Eversource Energy Foundation Grants

_NOTE:_

• _Grant requests are reviewed on a rolling basis. Review time can take eight to 12 weeks. The application closes mid-October for the current calendar year.  Funding requests for a program or event must be submitted at least 90 days in advance._
• _For requests above $10,000, please submit a one-page letter with your proposal and why Eversource would be a good partner.

Eversource Energy Foundation

The Eversource Energy Foundation is an independent, nonprofit philanthropic organization that is funded solely by Eversource Energy shareholders.
The Foundation is governed by a board of directors that reviews Foundation program guidelines to ensure they reflect our values, mission and giving strategy.

To support our communities and make a positive difference in the lives of our customers, the Eversource Energy Foundation provides sponsorships and grants for events and programs to organizations within our service territory with a focus on environmental justice and historically marginalized communities.

Funding Priorities

We support nonprofit organizations with focus on one or more of the following areas:

• Community Wellness and Basic Human Needs: Programs that provide families with essential tools and resources to meet their basic health and human services needs. This includes food and nutritional needs, social services and medical needs.
• Education: Programs that support STEM education, literacy, mentoring and youth development to help build a well-trained workforce for years to come.
• Clean Energy and Environmental Stewardship: Organizations that educate, inform and advance environmental issues that have the potential to impact our communities. Programs include environmental conservation and education, park updates and trail projects.
• Community Awareness and Engagement: We support organizations that encourage and promote the engagement of historically marginalized and disinvested communities.
• Community, Economic and Workforce Development: Programs that help revitalize underserved communities and support workforce development and educational opportunities.

Award Amounts

Typical grants are between $1,000 and $10,000, and do not automatically renew. Organizations must reapply each year. There is a limit of one donation per organization in a calendar year.

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

• Organizations seeking a grant:
  • Must be based within Eversource's service territory
  • Must have a 501(c)(3) designation
• Your request for funding must fit within at least one of the Eversource Foundation funding priorities.
• Event sponsorship is available for:
  • Community Fundraisers
  • Conference/Seminars
  • Galas
  • While we do not typically support golf tournaments, you are still welcome to apply
  • While we do not typically support runs/walks, you are still welcome to apply

Ineligibility

• The Foundation does not make awards that fund:
  • Fraternal and political organizations
  • Capital projects
  • Private foundations or endowments
  • Funding for personnel related matters
  • Reducing or eliminating debt
  • Personal expenses related to events, conferences, travel, etc.
  • Advertising
  • Utility or energy efficiency upgrades or utility bill assistance
  • Sporting leagues
  • United Ways (A signature partner)