Annual Grant Programs
CHEFA grants fund Connecticut nonprofits advancing K-8 education, museums, family support, and workforce stabilization to strengthen community services and infrastructure.
Funder: Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority
Due Dates: May 28, 2026: Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline (LOIs are due by 4 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$75,000 per award for a one-year period
Summary: Supports Connecticut nonprofits with funding for community services, education, museums, family support, and workforce stabilization.
Key Information: LOI required; program priorities and eligibility differ by grant stream.
Description
The Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA) operates two annual grant programs supporting nonprofits that serve Connecticut communities. The Nonprofit Grant Program focuses on Out-of-School Time programs for K-8 students, museums and historical sites, parenting supports and family-strengthening services, and workforce stabilization in the long-term care/senior living sector. The John M. Biancamano Client Grant Program is dedicated to organizations that are current obligors or borrowers of a CHEFA Bond Issuance or Loan and are in good standing. Both programs are designed to strengthen community infrastructure and services in priority areas.
