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Making a Difference, One Grant at a Time Supporting Theatrical Programs for Our Kids

The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) recently awarded a grant to Tabor Arts Branford! Tabor Arts is a year-round theatrical program for children in 2nd through 8th grade. Last year, over 100 kids participated in Tabor Arts Branford and were involved in a variety of spectacular performances, including those…

Thank you for Celebrating Branford’s 375th Birthday with Us!

Thank you to our wonderful community for celebrating Branford’s 375th Birthday with us last Friday, July 19th, at the Owenego! Despite the dire heat warnings, we estimate that around 1,000 people came to partake in the festivities while also learning about Branford Community Foundation’s (BCF) mission and impact….

Celebrating History by Making History

We made history in early July, when the Legacy Theatre presented the first-ever professional production of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on Branford’s beautiful green! In recognition of Branford’s 375th Anniversary celebration, the BCF had the privilege of underwriting the event, granting $5,000 to help make the production…

Hometown Harmonies is July 19th at the Owenego!

You’re Invited to Branford Community Foundation’s (BCF’s) 2nd annual Hometown Harmonies! It’s a night of fun and community to celebrate Branford’s 375th birthday on Friday, July 19 at the Owenego Beach and Tennis Club, at 40 Linden Point in Branford. Everyone is invited, with a “pay-what-you-can” entree fee….

BCF’s Announces Competitive Grant Awards

The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is thrilled to announce that we have awarded $45,000 to 17 organizations through our annual competitive grant award process. This year’s process saw an increase of 20% in the number of applications. While we wish we could have funded them all, we are…

Save the Date! Hometown Harmonies: A Celebration of Our Community!

To celebrate Branford’s 375th anniversary, we are thrilled to hold our second annual Hometown Harmonies event! Scheduled for Friday, July 19, under the Big Tent at the Owenego, Hometown Harmonies will be a night of entertainment, fellowship, fundraising, and just plain fun to help support the town of…

Tips for a Happy and Healthy Memorial Day (and a Longer Life)!

Our mission at the Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is to improve the quality of life for people in Branford now and for generations to come—and you can’t achieve a high quality of life without your health! Inspired by the long Memorial Day weekend, here are a few “longevity”…

Our Annual Report Is Here!

2018 was a remarkable year, but it wasn’t because of us. To be honest, all the credit belongs to YOU, the amazing people of Branford! YOU are the reason our community is thriving and that BCF is able to increase its donations year after year. From the bottom…

Donate to Win!

You know the saying, “Many hands make light work?” Well, it’s true! And it’s especially true for philanthropic causes. Every helping hand and every penny donated adds up to make a big difference! To celebrate and encourage philanthropy—the desire to promote the welfare of others—hundreds of local nonprofits…

Giving Is Good for You!

Let’s pretend it’s warmer outside…because it’s finally April!!! While the forecast may still include the occasional “wintry mix,” someone got the memo because the birds are chirping and the flowers are blooming. Three cheers for spring! We’re inspired to put some “spring” into your step (pun intended) by…