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Students Recognized for Creativity and Innovation

 

Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity Awarded to 7 Students for Projects Involving Science, Health, Education, the Arts, and Social Action; 

Honorable Mention to 8

 

Next Deadline for Applications April 30, 2015

 

New Haven, CT (September 4, 2014)- The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region’s largest grantmaker and charitable endowment, announces the…

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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on September 4, 2014 at 7:30am — No Comments

Christina M. Ciociola is named Senior Vice President at The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven announces the appointment of Christina M. Ciociola as Senior Vice President for Grantmaking & Strategy effective July 28. In this position, which is the senior programmatic staff position at The Community Foundation, Ms. Ciociola will have responsibility for the grantmaking, strategy development and implementation, and community knowledge work of The Foundation. Ms. Ciociola’s appointment is the culmination of a…
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Take the Nonprofit Sector Survey by February 17th!

Nonprofit Finance Fund (nff.org) is conducting its sixth annual nationwide survey examining the current state of the nonprofit sector, and we hope that you will add your voice.

NFF’s Survey is one of many tools that The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven uses to inform improvements in funding practices, and the more data we have, the more effective…

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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on February 10, 2014 at 6:16am — No Comments

Grant Opportunities Available to Nonprofits for Project, Capacity Building and General Support; Deadline to Apply is March 28

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region’s largest grantmaker, is accepting applications for the 2014 Responsive Grants process. This grants process is intended to be a source of flexible funding and is open to all requests from nonprofits serving the 20-town region of The Community Foundation for projects and organizational support that meet the eligibility criteria.

Grants awarded in this category range from over $5,000 to hundreds of thousands of dollars,…

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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on January 21, 2014 at 8:30am — No Comments

Grants Available from the Quinnipiac River Fund

Grants Available from the Quinnipiac River Fund; Deadline to Submit Application is January 17, 2014



The Quinnipiac River Fund, a component fund of…

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Prisoner Reentry: The Importance of Second Chances

Every year, about 1,200 individuals who are released from prison come to  New Haven. Some are at the end of their sentence, while others are serving out criminal convictions in the community under the supervision  of parole or probation officers. When provided the right level of  support and opportunities, these ex-offenders can successfully become law-abiding and productive members of society. But a complex set of  factors make them highly vulnerable to relapsing to criminal activity and…

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Employment Opportunity at The Community Foundation

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region's largest grantmaker and permanent charitable endowment, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Disbursements Associate for the Finance, Investments, Administration & Technology Department. The Community Foundation’s mission is to create positive and sustainable change in Greater New Haven by increasing the amount of and enhancing the impact of community philanthropy. The deadline to submit an application is…

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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on December 3, 2013 at 4:44am — No Comments

Thank You for Helping Us Celebrate 85 Years!

On the eve of November 19, among 200+ nonprofit partners, community leaders and friends, The Community Foundation excitedly celebrated its 85th anniversary.

"Turning 85 could make one feel old," remarked  Foundation president Will Ginsberg.   "But in this proud, old community, in the City of New Haven’s 375th year, where Yale University is in its fourth century, where…

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New Organizational Resources on the Nonprofit Management Resource Center

Recently added, new links on the Organizational Resources and Links Page of the online Nonprofit Management Resource Center, hosted by The Community Foundation for Greater New…

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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on April 12, 2013 at 6:30am — No Comments

See our latest Issue Brief: Cultivating A Start-Up Culture

A start-up culture is alive in Greater New Haven, and it’s not just motivated by profits. Building community and promoting social good are equally important incentives for a budding generation of entrepreneurs. And while the success of this new economy is partly organic, it is also the result of strategic public and public-private initiatives. Read more…

Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on April 4, 2013 at 1:57am — No Comments

CHEFA Grants Available; Deadline for Statement of Interest 3/29

Attention food, shelter and healthcare providers!

The Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA) has established the FY 2013 Nonprofit Grant Program to provide nonprofits with financial support for basic human needs programs…

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Attention Nonprofits: Responsive Grant Applications Due in Two Weeks

The Responsive Grants process is intended to be a source of flexible funding and is open to all requests from nonprofits serving the 20-town region of The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven for projects and organizational support that meet the eligibility criteria. Grants awarded in this category range from over $5,000 to hundreds of thousands of dollars, depending on available funds and terms of grant. Any nonprofit that creates positive sustainable impact in the areas of:…

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Multiple Scholarship Opportunities Available from Foundation Funds

Applications for scholarships from funds at The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven are now being accepted. Eligibility criteria and deadline dates vary; details are available at www.cfgnh.org/scholarships or by contacting Denise Canning, Grants Manager, at 203-777-7076 or dcanning@cfgnh.org. Please help us spread the word!

Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on March 15, 2013 at 2:18am — No Comments

Attention nonprofits: funding is available under the Affordable Care Act to help your clients navigate health insurance options

More people will be eligible for health insurance as of January 1, 2014 because of the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.

 

Nonprofits, small businesses, faith organizations and others will be able to apply for funding to support the training of a staff member to help members of their communities learn about the new options and enroll in Medicaid and new subsidized insurance, as appropriate. This is part-time, temporary support intended to supplement an existing staff…

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Open Street Project

An Open Streets Family Reunion: Reflections from the 2018 Open Streets Summit

By Ryan O’Connor, Director of Programs, 8 80 Cities Recently 8 80 Cities wrote a blog post about open streets being a labour of love. That being the case, the 2018 Open Streets Summit in New Orleans felt like a family reunion of sorts. It was rejuvenating to see old and new friends who share our passion for open streets and are working tirelessly to create healthier, happier, and more connected communities across the world. The event, which took place on September 15-16, brought together more than 50 leaders who currently organize open streets programs or are interested in bringing the...

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Open Streets Summit Draft Agenda

We hope you are getting ready and feel excited about the Open Streets Summit in Gretna/New Orleans! Taking place from September 15-16, 2018, the Summit will feature tours, presentations and networking opportunities with open streets champions and organizers from across the continent. Attendees will learn about the nuts and bolts of starting or scaling up open streets programs, including: Route design and planning Partnerships with business and officials Social inclusion Safety and logistics Marketing and promotion Program evaluation through measurable goals and metrics If you haven’t done it yet, click here to register for the Open Streets Summit only or...

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Open Streets Summit Speakers Announced!

The Open Streets Project is proud to announce that Ed Solis from Viva Calle (San Jose, CA), Romel Pascual from CicLAvia (Los Angeles, CA), Jaymie Santiago and Charles Brown from New Brunswick Ciclovia will join us as speakers for the 2018 Open Streets Summit in New Orleans and Gretna! Taking place from September 15-16 2018, the Summit will feature: Behind the scenes tour of the City of Gretna’s inaugural open streets program. Workshops, presentations, and networking opportunities with open streets champions and organizers from across the continent. Training and inspiration for both -novice and experienced- open streets organizers and supporters...

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Local Initiatives Support Corporation

Nadia Villagrán Named to Lead Rural LISC, Fuel New Investments in Housing, Economic Development, Jobs

With deep personal and professional experience in rural community development, Villagrán, a veteran LISC staffer, will build on nearly 30 years of Rural LISC investments in affordable housing, workforce development, economic growth and culture.

LISC & Enterprise to Launch New Book on Community Development & Climate Resilience

Next month, LISC and Enterprise Community Partners will release “What’s Possible: Investing NOW for Prosperous, Sustainable Neighborhoods,” an urgent collection of essays on the intersection of community development and climate resilience.

“You Will Not Be Alone”: LISC + Verizon Provide Lifeline for Entrepreneurs New to U.S.

Drawing on their Argentinian heritage and family legacy as purveyors of fine sausages, Federico Etchechoury and his brother Martín brought their craft to the U.S. where they opened WeARGourment in suburban Atlanta. They soon found that starting a business in a new country is full of challenges. Thankfully, the Etchechoury brothers discovered Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, a free learning platform offering courses and one-on-one consulting in English and Spanish. Watch their story!

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