Aligned Giving: Working Together to Create a Stronger Greater Hartford

Aligned giving at Greater Hartford Gives is about connecting your generosity with the community’s greatest opportunities. Whether you create your own fund, use a donor-advised fund, or contribute to Foundation-identifies priority areas, you can help drive progress on issues like education, housing, food security, access to the arts, and more. By supporting proven strategies and critical needs identified by research, your giving is directly linked to what makes our region stronger and more vibrant—for today and for the future.

Together, We’re Putting Philanthropy into Action for a Stronger Greater Hartford

At Greater Hartford Gives, our mission is to create lasting solutions that build vibrant, thriving communities across our region. Guided by a grantmaking philosophy committed to dismantling structural racism and advancing equity, we target our efforts where they are needed most. Our five strategic priorities—shaped by community voices, local data, and a century of experience—reflect the real needs of Greater Hartford’s residents and nonprofits. Join us as we focus on the people and places with the greatest need, and help turn bold ideas and shared values into measurable impact.