Request for Proposals Community Organizing Grants April 2026
Supports community organizing and research in Greater Hartford, prioritizing projects by and for marginalized groups to advance racial justice and systemic change.
Funder: Hartford Foundation For Public Giving
Due Dates: September 23, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$40,000 per project for up to one year; few awards at the $40,000 level
Summary: Supports community organizing projects in Greater Hartford, prioritizing efforts led by and for marginalized communities, especially those advancing racial justice.
Key Information: Eligibility interview required for new applicants before access to apply is granted.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation (Hartford Foundation For Public Giving) supports community organizing efforts in the Greater Hartford region, with a focus on projects led by people of color or those representing traditionally marginalized communities. The grant aims to strengthen collective power, build organizational capacity, and foster infrastructure for organizing, ultimately promoting policy change, civic participation, and dismantling of structural racism. Funded activities may include advocacy, coalition building, resident leadership training, community meetings, and the development of shared resources or technology. Preference is given to projects advancing racial justice or addressing issues such as housing, education, healthcare, the needs of returning citizens, and LGBTQIA+ concerns.
