Reading. Writing. Arithmetic. The three “R”s – and of course, add a little history, some science and a splash of art. Now you have a basic “education.” Yet an education can be so much more than that. Education provides knowledge about the world. It can pave the way for a good career, help build character, and lay the foundation for a stronger community. An anonymous donor approached the Community Foundation with a passion – provide funding support for programs and services serving people of low to moderate income to achieve economic success through education. That passion resulted in the Endowed…
DonateSt. Luke’s Home was founded in 1865 as a nonprofit organization committed to serving the various needs of seniors and veterans in Middlesex County. Facing ongoing changes in state and federal funding streams, the St. Luke’s Board of Trustees voted to dissolve the organization and continue to be faithful to its 150-year mission by establishing the St. Luke’s Home Fund at the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. The Fund provides financial support to designated nonprofit organizations whose work supports the organization’s long tradition of services for veterans and older adults. All activities will be under the auspices and guidance…
DonateAt the Community Foundation of Middlesex County we say each and every day that “we only know Good People Doing Great Things.” It’s so true and we never take our friends and neighbors or the great things they do for granted – and we know that you don’t either. Allow us to introduce to you our special “Tooth Fairy” and the “Tooth Fairy Fund.” One very special individual with a heart of gold believes that every child deserves a beautiful, healthy smile. This individual knew that not only is dental health important for a child’s physical well-being, but a beautiful…
DonateYou often hear us say at the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, “We only know good people who do great things.” It’s true! Meet a couple who are passionate about providing our young people with opportunities to grow and thrive, and in making certain our youth have some of the same advantages they did. Hanna and Gerhard Krauland represent the American dream. Both are immigrants. Both had successful careers, Gerhard in business and Hanna in the nonprofit sector. Both recognize that a strong support system, hard work, and luck made a significant difference in their lives. Both believe in paying…
DonateConnecticut Heritage Productions established this Field of Interest Fund in memory of Dr. Louis and Eva Loffredo. Grants are determined by the Community Foundation’s Grants Committee on a competitive basis to support student performing arts initiatives in Middletown, Portland or East Hampton. Performing arts are defined as theater, music, and dance. Grants will be determined on a competitive basis by the Foundation’s Grants Committee. Grants may be made to support student programs, program scholarships, and public performances. “This Fund will provide a lasting tribute to the memory of Dr. and Mrs. Loffredo’s love of the performing arts and this community….
DonateThe Elizabeth Swaim Arts Enrichment Fund supports Middletown Public School arts enrichment programs for K through 12 students. Grants support the Elizabeth Swaim After School Strings Program, the Middletown Public Schools Cultural Council programming, and field trips, attendance at performances, and bringing artists/performers to the Middletown schools.
DonateCelebrating All Things ARTS Established in 1999, long-time Arts supporter, Derry D’Oench, established this fund to support the Arts countywide. The Arts Fund enriches the quality of life in Middlesex County by supporting programs and organizations offering participatory and audience-oriented artistic activities.
DonateGolf is a Game of Faith… (and a little bit of practice, of course)… on so many levels If you’re a golfer, you know that it takes faith that your next round will be good – even great. If you’re not a golfer, you probably know a golfer and understand that at the heart of every round is not only those great shots, but also the camaraderie generated both during and after the round. Yet what everyone understands – whether a golfer or a friend – is that golf takes commitment, passion, and a belief that each game will provide…
DonateLiz Petry has many descriptors – Middlesex County resident, attorney, journalist, author, and community volunteer … early CFMC Board member and founding member of CFMC’s Sari A. Rosenbaum Fund for Women & Girls. Most importantly, though, Liz is a person who embraces her family history and appreciates the love her parents had for the arts. She established the Ann and George Petry Fund, a memorial named fund restricted to supporting the arts. She purposely chose a Fund that will pool with other Funds at CFMC to provide grants to local arts programs and activities through the annual competitive application process….
DonateA new Fund has been established at the Community Foundation. The news was greeted by woofs, chirps, peeps, clucks, meows, gobbles, (and more)! In 2008, a family of animal lovers established ARF, Animals: Respect Friendship, an endowed, community based Fund dedicated to helping animals and their human friends in Middlesex County. This family believes that we have a strong responsibility and obligation to preserve the basic dignity that comes with sharing the world with all living creatures. They also believe that pets, in particular, provide unqualified love, true companionship and, in some cases, essential services to the disabled, elderly and…
DonateThe Community Foundation idea is a simple one: anyone – or any group – can be a philanthropist; anyone may partner with the Community Foundation to give something back to the community: To Impact Lives To Help Others To Solve a Problem The Community Foundation of Middlesex County puts hearts into action and money to work. The Community Foundation’s role is to assist individuals achieve their philanthropic goals and objectives by providing support of the donors and expertise on ways to make our region a better place for all. CALL TO ACTION When the dedicated group of volunteers came to…
DonateAscend Bank has a long history of giving back and partnering with local organizations. Ascend Bank took their community involvement one step further and chose to honor their community work by establishing a Field of Interest Fund to support Old Saybrook and the surrounding area in Middlesex County.
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