2015 Community Report

What’s in a name?

At the Community Foundation, we have marked our forty six year history with extraordinary growth and transformation shaped by the benevolence and dreams of our friends and neighbors and the exemplary stewardship of volunteer community leaders from every corner of the region.

Guiding us in ways we could not have anticipated or imagined, people like you have informed our progress as a center of local philanthropy, creating an organizational identity brimming with resolve and purpose, one that has become the organic embodiment of our philanthropic DNA – by and for the citizens of Northwest Connecticut.

Our identity is by no means random, or accidental. Local citizens want to make a difference with opportunities to create lasting change in our Northwest corner communities. For our part, as aggregators of intellectual, social and community capital and collaborative agents of change for the greater good in Northwest Connecticut, it is our privilege to advance their charitable endeavors.

The Foundation’s record of accomplishment in 2015 – the sum total of innovations, efficiencies and modern business practices we apply to local philanthropy is a source of pride and humility.

The following pages outline some of the new technologies and services we are developing to assist and educate our donors while we simultaneously implement creative strategies to support the needs of our nonprofit community.

Building on a record of over $4 million in grants in 2015 and fund investment returns that led the nation when compared to our community foundation peers, we are looking forward to tomorrow’s challenges with a commitment to performance and a vision of leadership that make us Northwest Connecticut’s Community Foundation, in name, in spirit, and in practice.

Yours truly,

Guy

FUNDS

2015 New Funds

Robert B. and Cheryl Freehill Pauls Fund
This fund supports the arts—visual and performing—and arts education initiatives in Northwest Connecticut and beyond.

Harwinton Library Friends-Stasia Motuzick Endowment Fund
This endowed agency fund supports the charitable mission of the Harwinton Library Friends.

The Institute for American Indian Studies Fund
This endowed designated agency fund supports The Institute for American Indian Studies in its charitable mission to preserve and promote the spirit of the first people.

The Jeff and Diane Johnson Community Enhancement Fund
This donor advised fund primarily supports the charitable, scientific, or educational initiatives in or affecting the people of Goshen.

The Norfolk Foundation Fund
This fund supports the charitable purposes of the Norfolk Foundation, contributing to the sustainability and revitalization of Norfolk in relationship to the area's natural, artistic, and cultural attractions.

The Rivera Family Fund for Arts and Music
Established through a bequest from Torrington resident Mary Elizabeth Rivera, this field of interest fund supports the advancement of the arts and music through scholarships.

The United Nations Association of Connecticut Scholarship Fund
This endowed charitable fund supports a United Nations Association scholarship administered by The United Nations Association.

The Warner Theatre Sustainability Fund
This agency fund supports the efforts of The Warner Theatre toward the development of performing, visual and literary arts through media presentations and local community stage productions; the providing of a venue for local and regional organizations, as well as national touring companies and artists; the providing of educational opportunities to all, and the preservation and maintenance of the historic Warner Theatre building, Nancy Marine Studio Theatre, and the Warner Campus.

Washington Art Association Capital Campaign Fund
This non-endowed pass-through fund supports the capital facility needs of the Washington Art Association.

Washington Garden Club Investment Fund
This agency fund supports the charitable mission of the Washington Garden Club to develop knowledge and a love of gardening among its members and the public, to enhance the natural beauty of the Washington, Connecticut, community through civic plantings, and to promote the conservation of natural resources.

Discretionary Funds

Discretionary Funds are a powerful means through which donors enable effective charitable giving where and when it is most needed. Grants are awarded in the name of the fund to nonprofits chosen through a comprehensive selection process administered by the Community Foundation. Discretionary funds provide enormous impact in addressing current and emerging community needs, creating an unending philanthropic legacy.

Bank of Boston Fund | est. 1998
Created by local executives at the then Bank of Boston, this permanent fund supports the Community Foundation and the communities it serves.

Khurshed Bhumgara Fund | est. 2014
This endowed unrestricted fund was established through a bequest from Khurshed Bhumgara. Mr. Bhumgara retired in 2002 from a successful career in capital and real estate development. He settled in Sharon,Connecticut, where he worked tirelessly to support and steward the nonprofits of the Northwest Corner, including serving as a Community Foundation board member for many years.

