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Causes: Community Foundations, Philanthropy
Mission: To enrich the quality of life for residents of northwest connecticut by inspiring local philanthropy, convening stakeholders in community welfare, strengthening the regional nonprofits network and fostering collaborative funding partnerships.
Programs: Income and appreciation from investments, based on a total return approach, is distributed in the form of grants and scholarships annually to qualified public charities and students as chosen by the foundation's board of directors. In 2017, grants in the amount of $2,839,900 were awarded and financial assistance in the form of scholarships was provided in the amount of $134,700.