Basic Needs Fund Grant Program
The Basic Needs Fund Grant supports Greater New Haven organizations addressing food security, housing stability, and hygiene needs to promote dignity and well-being, especially for underserved populations.
Funder: Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per organization; estimated $310,000 total available (recent cycle)
Summary: Supports organizations in Greater New Haven providing food, shelter, and hygiene essentials to promote dignity and well-being.
Key Information: Applicants must serve specific towns and have an operating budget under $2 million.
Description
The Basic Needs Fund Grant Program, offered by the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, provides grants to organizations addressing material basic needs in the Greater New Haven area. The fund focuses on supporting efforts related to food security, shelter and housing stability (including eviction support and energy assistance), and clothing and hygiene. The program prioritizes projects that center individual dignity and promote well-being, with special attention to underserved neighborhoods and populations facing barriers to accessing resources. Established as an endowment in 2020, the fund aims to address both immediate needs and provide a lasting resource for future generations.
