Transforming Automotive Education at New Britain High School The automotive industry is rapidly evolving with advancements in technology, including electric vehicles (EVs), advanced diagnostics, and automation. To ensure students acquire the high-demand skills required for lucrative careers in this field, New Britain High School is embarking on a comprehensive upgrade to its auto mechanics shop. [...]
Community Foundation Relocates Foundation Directory Online to New Britain Public Library New Britain, CT, April 1, 2025 – The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is pleased to announce that its Foundation Directory Online resource has moved from its office to the New Britain Public Library. This transition enhances accessibility, making New Britain [...]
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is pleased to announce an opportunity for local residents to come together and make an impact in their community. Now entering its 23rd year, membership for Catalyst 2025 is open. The Catalyst Giving Circle membership offers a chance for citizens to join others in the community, [...]
Katie Smith Memorial Scholarship The Katie Smith Memorial Scholarship was created in memory of Katie Smith, a long-time resident of Windsor. She was a joyful woman who believed in fairness, kindness, and generosity, Katie took the greatest pleasure in including others and helping them achieve their dreams. Katie was married for 29 years to [...]
The Society of St. Jean Baptiste Scholarship and Charitable Fund The Society St. Jean Baptiste, a cornerstone of New Britain's French community since 1901, has embarked on a new chapter. The club, once a vibrant social hub for French men from Maine and Canada who settled in Connecticut, became a pillar of [...]
Community Foundation President to Retire After Forty-Year Nonprofit CareerNew Britain, CT, January 11, 2025- The Board of the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain has announced that David J. Obedzinski, the Foundation’s President and CEO since 2017, will retire effective December 31, 2025. During his tenure the endowment of the Foundation, which is comprised of [...]
Over $350,000 in Scholarships Available at Community Foundation of Greater New Britain New Britain, Conn., January 15, 2025 – Applications for awards totaling over $350,000 in scholarship dollars are now available through funds managed by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain (CFGNB). The deadline for scholarships managed through the Foundation’s online portal [...]
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Announces 2025 Capacity Building Offerings for Non-Profit Organizations NEW BRITAIN, January 9, 2025 — The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain (CFGNB) is excited to announce an expanded series of workshops and resources for nonprofit organizations in 2025. These offerings are designed to support operations, build capacity, and enhance [...]
Celebrating Giving Brewsday: Record Breaking Attendance New Britain, CT – December 3, 2024 – Over 100 community members gathered at Five Churches Brewing in New Britain to celebrate Giving Brewsday, an event held in honor of Giving Tuesday. This special evening featured ten local nonprofits, including the Berlin Equity Action Team (BEAT), Literacy Volunteers of [...]
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Announces the Dolores and Gary Robinson Scholarship Fund New Britain, CT, 2024 – The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain is proud to announce the establishment of the Dolores and Gary Robinson Scholarship Fund, created by Dolores Robinson in honor of her late husband, Gary Robinson, a beloved [...]