Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Scholarships
Funding Amount
Range from small one-time awards to large multi-year awards; $1.2 million awarded in 2025-2026
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Scholarships
Geographic Scope: Eastern Connecticut (34 of 42 towns in service area)
Focus Areas: Educational support for students pursuing higher education
Overview: The Community Foundation administers multiple scholarship programs through funds established by various donors. In 2025-2026, the foundation awarded $1.2 million in scholarships to 278 students.
What They Fund: Scholarships for students pursuing diverse educational paths including:
Additional Support: In addition to scholarships, the foundation makes grants for:
Impact to Date: Over $13 million has been awarded to 4,000 students since the foundation's first scholarship fund was established in 1983
Student Demographics: Recipients come from 34 of the 42 towns in the Foundation's service area
Note: "Tuition is rising everywhere, including at Connecticut's state universities and even community colleges. Our scholarships offer critical support for many students in eastern Connecticut to invest in their education without their being shackled by student loan debt." - Jennifer O'Brien, Program Director
Contact: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, 68 Federal Street, New London, CT 06320 | admin@cfect.org | 860.442.3572
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