Northwest Connecticut Community
The Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation (NCCF) is a public charity and community foundation based in Torrington, Connecticut. Established in 1969 with an initial donation of $15,000, the foundation has grown to manage over 280 funds with significant assets and serves as a major philanthropic force in the region. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization and maintains a donor-advised fund structure.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$154.5M
+9.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.0M
+15.9% YoY
Grant Count
93
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$43K
+15.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To enrich the quality of life for residents of Northwest Connecticut by inspiring local philanthropy, convening stakeholders in community welfare, strengthening the regional nonprofits network, and fostering collaborative funding partnerships.
Primary Funding Areas:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
- Childhood poverty initiatives, including addressing homelessness, food insecurity, and health and education equity
- Arts and culture
- Land conservation and recreational trails
Grantmaking
The foundation emphasizes flexible funding organized around the type and timing of funding rather than rigid thematic restrictions, making it an accessible funder for the region's nonprofit sector.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation serves a 20-town service area in Northwest Connecticut, with primary focus on Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $154,484,336 (2024)
Annual Revenue: $7,628,637 (2024)
Annual Expenses: $6,996,920 (2024)
Total Liabilities: $29.8 million (2023)
Grant Distribution: In 2022, grants totaling $4,225,674 were awarded, with scholarships providing $266,925 in financial assistance.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $154,484,336 | $141,690,594 | $124,859,463 |
| Revenue | $7,628,637 | $11,882,458 | $15,274,377 |
| Expenses | $6,996,920 | $6,799,763 | $6,473,362 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $3,516,866 | $8,208,932 | $4,398,400 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
22 open opportunities from Northwest Connecticut Community
Albert C. and Rose Turri Scholarship Grant
NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY
Amount
US $1,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Ann and Reno Arsego Medical Scholarship Grant
NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY
Amount
Approximately US $15,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Apolonia Stanulis Scholarship Grant
NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY
Amount
US $300 - US $1,500
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Little Guild of St Francis ($266,134), Litchfield Community Center ($178,641), Last Post Cat Refuge VIL ($149,600).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| After School Arts Program INC Washington Depo, CT | PROGRAM SUPPORT & CAMP | $40,046 |
| Bantam Cinema & Arts Center Baantam, CT | To support parking lot paving | $15,805 |
| Barakhamsted Youth Baseball L Pleasant V, CT | Renovation | $25,000 |
| Barkhamsted Center Cemetery Pleasant V, CT | Renovation | $15,000 |
| BARKHAMSTED HISTORICAL SOCIET PLEASENT VIEW, CT | General Support | $23,000 |
| Barkhamsted Housing Trust LLC Riverton, CT | Hosuing Development | $58,000 |
| Beardsley & Memorial Library Winsted, CT | Semi Annual Disbursement | $124,100 |
| CAFTA-CT Academy for the Arts Torrington, CT | Support Virtual Programming | $45,000 |
| Camp Rising Sun Inc Colebrook, CT | specialized equipment purchase | $9,925 |
| Cancer Care Fund LitchHills Torrington, CT | To cover expenses and awards | $125,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
President and CEO: Guy Rovezzi
Grants Manager: Christina Tranquillo (ctranquillo@yournccf.org)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GUY ROVEZZI | President | 35 | — |
| Mikhael Wilkinson | Sr VP of financeOP | 35 | — |
| Nicole Easley | VP of Comm | 5 | — |
| Bradford Hoar | VP philanthropic | 35 | — |
| Leslie Friscia | CFO | 5 | — |
| Julia Scharnberg | VP Comm Engage | 35 | — |
| ANNE SUTHERLAND FUCHS | Director | 1 | — |
| Sandra Edelman | Director | — | — |
| DON MAYLAND | 1st Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Adrian Selby | Chairman | 2 | — |
| Mike McGill | Director | — | — |
| David Antoniazzi | Director | 1 | — |
| Elizabeth Brayboy | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Patrique Fearon | Director | 1 | — |
| Jason Giordano | Director | 1 | — |
| BARBARA SPIEGEL | Director | 1 | — |
| Anthea Disney | Director | 2 | — |
| Anne Ruwet | Director | 1 | — |
| Anita Baxter | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Rod Pleasants | Director | 1 | — |
| Vincent Inconiglios | Director | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Women & Girls Fund initiative invites community participation in "Creating Her Future" event at Five Points Arts Center (April 30)
Women & Girls Fund - Northwest CT Community FoundationFoundation dedicated to "Ending Childhood Poverty" initiative ensuring every Northwest Connecticut child has opportunity to grow, learn, and succeed
Women & Girls Fund - Northwest CT Community FoundationRecent major grants include $416,873 to Northwestern CT YMCA for general and program support, and $266,134 to Little Guild of St Francis for the Welfare of Animals
Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy received $280,000 grant for recreational trails project
PRESS RELEASE: Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy Receives $280,000\Foundation participated in CT Humanities Cultural Fund awards ($612,000 distributed in region) and CT Office of the Arts general operating support grants ($215,489 for theaters and performing groups in Northwest Connecticut)
Women & Girls Fund - Northwest CT Community FoundationContact Information
Address: 33 E Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790-5425
Mailing Address: PO Box 1144, Torrington, CT 06790-1144
Phone: 860-626-1245
Website: www.yournccf.org
EIN: 06-1565733
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Northwest Connecticut Community fund?
**Mission:** To enrich the quality of life for residents of Northwest Connecticut by inspiring local philanthropy, convening stakeholders in community welfare, strengthening the regional nonprofits network, and fostering collaborative funding partnerships. **Primary Funding Areas:** • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services • Childhood poverty initiatives, including addressing homelessness, food insecurity, and health and education equity • Arts and culture • Land c…
How do I apply for a grant from Northwest Connecticut Community?
**Grant Characteristics:** • Typical award range: $5,280–$416,873 • Most programs offer grants between $1,000–$50,000 • 27 live grant opportunities available • 93 grants awarded in 2023 • Annual giving: $4.9–$4.95 million **Scholarship Programs:** • Over $530,000 in scholarships available • $532,100 awarded for 2025-2026 academic year • Scholarships made possible through generosity of local individuals and families • Named scholarship programs include: Albert C. and Rose Turri Scholarship, Ann …
Where does Northwest Connecticut Community make grants?
The foundation serves a 20-town service area in Northwest Connecticut, with primary focus on Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts.
What size grants does Northwest Connecticut Community award?
In 2024, Northwest Connecticut Community awarded 93 grants totaling $4.0M — an average of about $43K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Northwest Connecticut Community's EIN?
Northwest Connecticut Community's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 06-1565733. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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