United Way of West Central Connecticut Inc

Main Street Community Foundation Inc

Bristol, CT

Main Street Community Foundation supports eligible nonprofits working on basic needs, access to opportunity, and vibrant communities, including programs in education, health, human services, arts, and the environment. In 2025, grants ranged from $5,100 to $183,840, with a median of $12,060, and served Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Wolcott, Connecticut. It invites applications through its general grant program; the listed March 27, 2026 deadline has passed.

The Sky Bight Foundation Inc

Bristol, CT

United Way Inc United Way of Cent & Ne Connecticut

Hartford, CT

United Way Inc funds Connecticut community programs addressing poverty, including child literacy, basic needs, housing stability, health, and economic mobility, with community impact grants focused on Greater Hartford. Its 2025 grants ranged from $25,000 to $360,000, with a median of $55,000; an open application process is stated for the separate R2 program, but not for its other grants.

Bobs Discount Furniture Charitable

Oakdale, CT

Bob’s Discount Furniture Charitable supports qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including organizations that provide assistance to individuals; its Bob’s Cares program describes community support nationwide, though its 2025 filing reports a Connecticut recipient. Recent filings show one large operating-support grant of about $823,000, so they do not establish a typical award size. The foundation describes a process for submitting request letters, indicating it accepts unsolicited requests.

The Maximilian E and Marion O Hoffman

West Hartford, CT

The foundation supports education, health care, social services, food assistance, and community and cultural organizations, primarily in Connecticut, with additional giving in Maine, Rhode Island, and New York. Its 2025 grants ranged from $2,500 to $250,000, with a median of $19,000. It accepts requests using its prescribed application form; applicants should contact Marion Barrak to obtain one.

Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Barnes Memorial Trust C/O Main Street Community

Bristol, CT

The Trust funds 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving health, medical care, and wellness for Southington, Connecticut residents, with priorities including behavioral health, aging-related healthcare, and healthy lifestyles. Recent grants ranged from $10,000 to $150,000, with a median of $60,000. It uses a letter-of-intent process and requires a preliminary discussion before the deadline; unsolicited requests are not addressed.

Community Foundation of Greater New Britain

New Britain, CT

The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain funds programs in education, health and human services, community and economic development, and arts, culture and heritage in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville, and Southington. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,070 to $297,650, with a median of $15,000. It accepts Letters of Intent through its online portal, due January 1 or July 1; only invited applicants submit full applications.

McDonald Family Trust

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

The McDonald Family Trust supports charities benefiting the greater Hartford region, including organizations addressing blindness, homelessness, economic hardship, legal aid, and community needs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $2,000 to $10,000, with a median of $3,000; it accepts requests by letter describing the organization, amount requested, and proposed use.

The Manafort Family Foundation Inc

Plainville, CT

The Manafort Family Foundation supports health care, youth activities, home repair, food assistance, and services for people with complex medical needs, primarily in Connecticut. In 2025, it made 24 grants ranging from $500 to $170,000, with a median grant of $3,250. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

The Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin Inc

New Britain, CT

The Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin funds nonprofit health and human services in New Britain and Berlin, Connecticut, with priority for mental health, food, housing and shelter, and general health—especially programs serving children. Recent grants ranged from $6,000 to $15,000, typically around $14,000; applications are submitted through its online grant portal, though whether unsolicited requests are accepted is not stated.

Farmington Bank Community

Newington, CT

The foundation funds nonprofits addressing economic opportunity, health, and basic needs in its 16-community Central Connecticut service area, prioritizing organizations with deep local roots. Grants average about $8,000, with a stated maximum of $20,000; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not specified.

Harry F & Carol H Barnes

Bristol, CT

The foundation supports preselected charitable organizations across areas including healthcare, youth programs, education, and community services, with recent grants concentrated in Connecticut, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, and California. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,500 to $20,000, with a median award of $8,000. It does not accept unsolicited funding requests.