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Women and Girls Fund – CFECT Women and Girls Fund Lorena Iturrino 2026-04-14T14:53:16-04:00 We are committed to helping women and girls in Eastern Connecticut lead more fulfilling, productive, healthy lives. In 1999, in response to both donor interest and demonstrated community need, we established our first Women & Girls Fund to empower women and girls of all ages across 11 communities in southeastern Connecticut.
The goal of this fund was to support nonprofits that help women and girls lead positive, productive lives—for themselves and their families. In 2004, 2006, and 2013, additional Women & Girls Funds were established to expand this impact and support women throughout other parts of Eastern Connecticut. Today, with a combined endowment of $5.
1 million, these funds continue to remove barriers for women and girls, strengthen economic security, enhance well-being and safety, and empower individuals to make informed, positive life decisions. Since 1999, the Women & Girls Funds have awarded 1,374 grants totaling $3,928,328 to 177 organizations across the region. Generous donors have contributed 9,985 gifts totaling more than $6.
6 million since the funds’ inception, demonstrating a powerful and sustained commitment to advancing equity for women and girls in Eastern Connecticut. Grant and endowment figures as of 12. 31.
2025 With many thanks to our sponsors… Call us at 860-442-3572 or email us. Stay up-to-date on the steady progress we make in our towns and across the state to better the lives of our neighbors.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, schools, and governmental agencies serving specific towns in Eastern Connecticut. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $2,000 - $12,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Women and Girls Funds is funded by Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Women & Girls Fund (CFECT) is a grant from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut that supports nonprofits working to help women and girls in Eastern Connecticut lead more fulfilling, productive, and healthy lives. Established in 1999, the Fund focuses on empowering women of all ages across 11 communities in the southeastern portion of the region. The program accepts applications with a deadline of October 4, 2026. Eligible applicants are nonprofits operating in Eastern Connecticut whose programs address the health, safety, economic security, or educational advancement of women and girls in the region.
The Brighter Futures Fund for Our Kids is a grant from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut that funds programs working to end child poverty and improve outcomes for children and families in Eastern Connecticut. The Foundation supports initiatives addressing housing stability, nutrition, education, and economic security for children, drawing from its 40-year history of combining philanthropy with innovative community action. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations with programs that advance child well-being and family stability in Eastern Connecticut. Grant amounts and application cycles vary; visit the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut website for current funding priorities, guidelines, and open grant cycles.