Community foundation · EIN 06-6036461
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain
New Britain, CT
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is a community foundation based in New Britain, CT. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2025, it reported $2.49M in grants paid across 176 grants, with $91M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin Inc, Consolidated School District of New Britain and The Hospital of Central Connecticut.
How to request funding
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Community Foundation of Greater New Britain's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Organizations submit formal interim and final reports to the foundation on a regular basis as stipulated in the original grant agreement. these reports are reviewed by the staff to ensure compliance with grant terms and use of funds. these reports are then reviewed by both the grants committee and board of directors. grants are not considered "closed" until a final report is received. organizations that do not submit a final report on the use of grant funds are ineligible for future grants.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2025; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
Inspire philanthropy, manage permanent charitable assets, and address key community issues.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin Inc | New Britain, CT | 2025 Designated Grants | $297,650 |
| Consolidated School District of New Britain | New Britain, CT | — | $135,575 |
| The Hospital of Central Connecticut | New Britain, CT | — | $103,556 |
| New Britain Museum of American Art | New Britain, CT | — | $80,117 |
| Town of Southington Finance Department | Southington, CT | Southington Public Library Capital Needs | $75,000 |
| City of New Britain | New Brtiain, CT | Homeless Prevention | $60,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of New Britain | New Britain, CT | — | $58,914 |
| Literacy Volunteers of Central Ct Inc | New Britain, CT | — | $57,022 |
| Connecticut Children's Foundation | Hartford, CT | Nurses Station in New Wing | $55,593 |
| Berlin Public Schools | Berlin, CT | Full Day Pre-K | $50,000 |
| New Britain Roots | New Britain, CT | — | $46,150 |
| Southington Public Schools | Plantsville, CT | Family Resource Center | $40,000 |
| New Britain High School | New Britain, CT | Support of Nbhs Foundation and Other | $38,590 |
| City of New Britain Parks and Recreation | New Britain, CT | — | $37,500 |
| Prudence Crandall Center Inc | New Britain, CT | Emergency Shelter and Operating Support | $35,390 |
| YWCA New Britain | New Britain, CT | Childcare Incubator Project and General Purposes | $30,004 |
| Community Outreach & Optimum Performance | Berlin, CT | Val Co-Op "beyond the Bell and Youth Sports Programs | $24,086 |
| Best Buddies in Connecticut | New Britain, CT | Friendship and Leadership Development Programs | $21,500 |
| Hospital for Special Care | New Britain, CT | — | $20,562 |
| Ccsu Foundation Inc | New Britain, CT | — | $20,500 |
| Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain Inc | New Britain, CT | Stem Next II and Various Programs | $20,370 |
| Journey Home | West Hartford, CT | Compassionate Connection to Housing Initiative | $20,000 |
| Read to Grow Inc | Branford, CT | Early Childhood Literacy | $20,000 |
| New Britain Emergency Medical Services Inc | New Britain, CT | — | $18,690 |
| Ccarc Inc | New Britain, CT | — | $18,128 |
The 25 largest of 176 grants listed on the return. 103 grants to individuals ($392K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Community Foundation of Greater New Britain accept grant applications?
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Community Foundation of Greater New Britain's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does Community Foundation of Greater New Britain give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $2,489,650 in grants paid (176 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Community Foundation of Greater New Britain funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin Inc (CT), $298K, Consolidated School District of New Britain (CT), $136K, The Hospital of Central Connecticut (CT), $104K, New Britain Museum of American Art (CT), $80.1K and Town of Southington Finance Department (CT), $75K.