Manchester Community Fund Seeks Proposals for Grant Funding

The Manchester Community Fund at the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation, which recently awarded more than $39,000 to local nonprofit groups making a difference throughout Manchester, is once again looking for local projects to support.

For the 2026-2027 grant cycle that began on Sept. 1 and ends on Oct. 13, the Manchester Community Fund is welcoming proposals that will improve or enhance the quality of life of Manchester residents or otherwise contribute to solving a direct need of the community. Individual grant awards range from $250 to $5,000. 

In order to be considered for grant funding, projects must benefit the residents of Manchester in an immediate, concrete way. Any nonprofit registered as a 501(c)(3) organization that serves the residents of Manchester is eligible to apply. Groups of town residents may also prepare an application in partnership with a registered 501(c)(3) or municipality that has agreed to serve as a fiscal sponsor for the proposed project. 

For further details on project guidelines and how to apply, please visit https://greaterhartfordgives.org/community-funds/greater-hartford-gives-manchester-community-fund/

Project applications or grant proposals will be accepted until 11:59 P.M. on October 13, 2026.