• Addressing Our Community's Needs

  • Providing Leadership on Local Issues

  • Facilitating New Canaan's Effective Charitable Giving

  • Making Impactful Grants to Local Nonprofits

GENEROSITY IS AT THE HEART OF OUR COMMUNITY

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Since 1977, the New Canaan Community Foundation has been a cornerstone of leadership, tackling the most urgent challenges facing our town, expertly managing the charitable visions of our donors, and advancing the efforts of local nonprofits. Through its dedication and expertise, the Foundation has played a pivotal role in fostering community well-being and ensuring sustainable impact.

Join us at NCCF, where you'll connect with like-minded individuals, support meaningful local initiatives, and help shape a stronger, more vibrant community. Together, we can create positive change and build a brighter future for all.

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What's Happening at NCCF
Grant Site Visits Underway
Grant Site Visits Underway

This year, 103 dedicated volunteers will visit 75 nonprofits to learn about their programming, meet their leadership, and evaluate the organization’s alignment with NCCF’s mission and values.

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Individual and Block Grant Scholarship Applications are OPEN
Individual and Block Grant Scholarship Applications are OPEN

Scholarship Applications are OPEN. Deadline for Individual Applications is May 11, 2025 at 11:30pm. Block Grant Applications are due by April 11, 2025 at 11:30pm.

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2025 Annual Meeting
2025 Annual Meeting

The 2025 New Canaan Community Foundation Annual Meeting was held on Wednesday, January 29th at the Waveny House.

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NCCF’s FY24 Annual Report

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📚 Scholarship Highlight: Making Futures Brighter 🎓 Last year, $188,000 in scholarships and emergency financial aid made a meaningful impact on New Canaan students! 💛✨ Through funds like the Sapienza Scholarship, Joseph F. Dorrico Rotary Award, an
✨ Our Annual Appeal is Live – 3 Ways to Give! Since 1977, the people of New Canaan have powered the New Canaan Community Foundation to address our town’s most pressing needs. This work is made possible by YOU—neighbors who care abo
📢 $2.5 Million Invested in Our Community in One Year! 💙 Generosity is at the heart of New Canaan, and since 1977, the New Canaan Community Foundation has been a trusted steward of this spirit. In one year, we’ve invested $2.5 million into cr
🌟 Big News! 🌟 The New Canaan Community Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to the New Canaan YMCA to support its facility energy project, including the installation of a Combined Heat and Power system. This initiative will: ✅ Improve energy ef
We’re thrilled to partner with @CommunityFundDarien to bring you the "Top New Canaan and Darien Charities to Donate to This Holiday Season" 💙 Big thanks to @ncdmag for helping us share this easy Guide to Giving! 🙌 As NCDMag so beau