About Us
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation works closely with local organizations, nonprofits, businesses, government, and philanthropists to address challenges and identify opportunities to create a stronger, more vibrant region. Informed by three decades of partnering with and serving our community, we have awarded more than $400 million in grants to nonprofits in Fairfield County and beyond.
Our Mission
We partner with our community to create a county where every person has an equitable opportunity to thrive.
Our Values
Our work is guided by six core values of equity, inclusivity, collaboration, humility, respect, and courage.
Our People
Our staff and board members have extensive knowledge of philanthropy and deep roots in Fairfield County.
Our Work
We work to advance equity in Fairfield County by focusing on the key areas of youth education and career development, income and asset building, women and girls’ health equity, and housing opportunity. We also foster civic engagement, support local nonprofits, and bring people together to learn and innovate.
Our Grantmaking
In addition to donor-advised grants, the Community Foundation awards its own strategic grants to help local organizations advance equity. With a focus on trust and collaboration, we strive to identify and fund nonprofits and community groups that work closely with people who have been most affected by unfair systems.
Our Financials
As stewards of more than $250 million in philanthropic assets, we understand the importance of investing wisely to amplify donors’ impact. Our investment committee and independent consulting advisors focus on strong and sustainable growth of donors’ assets, with a range of available investment options.
Our History
Since our founding in 1992 through a merger of five local and regional community foundations, we have worked as a philanthropic partner to amplify donors’ impact. Now one of the largest community foundations in Connecticut, we serve all 23 cities and towns across Fairfield County.
Get Involved
Together, we can change the old systems that have left many of our community members behind.
