Cycle Grants
Cycle Grants from the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation fund innovative, research-based projects with a special emphasis on early childhood literacy in Northwest Connecticut.
Funder: Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 | January 31, 2027 | April 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical awards average $5,000; both small (≤$1,500) and larger grants available; generally one-year funding.
Summary: Flexible, competitive grants for Northwest CT nonprofits, with a special focus on early childhood literacy, awarded three times annually.
Description
Cycle Grants from the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation (NCCF) provide critical support to nonprofits serving the 20-town region of Northwest Connecticut. Awarded three times annually, these grants are designed to meet a wide range of needs, including program development, capital improvements, capacity building, and general operating expenses. NCCF places a strong emphasis on early childhood literacy, encouraging innovative projects that inspire reading and improve comprehension among young children, but welcomes applications across diverse focus areas such as arts & culture, education, environment, health, and social services.
