Connecticut Humanities (CTH) has announced the awarding of $44,920 in quick grants to 13 organizations across the state. These grants aim to support a diverse range of projects focused on civics, ecology, and cultural humanities, reflecting the rich tapestry of Connecticut’s communities.
Key Takeaways
- Total Funding: $44,920 awarded to 13 organizations.
- Focus Areas: Projects include civics, ecology, and cultural humanities.
- Competitive Process: 35 applications were received, totaling over $153,000 in requests.
Overview of Grant Recipients
The following organizations received funding for their innovative projects:
- Central Connecticut State University (New Britain, $4,999)
- Connecticut Democracy Center (Hartford, $4,232)
- The Connecticut Forum (Hartford, $4,220)
- Everyday Democracy (Hartford, $1,000)
- Fairfield Museum and History Center (Fairfield, $4,925)
- Florence Griswold Museum (Old Lyme, $4,999)
- Friends of the Office of State Archaeology (Hartford, $2,000)
- Long Wharf Theatre (New Haven, $1,500)
- National Puerto Rican Diaspora Museum (Hartford, $4,950)
- The New England Carousel Museum (Bristol, $4,481)
- Portland Historical Society (Portland, $2,300)
- The Salisbury Forum (Salisbury, $2,314)
- Southern Connecticut State University Foundation (New Haven, $3,000)
Conclusion
Scott Wands, deputy director of grants and programs at CT Humanities, expressed satisfaction with the support provided to these diverse projects. He emphasized the competitive nature of the grant process and the importance of continued advocacy for funding to support more humanities initiatives in Connecticut. The awarded projects not only enrich the cultural landscape but also foster community engagement and dialogue on pressing societal issues.
Sources
- CT Humanities Awards $44,920 in Quick Grants to 13 Organizations for Project Initiatives — Connecticut by the Numbers, Connecticut by the Numbers.