Brooks Bank Fund | est. 1970
One of the first to be established at the Community Foundation, this fund was initiated by employees of the Torrington-based Brooks Bank, which subsequently merged with Colonial Bank and Trust Company.

John Brooks Fund | est. 1977
A prominent Torrington banker, Mr. Brooks established this endowment to assist area nonprofit organizations in perpetuity.

Fred and Josephine Bruni Fund | est. 2011
Established by family of the late Fred Bruni, this fund supports charitable scientific and educational initiatives in the Northwest Corner.

Robert Venn Carr, Jr. Fund | est. 1985
Founder of the Litchfield County Insurance and Travel Agency in Torrington, Mr. Carr established this endowed fund as a token of his appreciation and to enhance the quality of life for the people of the community.

Marion Isabell Coe Fund | est. 1998
Grants (made possible by funding from the Bank of America) from this trust fund assist under- resourced residents of Litchfield, Warren, Morris and Goshen, with a preference for Litchfield residents.

Eva M. Coty Fund | est. 1998
This fund was established by bequest to enhance the quality of life for citizens of Litchfield County.

Ruth and Robert Cron Endowment Fund | est. 2007
This fund honors the memory of Ruth E. Cron, supporting nonprofit organizations throughout the Northwest Corner.

Marion Wm. and Alice Edwards Fund | est. 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Edwards, both educators with a long history of civic involvement, were dedicated to learning and devoted to Torrington. This fund was established by a bequest of $2.75 million. It sup- ports the crucial work of nonprofit organizations.

First National Bank of Litchfield Fund | est. 1997
This endowment supports the Community Foundation and the communities it serves in perpetuity.

Fleet General Fund
This endowed unrestricted fund supports the nonprofits of Northwest Connecticut.

Lucia Tuttle Fritz Fund | est. 2008
A lifelong resident of Torrington, Mrs. Fritz estab- lished this unrestricted fund through a bequest.

Carlton D. Fyler and Jenny R. Fyler Fund | est. 1988
Torrington residents Carlton D. Fyler, a chauffeur, and Jenny R. Fyler, an educator, established this endowed fund through their estate planning. The fund continues their lifelong interest in supporting the moral, artistic, intellectual, and physical development of children in their community.

Keroden Endowed Fund | est. 2002
Established anonymously, this unrestricted fund enables the Community Foundation to meet a broad range of evolving community needs.

Northwest Connecticut Philanthropy Fund | est. 2008
An open and flexible community resource, this fund was created as an easy and cost-effective way for the general public to be a part of the local philanthropic experience. The fund provides a platform that helps local citizens realize their charitable goals.

Pierpont Chapter #49 Order of the Eastern Star Fund | est. 2005
This fund was established in memory of Deborah A. Goldthwaite, Past Matron of Pierpont Chapter #49 Order of the Eastern Star.

Edwin M. Stone and Edith H. Stone Fund | est. 1971
Established through the estates of Mr. and Mrs. Stone, this fund supports nonprofit organizations in the Community Foundation’s service area.

Torrington Club Fund | est. 1969
This fund established the original Torrington Area Foundation for Public Giving as a community foundation. The fund continues to support the communities of Northwest Connecticut.

Torrington Savings Bank Fund | est. 1997
Established by the management of the Torrington Savings Bank, this endowed fund supports the Community Foundation and the communities it serves.

Torrington Savings Fund
This endowed unrestricted fund supports the nonprofits of Northwest Connecticut.

Margaret C. Tupper Fund | est. 1993
Established through a bequest in her will, Ms. Tupper’s endowed fund will continue to improve the quality of life for future generations of Northwest Connecticut residents.

Feliciano and Lydia Turri Zaccheo Fund | est. 1999
This endowed fund, which memorializes a well- known Torrington couple, helps to improve the lives of citizens in Northwest Connecticut.

