Grassroots Leadership
The Grassroots Leadership grant from Connecticut Community Foundation funds Waterbury residents and groups advancing community leadership, civic engagement, and neighborhood revitalization.
Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (proposals accepted anytime; reviewed quarterly in odd-numbered months)
Funding Amounts: Typical grant: $5,000–$7,000; prioritizes smaller, resident-led groups with budgets under $100,000.
Summary: Supports Waterbury, CT residents and groups leading projects to strengthen neighborhoods, foster leadership, and boost civic engagement.
Key Information: First-time applicants must schedule a meeting with the program officer before applying.
Description
The Grassroots Leadership grant from the Connecticut Community Foundation empowers individuals and resident-led groups in Waterbury, Connecticut, to launch projects that strengthen neighborhoods and foster equitable community revitalization. The program supports initiatives that build civic engagement, develop youth leadership, and promote collaboration among multi-generational residents. The grant is especially focused on smaller organizations or groups with annual budgets under $100,000 and encourages projects that bring together community members to create lasting, positive change at the grassroots level.
