Since 1928, Foundation funds have started and sustained successful nonprofits and created and funded crucial collaboratives and inclusive coalitions.
You will find stories about the founding of an organization serving people with the then newly-identified disease of AIDS; a group of visionary women who believed New Haven could be the next Spoleto; a philanthropist who found a way to recognize outstanding individual effort to nourish the partnership between Yale and the community; and many more.
From the Start: Neighborhood Civics in Action ›
08.27.2018
Evolving over the years, the neighborhood program has held onto one core element: helping residents improve their community.
From the Start: the Quinnipiac River Fund ›
07.17.2018
For over 25 years, the Quinnipiac River Fund has been a trusted protector and advocate for River preservation.
From the Start: The International Festival of Arts & Ideas ›
07.13.2018
The International Festival of Arts & Ideas delights audiences with outstanding entertainment and inspiring programs, and The Community Foundation has been there from the start.
From the Start: The Elm and Ivy Awards Partnership ›
04.26.2018
The Seton's philanthropic and civic leadership continues to enrich many lives.
Salute to Fellow Nonagenarians: Dag and Nancy Pfeiffer ›
In 2018, The Foundation celebrated its 90th anniversary, we're honored to be in the company of these amazing 90(plus)-year-old donors: Dag and Nancy Pfeiffer.
From the Start: AIDS Education and Assistance ›
02.20.2018
The Foundation pledged an initial $120,000 grant for New Haven AIDS service organizations in the 1980s.
