M&T Charitable Foundation

Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness is a nonprofit organization that provides homelessness services.

Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford develops and manages affordable housing.

The Barnum Museum, which was founded in 1891 as The Barnum Institute of Science and History, currently houses a vast collection of art and artefacts related to the life of Bridgeport's own P.T. Barnum.

Community engagement and collaboration are at the core of our efforts. We work with partners to frame conversations around critical issues to create on-the-ground solutions. To effect long-term change, these collaborations utilize the collective impact model, a systematic approach to agreeing on the issues of concern and how they will determine success. In Bridgeport, United Way of Coastal Fairfield County fills the critical role of a backbone organization for Bridgeport Prospers and in Norwalk, UWCFC lends its expertise to Norwalk ACTS. Click here to read more about collective impact.

Fairfield County's Community Foundation is an independent non-profit organization located in Norwalk, Connecticut, established in 1992. The foundation is dedicated to promoting philanthropy and enhancing the well-being of the community by collaborating with various stakeholders, including community organizations, nonprofits, businesses, and donors. Its mission focuses on addressing local challenges and identifying opportunities to foster a healthier and more vibrant community. The foundation's assets are managed and governed by a board of directors, ensuring effective stewardship and alignment with its philanthropic goals.

Eastern Connecticut Housing Opportunities is a Connecticut private, nonprofit corporation founded with the mission of improving lives and strengthening communities in Eastern Connecticut by providing affordable housing opportunities to individuals and families who work and want to live in the communities where they work and want to live.

Southern Connecticut State University offers outstanding graduate and undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and professional fields.

Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust is a non-profit organisation dedicated to improve the lives of low-income people in the greater Bridgeport area by building safe, affordable, and healthy homes. Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust's objective is to revitalise communities by taking a comprehensive rehabilitation strategy through advocacy, education, investment, and technical assistance.

RYASAP (Regional Youth Adult Social Action Partnership) works to ensure the safe and healthy development of youth, young adults, and families in the Greater Bridgeport region by actively engaging organizations, public officials, and community leaders on issues that are important to the community.

Connecticut Students for a Dream is a statewide network of undocumented students and their families led by youth.

The Connecticut Council for Philanthropy is a grantmaking organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting successful philanthropy for the public good. CCP is committed to providing its members with high-quality programmes, tools, and services, as well as networking opportunities and information about grantmaking and philanthropy.

Connecticut Community Outreach Revitalization Program (ConnCORP) focuses on New Haven's economic growth. ConnCorp was created to help ConnCAT fulfil its objective of providing opportunities to New Haven's underprivileged communities.

Arts for Learning CT is a statewide arts education non-profit organisation.

Shubert Theatre is a not-for-profit arts and community institution located in New Haven, Connecticut. It serves as a vital resource for the local population, offering a diverse range of programs and performances that cater to various interests. The theater is recognized as a key cultural landmark in downtown New Haven, contributing to the city's artistic landscape and community engagement through its commitment to education and the arts. As a prominent venue for theatrical productions, the Shubert Theatre plays a crucial role in enriching the cultural fabric of the region.

C4C has grown to be the largest full-service Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) in Connecticut. With support from their community-minded investors and partners, they serve people, non-profits, small businesses and public institutions. Their high impact programs and products broaden access to affordable housing, energy efficiency and job opportunities for underserved communities.