The Enterprise Capital Grant Program from CHEFA funds Connecticut nonprofits to build capacity and expand research-driven, strategic initiatives for greater community impact.
Funder: Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority
Due Dates: Next cycle not yet announced (typically annual; check program page for updates)
Funding Amounts: $100,000–$500,000 per award | 3-year grant period
Summary: Flexible, multi-year grants for Connecticut nonprofits to support capacity building, program expansion, and strategic initiatives.
The Enterprise Capital Grant Program, run by the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA), provides significant, flexible funding to nonprofit organizations across Connecticut. The program is designed to empower nonprofits to launch, stabilize, or scale operations through strategic initiatives, capacity-building efforts, and projects that enhance organizational sustainability. Funding is drawn from CHEFA’s own resources and is intended to help organizations address pressing societal challenges and achieve greater impact within the state.