New Canaan Community Foundation

A Whole Community Approach to Mental Health & Well-Being

Please join the Foundation in the next phase of our behavioral health work by supporting the new Community Behavioral Health Fund! This fund will make a meaningful impact on behavioral health in our community by advancing awareness, education, and access to services.

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Our vision is a New Canaan that comes together to address both individual and local challenges, enriching the lives of all community members.
We partner with community members to help each individual, family, or organization achieve their philanthropic goals.
We educate and support volunteer leaders of all ages to guide our work and help maximize impact in the community.
We mobilize thoughtful grant investments and other resources to respond to local needs.
We convene community leaders, experts, and residents to address community-wide issues that affect New Canaan.

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The Foundation serves as New Canaan's local partner for advice, leadership and charitable giving. Read more »

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The Foundation is proud to announce that we are currently accepting LOIs for our 2023-2024 grant cycle! Additional information is below:

Click here to apply. The deadline to submit your LOI is Sunday, October 15th at midnight.
View the 2023 LOI Guidelines and the 2023-2024 Grant Cycle FAQ's to learn more about NCCF's grant review process.
We are holding an Applicant Info Session on Thursday, September 21st at 11am to introduce new applicants to our grant recview process. This virtual meeting is completely optional. Click here to RSVP, and email Meg Soffen if you'd like a copy of the recording.

Curious how we've funded in the past? Click here to read the Press Release and click here to view the Grants Summary from our 2023 cycle.

The Foundation is currently accepting applications and nominations for two of our most exciting programs!

1. Click here to submit a nomination for the 2023 Volunteer Recognition Awards (dealine to nominate is Friday, September 22).

2. We are currently accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Young Philanthropists Program! Click here to learn more about the program, and click here to apply.

Contact Meg Soffen if you have questions about either program!

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June 2023

There is still time to give to our Annual Appeal! We hope our supporters continue their generosity and also help spread the word about the Foundation's work. With your support, the Foundation can continue to serve local nonprofits and make a positive impact in our community. Please donate today!

what's coming up:

6/15 Board Meeting

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