The following stories were created by The Community Foundation to highlight local nonprofits and the impact they have throughout Greater New Haven. Many of the nonprofits featured here have profiles on The Foundation's website giveGreater.org, a resource created by The Foundation for donors to learn more about and support local nonprofits.
Message to LGBTQ+ and the Latinx Community: Keep Communicating ›
06.24.2019
Shared experiences explored at recent discussion.
Leading the Charge for Paid Family Leave ›
06.17.2019
A guaranteed 12-week paid family leave is coming to Connecticut, thanks in part to the advocacy leadership of The Connecticut Women's Education and Legal Fund. (CWEALF)
History Lives at Fort Nathan Hale ›
05.10.2019
Fort Nathan Hale is a unique city park that keeps history alive through the work of a longtime corps of local volunteers.
Access to Lifesaving Healthcare ›
03.27.2019
A recent immigrant receives lifesaving treatment through Project Access.
01.24.2019
Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen provides hot meals as well as connections to vital services.
Advocating for Juvenile Justice ›
12.27.2018
Black and Latino youth are over-represented in the juvenile justice system. The Center for Children's Advocacy's work is tackling the disparities.
12.13.2018
Professionals working with youth use the latest research and education to reform the way young people and families are treated throughout the juvenile justice system.
From the Start: New Haven Promise and The Promise of A Brighter Future ›
09.26.2018
New Haven Promise, launched in 2010, now provides nearly $4 million annually in scholarships to graduates of New Haven Public Schools.
Building Talent for the Digital Revolution ›
09.24.2018
Just a few years ago, Max Johnson was living out of his car after working a series of dead-end jobs. Today he codes software for a New York City tech company. The opportunity he now has, he says, "is a miracle."
Creating community through baseball ›
09.10.2018
Walter "Pop" Smith Little League brings together children and families.
