values.

| Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut Applications are open with a deadline submission date of Friday, October 2, 2026. Applications will be available on Monday April 5, 2027, with a deadline submission date of Monday May 3, 2027. Applications will be made available on Monday, October 5, 2026, with a deadline submission date of Friday November 13, 2026.

Applications will be made available on Monday, February 15, 2027, with a deadline submission date of April 2, 2027. We will accept your 2025 Tax return if your 2026 Tax return is not available. Do you have any questions?

Please contact Pam Perkins at pperkins@jfed. net or at 203-267-3177. Mission Orientated Grants Your Federation is pleased that the your contributions and the strength of its endowment enable us provide financial support to programs, projects, or events in the fields of education, inter-group relations, civic improvement, cultural enrichment, as well as health and social services which are consistent with Jewish values.

The Federation and its Grants and Allocations Committee will give priority to grant and allocations proposals to projects centered on Jewish values that are critical to Jewish continuity. Addressing Community Needs Grants are awarded to fund programs, projects, or events that are consistent with the mission and/or priorities of The Jewish Federation of Western CT.

Projects and initiatives that are deeply rooted in Jewish content, that focus on Jewish culture (art, music, literature, dance), Jewish education (literacy, curriculum development, professional development), Jewish life (sport, health, social services), and Jewish principles (Tikkun Olam, Tzedakah, Chesed) are given serious consideration.

The Federation’s grant program addresses new and emerging community needs to provide funding for core community programs and organizations through a rigorous review process. The Federation funds a wide range of programs as a part of our ongoing commitment to the local community, Israel and Jewish communities throughout the world.

Funds generated from special giving opportunities are distributed directly to projects donors wish to support. The Federation’s endowment provides a stable source of financial support through planned giving opportunities and grant-making and is integral to fulfilling the Federation’s mission.

We aim to strengthen community programs and organizations, address pressing problems and provide support for our Jewish community both in Western and Northwestern Connecticut and our partnership region of Afula-Gilboa, Israel. The Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut is proud to support organizations making a meaningful difference throughout our region.

Through our 2026 Local Grants & Allocations, funding was awarded to community partners whose programs address important needs, strengthen families, support children and older adults, expand access to essential services, and help build a stronger, more connected community. These grants reflect our commitment to investing locally and supporting organizations doing important work every day across Western Connecticut.

We are proud to recognize our 2026 Local Grant Awardees and the impact they continue to make throughout our community. Together, we are strengthening our region through partnership, service, and community investment. Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust Grants & Allocations – Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut 203-405-7015 ( Direct line )