Legacy of a Winchester Rifle Heiress ›
04.18.2014
After her death in 1942, $306,000 from Anne Hope Bennett's estate went to the Union and New Haven Trust Company as trustee for the New Haven Foundation. Since then, The Foundation has always found causes that conform to the spirit of her intentions: preventing or curing sickness in New Haven.
Frew Family Fund: Plants Seeds in Community ›
04.18.2014
The Frew Family Fund, a donor advised fund, offers, "a convenient way to support the city's nonprofits," says Bob, a retired professor and former Alderman for the 9th ward in New Haven."It is better to give while you're alive," says Susan. "I can plant the seeds and see them grow."
Community Service Is Natural for the Negróns ›
04.18.2014
Justin and David Negrón believe their interest in volunteering began with their parents (Michael and Edita) who were always talking about giving to others. As members of the Latino community they believe in giving to the community - in sacrificing for the good of others.
The Many Avenues of Charitable Giving ›
04.18.2014
To achieve their goal of helping others, Alejandro and María Galindo use many avenues to pursue their charitable giving philosophy. Even though they are not wealthy, their generosity and compassion for others has motivated them to assist with countless fundraising efforts.
The Funds of the Alderman Osterweis Families ›
04.18.2014
2 Families | 50 Years of Community Philanthropy | 4 Funds
Diaper Bank Possible With Health Fund ›
04.18.2014
The New Haven Diaper Bank now reaches hundreds of children and has plans to expand, thanks to a multi-year grant from the Josephine Burgess Fund, established in 1981 for treatment and prevention of disease.
Donor Advised Fund Offers Flexibility in Giving ›
04.18.2014
Jean Kelley endowed a donor advised fund at The Community Foundation over 10 years ago as a permanent way to give back to the community, and because of its flexibility which enables her to stay involved with the Fund during her life.
A Husband's Wish & A Wife's Estate Plans ›
04.17.2014
The Russell H. and Lucie E. Atwater Fund provides the Greater New Haven community with benefits for "public, charitable and educational uses and purposes absolutely and forever."
Gates Fund Supports Naugatuck Valley ›
04.17.2014
In 1938 the Gates brothers created trusts at The New Haven Foundation. Their stipulation required that, "due consideration be given to programs that benefit the inhabitants of the Derby area." Their gifts have made it possible for The Foundation to become the largest grantmaking funder in the Naugatuck Valley.