Field of Interest Funds

Field of Interest Funds enable annual grants to address specific issues within communities important to the fundholder. Based on personal philanthropic goals, fundholders determine grant recipient eligibility requirements—such as a geographic area of service or specific community needs, such as arts enrichment, homelessness or the environment—and the Community Foundation annually provides carefully selected grants in the fund’s name that best reflect fundholders’ philanthropic objectives.

1421 Opportunity Fund | est. 2002
This fund was created to assist at-risk teens in Northwest Connecticut.

Roberta Lee August Fund | est. 1998
This fund was established to honor Miss August, a longstanding Community Foundation volunteer. The fund supports programs in the areas of mental illness and literacy.

Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund | est. 2006
Established by Peter Cable of Harwinton in honor of his wife, this fund provides support for human service organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents of the Greater Torrington area.

Caleb J. Camp Trust
Originally established as a trust almost one hundred years ago to honor a prominent Winsted benefactor, this fund assists under-resourced residents of Winsted.

Robert V. Carr Fund | est. 2005
This fund directs much of its support to health and human service organizations, libraries, and to organizations engaged in the promotion of the arts and the beautification of the community.

Critter Fund | est. 2005
Established by the Community Foundation, this endowed fund supports charitable organizations in Northwest Connecticut dedicated to animal welfare. The Critter Fund assists with shelter, rescue and adoption, training, prevention of cruelty, spaying and neutering, elderly companionship, services to the disabled and wildlife preservation.

The Emeritus Fund
Grants from this field of interest fund, which honors past members of the Community Foundation’s Board of Directors for their dedicated service, support the efforts of local nonprofits to enhance their governance.

Friends Helping Children Fund | est. 1999
Torrington residents created this endowed fund to assist children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.

Anson and Caroline Catlin Hungerford Trust Fund | est. 2007
Established by Mr. Newman Hungerford in memory of his parents, this fund assists deserving residents of Harwinton with hospital-related medical expenses.

Kent Cultural Arts and Music Fund | est. 2007
This field of interest fund supports cultural programs within the Kent community with a preference for music-related programs that appeal to a wide audience.

The MacCallum Family Fund for Animal Welfare | est. 2013
This fund provides for emergency medical care for sick, injured and/or neglected animals through emergency grants that support the treatment of animals brought to animal hospitals by good samaritans and animals whose owners are in need of financial assistance for their care. The fund also supports efforts to educate the community about the care of animals.

Louis O. Thibeault Fund for the Advancement of Children’s Education | est. 2009
This fund was established by Mr. Thibeault to advance the education of disadvantaged children by addressing obstacles to learning specifically related to their health, well-being and/or deficits in needed assistive technology. The fund strives to enhance learning by assisting families of limited means with associated expenses.

Donor Advised Funds

Donor Advised Funds are an increasingly popular means for donors to create greater, longer- lasting impact in their charitable giving. A far more cost-effective and tax beneficial alternative to establishing a private foundation, donor advised funds are often established through gifts of stock or other appreciated assets. Fundholders or their designated successors recommend grants to nonprofit organizations of their choice, while the Community Foundation mana of administering the fund and overseeing the prudent investment of the fund’s assets.

Borghesi Family Fund | est. 1999
Created by Allan and Maria Borghesi, this fund helps to improve the quality of life in Northwest Connecticut.

Susan A. Bruso Memorial Fund | est. 2004
Established in memory of Ms. Bruso, a Winsted resident who worked for many years in the technology industry, this fund supports charities in Norfolk and also awards annual scholarships to Botelle Elementary School graduates.

The Buchanan Fund | est. 2009
A gift from the William E. and Josephine B. Buchanan Family Foundation, Inc., established this donor advised fund, which supports area charitable organizations.

The Canaan Foundation Non-Endowed Fund | est. 2006
The Canaan Foundation, a nonprofit organization, established this community-specific fund to enhance the quality of life for residents of Canaan.

Peter G. Cerruto Memorial Fund | est. 2004
Established by family and friends, this fund honors the memory of Mr. Cerruto, a lifelong Torrington resident and a World War II and Normandy Invasion veteran.

Charter Oak Review Fund | est. 2002
This fund was established by Harry Harlow to manage the funds of Charter Oak Review, a nonprofit organization that supports deserving writers.

