Annual Grant Programs
CHEFA grants fund Connecticut nonprofit projects in education, museums, family support, and workforce stabilization to strengthen community health and learning.
Funder: Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026: Nonprofit Grant Program LOI | March 2027: Nonprofit Grant Program full application | May 2027: John M. Biancamano Client Grant Program LOI | August 2027: John M. Biancamano Client Grant Program full application
Funding Amounts: One-year grants from $5,000 to $75,000
Summary: Supports Connecticut nonprofits and CHEFA bond/loan obligors for education, community, family, and workforce initiatives via two annual grant programs.
Description
The Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA) offers two annual grant programs aimed at strengthening Connecticut communities through nonprofit support. The Nonprofit Grant Program funds initiatives in 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 and senior living sector. The John M. Biancamano Client Grant Program is exclusive to current CHEFA bond or loan obligors who are in compliance with payment and documentation requirements. Both programs are designed to enable impactful, community-centered projects.
