2026 Grantseeker Information Webinar (RECORDED)
Learn about the 2026 grant program offerings and processes, capacity building workshops and more. All organizations seeking funding in 2026 are highly encouraged to watch the recording of this webinar, presented on January 15, 2026.
2026 Grant Schedule
| Grant Process | Purpose | Application Available | Application Deadline |
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| Valley Sponsorships | For events hosted by nonprofit organizations or groups located in or serving Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour and/or Shelton. Sponsorships may not exceed $2,500. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Rolling |
| Valley Community Grants | Civic engagement grants to community groups and organizations; grants range from $250 to $2,500. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Closed on Mar. 13, 2026 |
| Valley Needs and Opportunities Grants | Grants for innovative programs and emergency needs; grants range from $250 to $10,000. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Rolling |
| Nonprofit Animal Shelter Grants | Flexible funding for any nonprofit animal shelter serving Greater New Haven. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Closed |
| Consultant Support Program | Short-term consultancy for organizations building capacity in Governance, Fundraising, HR and Planning | Ongoing | Rolling |
| Multi-Year Core Support | Core Support (general operating support) is for organizations based in and serving Greater New Haven and/or the Valley; organizations must have had active programming for 3 years and a budget last fiscal year of >$250,000. | Jan. 05, 2026 | Closed on Mar. 2, 2026
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| Multi-Year Regional Civic Health Program Grants | Program support is for organizations based outside Greater New Haven and/or the Valley with a mission dedicated to advocacy, civic engagement, community organizing and journalism. Organizations must have had active programming for 2 years and a budget last fiscal year of >$250,000. | Jan. 05, 2026 | Closed Mar. 2, 2026
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| Community Fund for Women & Girls | Pathways for Women and Girls | Feb. 23, 2026 | Closed on Mar. 23, 2026 |
| Basic Needs Fund | For basic materials needs support. | Sep. 01, 2026 | Sep. 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. |
| Scholarships | Scholarships | Varies | Contact the School Guidance Counselor |
