How much funding does Rev. Vouros Fund Grant provide?

Rev. Vouros Fund Grant provides US $5,000 - US $25,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Rev. Vouros Fund Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Who is eligible for Rev. Vouros Fund Grant?

Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

Rev. Vouros Fund Grant

Community Foundation of Greater New

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Funding Amount

US $5,000 - US $25,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

The Rev.
We will consider funding a grassroots group, if has a governing body and a fiscal agent with the appropriate tax status.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Sectarian or religious activities.
Not eligible: Political or lobbying activitiesDeficits.
Not eligible: Direct support of individuals

Overview

The Rev. Vouros Fund Grant, managed by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, honors Reverend Carl G. Vouros by supporting impactful initiatives in the community. This fund prioritizes grants to nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, focusing on areas such as education, human services, and cultural enrichment. The Foundation aims to inspire philanthropy and strengthen the local fabric through strategic partnerships, ensuring that the legacy of Reverend Vouros continues to benefit the Greater New Britain area.

Community Foundation of Greater New Britain
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain (CFGNB) serves as a trusted philanthropic institution dedicated to inspiring generosity, managing permanent charitable assets, and strategically partnering with community stakeholders to address pressing local challenges. Founded with a mission to foster lasting impact, the Foundation guides donors, supports nonprofits, and invests in initiatives that strengthen the social, educational, economic, and cultural fabric of the Greater New Britain region.
Mission, Vision & Priorities
The Foundation envisions a vibrant, thriving community that is a better place to live and work. Its priority areas include: supporting educational attainment and early-childhood development; strengthening human services and economic opportunity; promoting the arts, culture, and heritage; and fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and capacity-building across the nonprofit sector.
The Reverend Carl G. Vouros Fund is a charitable donor-advised fund managed by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain. This fund is dedicated to continuing the legacy of Reverend Carl G. Vouros by making impactful grants throughout the community.
Areas of Interest and Priorities
The Advisory Fund Board of the Vouros Fund meets annually to make decisions on grant requests from qualified nonprofits, local government, and school districts in New Britain.

Eligibility

The Rev. Vouros Fund will make grants to non-profit organizations that have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code or that are a qualified entity eligible to receive grants from community foundations under the IRS Code. We will consider funding a grassroots group, if has a governing body and a fiscal agent with the appropriate tax status.

Ineligibility

Sectarian or religious activitiesPolitical or lobbying activitiesDeficitsDirect support of individuals

What Community Foundation of Greater New actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 73
Total given: $1.89M
Median grant: $15K
Range: $5,070–$298K

By dollars: Connecticut >99%, Florida <1%, Georgia <1%. Top recipient cities: New Britain, CT; Hartford, CT; Southington, CT.
10% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
25% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin Inc · New Britain, CT

2025 designated grants

$298K
Consolidated School District of New Britain · New Britain, CT

Various programs

$136K
The Hospital of Central Connecticut · New Britain, CT

Various programs

$104K
New Britain Museum of American Art · New Britain, CT

Various programs

$80K
Town of Southington Finance Department · Southington, CT

Southington public library capital needs

$75K