Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc
The Connecticut Network for Children and Youth (CTNCY) is a public charity based in Hartford, Connecticut. It brings people together through local and statewide partnerships to help children, youth, and families thrive, with work spanning out-of-school time, early childhood, social-emotional learning, and advocacy.
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc at a glance
In short: Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc gave $2.8M across 48 grants in 2025 (avg $59K), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $2,820,029
- +162.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 48
- +100.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $58,751
- +31.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $40,000
- Total assets
- $1,982,442
- +45.5% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 1409, Hartford, CT 06143
Phone: (203) 483-1846
Website: https://ctncy.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Learn ($335K). Together the top 10 received $1.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
106 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 83 grants of 106 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for filing year 2025 went to recipients in Connecticut.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 48 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc gives
- 48% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2020) to $2.8M (2025). In 2025 it made 48 grants totaling $2.8M.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Learn Old Lyme, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $334,796 |
| Eastconn Regional Educational Service Center Incorporated Hampton, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $304,653 |
| Edadvance Litchfield, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $217,000 |
| United Way of Greater New Haven New Haven, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $155,000 |
| City of Hartford Dept of Familiies Children Youth and Recreation Hartford, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $105,800 |
| Aces New Haven, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $102,000 |
| City of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $90,000 |
| West Haven Child Development Center West Haven, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $89,186 |
| Waterbury Bridge to Success Partnership Inc Waterbury, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $85,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater New Britain New Britain, CT | Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants | $79,967 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2025 filing reports 48 grants, compared with 24 in 2024 and 23 in 2023.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,982,442 | $5,823,988 | $5,182,226 | $2,820,029 | 48 | $42 |
| 2024 | $1,362,307 | $2,512,607 | $2,702,565 | $1,075,920 | 24 | $466 |
| 2023 | $1,259,290 | $1,195,234 | $1,260,808 | $335,475 | 23 | $456 |
| 2022 | $1,147,136 | $1,003,028 | $802,771 | $13,125 | Total only | $167 |
| 2021 | $882,109 | $1,311,998 | $1,027,234 | $204,061 | 11 | $270 |
| 2020 | $671,407 | $937,826 | $722,373 | $10,000 | Total only | $190 |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
CTNCY’s stated mission is to bring people together through strong local and statewide partnerships to help children, youth, and families thrive. Its work includes training, technical assistance, research, support, coalition-building, and advocacy intended to drive systems-level change.
The organization’s initiatives include the Connecticut After School Network, which provides professional development and quality-improvement support for after-school and summer programs; SEL4CT, which supports social-emotional learning programs, policies, and practices; and the Connecticut Children’s Collective, a network of local partnerships. Its website also describes work to strengthen out-of-school-time systems and expand equitable opportunities for children, youth, and families.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, CTNCY reported 48 grants totaling $2,820,029. Grant amounts ranged from $6,888 to $334,796, with a median grant of $40,000. The listed grant purposes were “LECC Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants.”
The largest awards included $334,796 to LEARN, $304,653 to EASTCONN Regional Educational Service Center Incorporated, $217,000 to EdAdvance, and $155,000 to United Way of Greater New Haven. Other notable awards were $105,800 to the City of Hartford Department of Families, Children, Youth and Recreation; $102,000 to ACES; $90,000 to the City of Bridgeport; and $89,186 to West Haven Child Development Center.
The supported organizations describe varied missions. EASTCONN says it works to empower learners to achieve academic and personal excellence through innovative partnerships. EdAdvance describes itself as a regional educational service center serving member school districts and their communities. United Way of Greater New Haven says it brings people and organizations together to address regional challenges in education, health, and financial stability. West Haven Child Development Center says it provides child care, preschool, school readiness, and Head Start programs for children from six weeks to six years old.
Grantees must sign an award agreement before receiving funds. CTNCY’s filing says grant recipients are required to submit a final project report and maintain complete and accurate grant-related financial records for at least four years after the grant is completed.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Michelle Doucette Cunningham as executive director and Eva Bermudez Zimmerman as coalition director. Listed board officers are Sarah Moran, chair; Deb Battit, vice chair; Wendy Gerbier, treasurer; and Kim Hein, secretary. The filing also lists Viviana Conner, Caroline Fazzina, Ashley Freeman, and Julie Goldstein as directors.
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc is led by Michelle Doucette Cunningham, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 2 of 20 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Michelle Doucette Cunningham
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$98K (2020) → $121K (2025)
Sarah Moran
Chair
Director → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eva Bermudez Zimmerman
Coalition Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$133K (2025)
Elwyn Brewster Quirk
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Viviana Conner
Director
On filings since 2022
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Maggie Winiarski
Director
On filings since 2023
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Annette Santana
Director
On filings since 2024
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Adrenna Paolillo
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ashley Freeman
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Caroline Fazzina
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christian Tabares
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dj Rouzeau
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Don Maleto
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Doug Shumann
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeanette Rivera
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julie Goldstein
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tiffani Johnson
Director
New on the 2025 filing
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Wendy Gerbier
Treasurer
Board Member → Director, 2021
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kim Hein
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Deb Battit
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2023
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (15)
- Former: Reyanne Neal (2022–2024) — Director
- Former: Brittany Bergstrom (2024) — Director
- Former: Kathleen Scully (2024) — Director
- Former: Adam Olson (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Bryan Zerio (2020–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Kimberly Armstrong Silcox (2020–2023) — Co-Chair
- Former: Liz Buczynski (2020–2023) — Co-Chair
- Former: Melanie Carfora (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Steve Markoja (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Meaghan Penrod (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Brittany Marini (2023) — Director
- Former: Maria Sanchez (2023) — Director
- Former: Audette Bisaillon (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Jon Hoch (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Sarah Cahill (2020) — Former Chair & Board Member to
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $133K, to Eva Bermudez Zimmerman (Coalition Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc
How much does Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc give each year?
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc gave $2.8M across 48 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $1.1M across 24 grants.
What is Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc's typical grant size?
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc's median grant in 2025 was $40,000, and its average grant was $58,751, across 48 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc give grants?
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc gives mostly in Connecticut: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were New Britain, CT (3 grants), New Haven, CT (2 grants), Hartford, CT (2 grants) and Bridgeport, CT (2 grants).
Does Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 48 grants with a stated purpose on Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Lecc Support & Transition and LGP Stabilization Grants" (48 grants).
Who are Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc's largest grantees?
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Learn ($334,796), Eastconn Regional Educational Service Center Incorporated ($304,653) and Edadvance ($217,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc?
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc reported $2.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.8M.
What does Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc fund?
CTNCY’s stated mission is to bring people together through strong local and statewide partnerships to help children, youth, and families thrive. Its work includes training, technical assistance, research, support, coalition-building, and advocacy intended to drive systems-level change. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc?
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check ctncy.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc's EIN?
Connecticut Network for Children and Youth Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 06-1319872. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 24, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 6, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS January 28, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 13, 2026)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 16, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 31, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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