Our foundation is a trusted philanthropic leader because of our in-depth knowledge of area needs, decades of experience and longstanding relationships with nonprofit and civic leaders.

Increase Your Charitable Impact

Many area donors who have established or were considering their own private foundations have chosen to affiliate with the Community Foundation to increase their charitable impact in the community, take advantage of our philanthropic expertise and services, and/or reduce some of the burdens and expenses that come with running a private foundation.

We have a reputation for being the hub for meaningful philanthropy covering 42 communities in Eastern Connecticut.

Read more about Our Work and about Why Donors Choose Us.

Keep Your Name & Purpose

There are three ways that private foundations can work with us to improve Eastern Connecticut – all while maintaining their foundation’s original name and charitable purpose.


If you are not sure whether a private foundation is the right option for you, consider establishing a Donor-Advised Fund with our foundation first – before you begin the protracted and expensive process of establishing your own foundation. This will enable you to experience what personal philanthropy is all about before committing to the financial and legal requirements, and long-term maintenance of a private foundation. Read more about Donor-Advised Funds and Why Donors Choose Us.