Supports organizations serving children to implement evidence-based, trauma-informed practices through staff training and organizational change.
Funder: Fund for Greater Hartford
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; maximum two grants per applicant per year
Summary: Supports organizations serving children to implement evidence-based trauma-informed practices through staff training and organizational change.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted with a professional trainer; trainers themselves are not eligible to apply.
The Trauma-Informed Practice Fund, offered by the Fund for Greater Hartford, is designed to help organizations working directly with children to develop and implement trauma-informed practices in their workplaces. The fund emphasizes evidence-based best practices, leadership support, and staff engagement to foster safe and supportive environments. Funding supports interactive, multi-session trainings conducted by professional trainers, focusing on organizational change, workforce sustainability, and addressing secondary traumatic stress among staff. Eligible organizations can request support for various training-related expenses, including trainer fees, travel, materials, and staff per diem.