The Henry Gustav Floren Foundation

Robert K & Barbara J Straus Family

Santa Barbara, CA

In 2024, this foundation supported organizations working in areas such as conservation, health, education, arts, community services, and historical preservation, with most grant dollars going to California. Its 59 grants totaled $169,500, typically $2,000 each (range: $500–$20,000); it funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Chicago Community Trust

Chicago, IL

The Chicago Community Trust funds nonprofits addressing economic mobility, wealth gaps, and urgent community needs, with priorities including homeownership, small businesses, education, quality jobs, and investment in underinvested communities. Its 2025 itemized grants had a median of $26,500, though awards vary widely; grants generally benefit Chicago-region residents, and the Trust directs applicants to open opportunities but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Hilda & Preston Davis Foundation

Sarasota, FL

The Hilda & Preston Davis Foundation supports programs that benefit children and young adults, with special emphasis on eating disorders and education for underprivileged people. Grants generally range from $2,500 to $25,000 annually, usually toward the lower end for first-time recipients; priority areas are funded nationally, while other programs are concentrated in southern New England, the Middle Atlantic states, and California. It accepts unsolicited requests through its online application.

Mathis Pfohl Foundation

Long Island City, NY

The Mathis Pfohl Foundation supports a wide range of charitable organizations, including arts, community services, education, and civic affairs. Its 2024 grants ranged from $100 to $69,000, with a median of $1,000, and went mainly to organizations in New York, with additional funding in North Carolina, Iowa, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected organizations.

Americares Foundation Inc

Stamford, CT

Americares funds health care organizations and programs focused on disaster preparedness and recovery, access to medicines and medical supplies, and community health services. In 2025, its grants ranged from $5,073 to $3.86 million, with a median of about $58,700; it works in the United States and internationally, reaching an average of 80 countries each year. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

American Savings Foundation Inc

New Britain, CT

American Savings Foundation supports education, human services, and arts and culture, especially programs serving children, youth, and families in Connecticut, with a focus on New Britain and Waterbury. Its 2024 grants ranged from $234 to $150,000, with a median of $1,750; Community Grants are capped at $5,000. It provides application forms for Program and Community Grants, but the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

Hartford, CT

The Greater Hartford Gives Foundation funds nonprofits addressing community needs, with priorities including racial equity, economic and social mobility, wellbeing, neighborhoods, civic engagement, and arts and culture. Its 2024 itemized grants had a median of about $21,600, and it primarily serves 29 Greater Hartford towns. It accepts applications through specific requests for proposals and grant cycles; eligibility varies by opportunity.

Eversource Energy Foundation Inc

Hartford, CT

The Eversource Energy Foundation funds U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, education, environmental stewardship, community engagement, and economic or workforce development. It gives in Eversource’s service territory in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire; its 2024 median grant was $2,000, though awards ranged from $250 to $700,000.

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven

New Haven, CT

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven funds nonprofits working in areas including civic vitality, arts and culture, health, and education, with competitive grants for organizations serving its 20-town region. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,154 to $2.8 million, with a median of $15,000; it accepts applications through specific grant programs, while most donor-advised and designated fund distributions are not open to applications.

Fairfield County's Community Foundation Inc

Norwalk, CT

Fairfield County’s Community Foundation funds equity-focused work including education and youth development, economic opportunity, women and girls’ health, housing, civic engagement, and nonprofit capacity, primarily benefiting Fairfield County residents. Its 2025 grants had a median of $24,080 and ranged from $5,194 to $2 million; it accepts applications for some programs, including rolling capacity-building and small-grant opportunities, while Strategic Partner Grants are invitation-only.

Viking Global Foundation Inc

Stamford, CT

Ion Bank Foundation Inc

Naugatuck, CT