Health and Environmental Justice
Connecticut Community Foundation's Health and Environmental Justice grant funds research and projects tackling health disparities and environmental issues in Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills.
Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation
Due Dates: Annually (next expected: Fall 2026)
Funding Amounts: Average grant $5,000–$15,000; larger requests considered with prior discussion; typically one-year awards.
Summary: Supports programs and advocacy to advance health equity, environmental justice, and improved quality of life in Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills, Connecticut.
Key Information: Applicants seeking over $15,000 must contact foundation staff before applying.
Description
This grant opportunity from the Connecticut Community Foundation is designed to address the interconnected factors that influence health and quality of life in the Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills region. The program supports a wide range of initiatives, including direct services, advocacy, and systemic change efforts, all through a lens of health equity and environmental justice. Funded activities may target health disparities, safe and affordable housing, food and health systems, behavioral and physical health, maternal and infant health, transportation and language access, cultural competency, and environmental improvements such as air quality monitoring or community gardening. The overarching goal is to foster healthier, more equitable communities by addressing root causes of health inequities and supporting vulnerable populations.
