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- EIN 06-0699252
- (860) 548-1888
- 10 Columbus Blvd 8th Fl Hartford CT 06106 USA
- www.hfpg.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Community Foundations, Philanthropy
Mission: Our Mission: Putting philanthropy into action to create lasting solutions that result in vibrant communities within the Greater Hartford region. Our Core Values: LEADERSHIP We listen to the voices of our communities and convene, connect and catalyze positive and enduring social change. INNOVATION AND RESPONSIVENESS We promote and explore new ideas and innovative ways of working as we respond to the most pressing needs in the communities we serve. DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION We seek and embrace the participation and perspectives of people and communities that reflect who we are as a region and we are committed to ensuring that all residents in the region have the opportunity to thrive. COLLABORATION We cannot do this work alone. We are committed to seek partnerships with communities and nonprofit, private and public entities. LEARNING-FOCUSED We embrace and promote individual and organizational learning and improvement. OUTCOME-DRIVEN We pursue positive community outcomes and use measures of success to set expectations and guide action. STEWARDSHIP We uphold the community’s trust by striving to preserve, protect and grow our resources.
Results: The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is the community foundation for Hartford and 28 surrounding communities. Made possible by the gifts of generous individuals, families and organizations, the Foundation has awarded grants of more than $1 billion since its founding in 1925.
Direct beneficiaries per year: In 2024, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving awarded more than 2,900 grants totaling $54.8 million to nonprofit organizations. The Foundation stewards an endowment of $1.2 billion across more than 1,500 funds.
Programs: Addressing disparities in our region is urgent work. Both leadership and partnership are necessary. To achieve our mission and create a truly vibrant region, we must take significant steps to dismantle structural racism and advance equity in social and economic mobility in Greater Hartford's Black and Latine communities. Our work focuses on five key outcome areas: Thriving Neighborhoods, Employment Opportunities, Basic Human Needs, Arts and Culture, and Civic and Resident Engagement.