Connecticut Community Foundation

Check out our latest annual report! Dive into inspiring donor stories and explore the programs we've funded. As 2023 marked our centennial year, we've included a visual history of the past 100 years. Together we will build better tomorrows. conncf.org/annual-reports/

We're happy to announce the 2024 grants from the Staver Fund! Thanks to John Staver's extraordinary gift, this year's grants include $43,500 to the Greater Waterbury YMCA, $88,500 to the Town of Watertown for recreational facilities, and much more. conncf.org/staver-grants-…

Today our AC decided to take a break, so we made the best of it and treated ourselves to some ice cream! Hope everyone is enjoying the summer and keeping cool! #waterburyct #litchfieldhills #connecticut #summer2024

We're excited to announce that Kathy Taylor has officially stepped into her role as President and CEO of Connecticut Community Foundation as of June 17! Check out this video from our June 18 Goodbye/Hello event, where we said farewell to Julie and welcomed Kathy. #waterburyct

The Foundation is happy to host Make Music Day tomorrow from 5-8 p.m. in front of Waterbury City Hall. Join us for an evening of performances by local artists Quinn Mitchell, Andréa Deyo, Ben Righter, Four Peace and many more. makemusicday.org/waterbury/ #waterburyct #connecticut

We celebrate Juneteenth and the independence and resilience of the Black community. This year, the Waterbury Black Giving Circle (WBGC) has awarded $17,500 to Black-led organizations making a positive impact within the community. We are proud to collaborate with the WBGC.

Happy to team up with Kathy Bower for the voiceover of the new Pride in the Hills fund video, which supports our local LGBTQ+ community. Learn more about collective giving: conncf.org/giving-togethe… #waterburyct #pridemonth2024 #litchfieldhills

Last week, during the final meeting of the 2023-2024 Women's Giving Circle cycle, we had the honor of meeting representatives from organizations that make a daily difference in the lives of women and girls in our neighboring communities. #WomenSupportingWomen #waterburyct

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting our friends from the @HeartCONN , who presented us with a commemorative medallion in recognition of our continued support from the Margaret M. Hallden Fund. Learn more about how our funds work: conncf.org/why-give-throu…

For Pride Month, we're excited to share this video showcasing the work of Pride in the Hills (PITH), an organization dedicated to supporting and providing scholarships for LGBTQ+ youth in our region. prideinthehillsfund.org #waterburyct #litchfieldhills #connecticut

We bid farewell to our president and CEO, Julie Loughran. We expressed our gratitude for her leadership and guidance. We had a fantastic time at @quassyamusement and later enjoyed some board games. Join us in wishing Julie all the best in her next chapter!

Join us on this Thursday June 6, at 10 a.m. via Zoom to learn how the Foundation can help your nonprofit plan for the future. Discover how our strategic investments can secure a prosperous future for your mission. Register now! us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

As many of you know, our president and CEO, Julie Loughran, will be retiring in just a few weeks. In honor of Julie's dedication to our community, we invite you to make a special gift in her name. conncf.org/second-century… #waterburyct #donatetoday

Today we had the pleasure to attend a DEI workshop with our staff and Board. Big shout out to Amarillis Perez Pullen from Raíces Coaching and Consulting for providing the framework and making us think more profoundly about DEI and the challenges ahead. #waterburyct #equity

Join us in welcoming our newest team member, Yadira Perez! As the Director of the BRASS program, Yadira brings over 10 years of experience and is passionate about fostering an environment that supports healthy aging. Get to know Yadira better: conncf.org/meet-the-staff…

Last week, our team had the privilege of attending the Council on Foundations conference in Chicago. This invaluable experience provided us with insights from industry leaders and the chance to connect with fellow professionals who share our passion for making a difference.

If you're visiting Bank Street Theater or Riverview Cinema, don't miss the chance to watch this video of Ann Feinberg share her insights on legacy giving. Discover what this means to her and how you can leave a lasting impact. Explore more at: conncf.org/legacy-and-est…

Join us in welcoming our newest team member, Josh Feliciano! As our new development assistant, Josh brings a wealth of experience from his years of nonprofit work in Waterbury. Get to know Josh better by following the link: conncf.org/meet-the-staff… #waterburyct #litchfieldhills

Following the success of our Give Local campaign, we're treating our hardworking staff to lunch! Huge thanks to everyone who played a part in making Give Local a success—whether you donated, volunteered, or helped spread the word online, your support means the world to us!

Now that Give Local has come to an end, we're reaching out to each donor personally to express our heartfelt gratitude for their generosity. Your support is the driving force behind our work, and we couldn't do it without you. Thank you! #givelocalgwlh #waterburyct #thankyou