Grants in Connecticut: 1234+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Connecticut can access federal grants open to all states, Connecticut-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Connecticut nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

1234+

Grants Available

$113.5M

Total Funding Tracked

$4.7M

Average Award

CT

State

Top Funding Categories in Connecticut

philanthropygeneraleconomic_developmenthealthfood_nutrition

Active Grants in Connecticut

Manufacturing Innovation Fund
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CT Dept of Economic Development

The Manufacturing Innovation Fund provides targeted assistance for a wide range of industries through a $75 million state fund. This fund is designed to support innovation and growth in the manufacturing sector.

Up to $75.0MRolling deadline
Jane And Daniel Och Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Jane And Daniel Och Family Foundation

Jane And Daniel Och Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Greenwich, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $26,506,898 in grants. Total assets: $523,283,742. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Lone Pine Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Lone Pine Foundation Inc

Lone Pine Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Greenwich, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,130,713 in grants. Total assets: $44,090,330. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
F B Heron Foundation — Grants Program
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F B Heron Foundation

F B Heron Foundation is a private foundation based in New Haven, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $19,049,286 in grants. Total assets: $326,924,230. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Peter And Carmen Lucia Buck Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Peter And Carmen Lucia Buck Foundation Inc

Peter And Carmen Lucia Buck Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Mystic, CT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $48,328,822 in grants. Total assets: $1,027,671,996. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Seedlings Foundation — Grants Program
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Seedlings Foundation

Seedlings Foundation is a private foundation based in Branford, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $20,563,020 in grants. Total assets: $193,952,084. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Halvorsen Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Halvorsen Family Foundation

Halvorsen Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Stamford, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $14,595,000 in grants. Total assets: $265,562,093. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation Inc

Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Stamford, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $128,674,204 in grants. Total assets: $527,570,662. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Cohen Veterans Network Inc — Grants Program
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Cohen Veterans Network Inc

Cohen Veterans Network Inc is a private foundation based in Stamford, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $33,312,657 in grants. Total assets: $28,141,649. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Newmans Own Foundation — Grants Program
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Newmans Own Foundation

Newmans Own Foundation is a private foundation based in Westport, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $12,000,000 in grants. Total assets: $216,044,246. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Horrigan Family Foundation — Grants Program
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The Horrigan Family Foundation

The Horrigan Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Darien, CT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $10,039,475 in grants. Total assets: $11,274,855. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Alexion Access Foundation — Grants Program
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Alexion Access Foundation

Alexion Access Foundation is a private foundation based in New Haven, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $110,240,463 in grants. Total assets: $101,099. Primary focus area: health. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Hampshire Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Hampshire Foundation Inc

Hampshire Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Hartford, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $17,667,337 in grants. Total assets: $116,924,808. Primary focus area: food nutrition. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Low Road Foundation — Grants Program
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Low Road Foundation

Low Road Foundation is a private foundation based in Sharon, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,375,450 in grants. Total assets: $205,933,318. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Knobloch Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Knobloch Family Foundation

Knobloch Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Fairfield, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $26,107,328 in grants. Total assets: $167,844,107. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Zoom Foundation — Grants Program
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Zoom Foundation

Zoom Foundation is a private foundation based in Greenwich, CT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $63,196,700 in grants. Total assets: $840,881,759. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Synchrony Foundation — Grants Program
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Synchrony Foundation

Synchrony Foundation is a private foundation based in Stamford, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $18,038,860 in grants. Total assets: $88,394,943. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation Inc

Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Ridgefield, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,292,546,623 in grants. Total assets: $193,072,151. Primary focus area: education. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Tow Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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The Tow Foundation Inc

The Tow Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New Canaan, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $23,936,247 in grants. Total assets: $321,757,604. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Martino Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Martino Family Foundation

Martino Family Foundation is a private foundation based in New Canaan, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $4,778,000 in grants. Total assets: $84,061,506. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Mcinerney Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Mcinerney Family Foundation

Mcinerney Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Westport, CT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $4,492,740 in grants. Total assets: $7,643,192. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
1772 Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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1772 Foundation Inc

1772 Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Pomfret Ctr, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,815,000 in grants. Total assets: $75,591,745. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Robert And Jill Leblanc Charitable Trust — Grants Program
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Robert And Jill Leblanc Charitable Trust

Robert And Jill Leblanc Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Newtown, CT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,355,695 in grants. Total assets: $4,279,684. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Bolduc Schuster Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Bolduc Schuster Family Foundation

Bolduc Schuster Family Foundation is a private foundation based in West Hartford, CT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $1,729,750 in grants. Total assets: $12,721,829. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Connecticut Grants

What types of grants are available in Connecticut?

Connecticut organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Connecticut-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Connecticut to apply for state grants?

For most Connecticut state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Connecticut and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Connecticut state grant opportunities?

Connecticut state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Connecticut grants?

Connecticut state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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