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 highlighted 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.
Protecting our Air, Land and Water ›
07.10.2017
After decades of effort, the health of Long Island Sound is beginning show signs of improvement. But long stretches of coastal waters remain imperiled by pollution. Connecticut Fund for the Environment/Save The Sound is on a mission to clean them and continue protecting the region's air, water and land.
Planting Trees and Growing Community Leaders ›
06.30.2017
For more than two decades, Urban Resources Initiative and the Community Greenspace program has helped volunteers around the city create safe and livable neighborhoods.
Stopping Hunger with Summer Meals ›
06.26.2017
End Hunger Connecticut! leads a statewide campaign to help schools keep cafeterias open and offering free meals throughout the summer.
The New Haven Diaper Bank Helps Families in Need ›
06.19.2017
For more than a decade, the New Haven Diaper Bank has helped lead a national movement to fill a hole in the safety net and expand society's definition of basic human needs.
The Salvation Army Offers Hope ›
06.12.2017
The Salvation Army has battled hunger and need in New Haven since it first opened its doors in 1885. From its current home on 450 George Street and other outposts in Greater New Haven, the charitable organization offers a food pantry, free diapers and other services to help financially struggling individuals and families.
Literacy Volunteers Change Lives ›
06.05.2017
The Literacy Volunteers of Greater New Haven helps adult learners gain reading and writing skills for managing daily tasks and more.
05.26.2017
Youth Continuum tackles teenage and young-adult homelessness with the construction of Winchester Manor.
Local Nonprofits Inspire a Giving Spirit ›
05.08.2017
Months of preparation and hard work paid off for Greater New Haven nonprofits last week during The Great Give® 2017.
Women Investing in Second Chances ›
04.17.2017
At Strive-New Haven's W.I.N.S program, women learn to overcome past struggles that have made it hard for them to find employment or advance in careers.
Teaching skills and transforming lives ›
04.10.2017
ConnCat is helping students with employment barriers gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed.
