Grassroots Leadership
This grant supports resident-led groups in Waterbury, CT, for collaborative projects that revitalize neighborhoods and promote civic engagement, youth development, and community building.
Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation (https://conncf.org)
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted anytime; reviewed quarterly in odd-numbered months)
Funding Amounts: Average grant size: $5,000–$7,000; typically supports one-year projects
Summary: Supports resident-led groups in Waterbury, CT, for neighborhood revitalization, civic engagement, and community-building initiatives.
Key Information: Priority is given to small, resident-led groups with annual budgets under $100,000; pre-application meeting required for first-time applicants.
Description
This grant program empowers local residents and grassroots leaders in Waterbury, Connecticut, to strengthen their neighborhoods through equitable revitalization, collaboration, and resource expansion. The program is designed to support smaller, resident-led groups—especially those with annual budgets under $100,000—by providing funding for projects that foster civic engagement, community organizing, youth development, and community-building events. Example projects include voter registration drives, leadership training, resource distribution, community gardens, and public art. The program values ongoing, collaborative work rather than one-off events, and encourages partnerships within the community.
