Basic Human Needs Emergency Assistance Grants
Supports nonprofits in Greater Hartford providing emergency food, basic needs, and services to improve food security and wellbeing for vulnerable residents.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
Hartford Foundation For Public Giving has archived this opportunity.
Funder: Hartford Foundation For Public Giving
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2026 (Round 1) | May 2026 (Round 1) | August 2026 (Round 2) | September 2026 (Round 2)
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$20,000 (individual projects); up to $30,000 (collaborative projects); one-year period; one grant per organization per year
Summary: Supports nonprofits in Greater Hartford providing emergency basic needs and services, with priority for food security.
Key Information: Applicants may only receive one grant per year; eligibility restrictions and a "3 years on, 1 year off" policy apply.
Description
This program funds nonprofit organizations serving Greater Hartford, Connecticut, to provide immediate emergency assistance and basic human needs to vulnerable residents. Eligible services include food and food assistance (the primary focus), emergency clothing, personal care items, emergency financial aid (such as rent, utilities, or child care), non-prescription durable medical equipment, medical aid, aftercare for victims of domestic violence, and informal case management. The grant aims to increase food security, decrease homelessness, and improve overall wellbeing in the region, reflecting the Hartford Foundation's commitment to building resilient and inclusive communities.
