We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than writing a blog about our biggest love—the town of Branford! Here are just three of the many things that make Branford so loveable. The history Did you know that Branford is celebrating its 375th birthday this…

We are super excited to announce that we’ve revised our Competitive Grant Application, and it’s ready to be downloaded from our website. Applications are due by March 15th, 2019. Prior to beginning an application, please be sure to carefully review the grant guidelines. To help navigate the process,…

Nearly one in four students (24%) enrolled in the Branford Public School system receive free or reduced price meals. This alarming statistic is one of many reasons why helping the children in our community is important to the Branford Community Foundation. In 2018, we were proud to provide…

As we close another year, the Board and staff of the Branford Community Foundation would like to extend our deepest gratitude to you, our community and our supporters. 2018 has been a year of growth and continued impact, only made possible thanks to you and others like you…

We are thrilled to report that our first ever Shoreline Nonprofit Conference and Awards Celebration was a huge success, attended by no less than 110 nonprofit leaders, volunteers, and staff! The conference, held on November 7, 2018, at Woodwinds in Branford, was a collaboration between the Branford Community…

Once a year, we gather with family and friends for a feast. While turkey and all the trimmings are the main event, giving thanks is the true star of the show. Did you know that the simple act of feeling thankful is one of the healthiest things you…

This summer, the Branford Community Foundation (BCF) was delighted to support Camp Totokett, a week-long camp for at-risk youth held at Killams Point in Branford, with a $6,000 grant. In 2018, Camp Totokett paired 43 kids from New Haven with more than 50 local youth counselors for an…

We’re delighted to present the Branford Community Foundation’s (BCF) newest board members, who support our mission by serving as ambassadors, maintaining BCF’s fiduciary responsibilities and guiding our strategic direction. Board members serve a 3-year term, and are eligible to serve twice. Jennifer Alexander After living in Nashville, TN,…

“Today I do dance class and twirled and twirled…I shy but my teacher say I could dance my dance. She clapped and clapped! I dance colors and songs and now I am a dancing queen. I tell my mommy when I go home!” This 4-year old student is…

There’s nothing more rewarding than helping others. Did you know that performing good deeds is clinically-proven to be good for your health? This is one of the many reasons the Branford Community Foundation is proud to fund a project that helps people give back to their community, and…