Susan F. Cogswell Memorial Fund | est. 2010
Established in memory of Ms.Cogswell, a lifelong Torrington resident and former state insurance commissioner known for her commitment to public service, this donor advised fund supports charitable endeavors in Northwest Connecticut.

Draper Foundation Fund | est. 2012
The late Jim and Shirley Draper’s gift of $30 million will forever serve as a testament to their exceptional kindness and generosity. One of the largest single gifts on record to a community foundation in the state of Connecticut, the fund benefits mainly local charitable organizations by making yearly grants to 19 nonprofits named by the Drapers and through annual donor advised grants.

The Echo Valley Foundation Fund | est. 2009
Established anonymously, this donor advised fund supports charitable, scientific and educational initiatives in Northwest Connecticut.

Elson-Slemmer Fund for the Environment | est. 2007
Established by Sandra Elson Slemmer and David Slemmer, this fund is used primarily for charitable, scientific and educational support relating to the protection of the natural environment with a primary focus in Northwest Connecticut.

Robert B. and Cheryl Freehill Pauls Fund | est. 2015
This fund supports the arts—visual and performing—and arts educational initiatives in Northwest Connecticut and beyond.

Friends of New Hartford Fund | est. 2002 Established by longtime New Hartford resident David L. Childs and New Hartford community members, this fund provides grants to charitable organizations in New Hartford.

Jim & Nancy Garfield Fund for the Arts | est. 2002
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Garfield, this fund supports cultural life.

Richard M. Gilman Memorial Fund | est. 2003
Mary Gilman began this fund to carry on the work of her late husband, Richard, whose efforts to help people extended from Torrington to Zimbabwe.

The Wayne M. Gnazzo & Family Fund | est. 2011
A lifelong Torrington resident, Mr. Gnazzo established this donor advised fund to support charitable endeavors in Northwest Connecticut.

Sue Grossman Still River Greenway Fund | est. 1999
Created by the Still River Greenway committees of Torrington and Winsted, this fund supports the construction of a five-mile path for bicycling and walking between towns.

The Jeff and Diane Johnson Community Enhancement Fund | est. 2015
This donor advised fund primarily supports the charitable, scientific, or educational initiatives in or affecting the people of Goshen.

Jeffrey and Susan Lalonde Community Betterment Fund | est. 2005
Established by Mr. and Mrs. Lalonde, this fund supports efforts to improve the quality of life in Litchfield County.

Richard Leone COCC Fund | est. 2004
Mr. Leone, president of Avon-based COCC, established this fund to benefit local charities. Formerly Connecticut Online Computer Center, Inc., COCC is a leading provider of technology for community banks and other financial institutions in the region.

Local Area Fund | est. 2002
Established anonymously, this fund furthers the philanthropic goals of a local donor family.

Miles for Moe Fund | est. 2011
Established by Torrington residents Emil and Colleen Renzullo, this donor advised fund honors the memory of their son by supporting LARC’s camp for children with and without special needs. The camp’s namesake, Emil “Moe” Renzullo, Jr., succumbed to leukemia in 2010 at age 12.

Robert C. Miller and Carol H. Miller Fund | est. 2006
This fund benefits area charitable organizations.

The Cara and Carl Muller Fund for Community Support | est. 2006
The Mullers created this fund to support emerging community needs.

New Hartford Education Fund | est. 2006
Grants from this fund support educationalthe town of New Hartford.

The Molly O’Connell Fund
This fund, established by family of the late Molly O’Connell, supports charitable, scientific, or educational initiatives.

Brian J. O’Neil Memorial Fund | est. 2004
This fund was established in memory of Mr. O’Neil, a native of Winsted, after his untimely death on December 3, 2004, at age 50. The husband of Gail Williams O’Neil, Mr. O’Neil was a respected businessman and graduate of The Gilbert School and Central Connecticut State University.

One Twenty One Fund | est. 2013
This fund supports charitable, scientific and educational initiatives in Northwest Connecticut.

Andrew Pike Memorial Fund | est. 2010
Established by family of the late Andrew Pike, this donor advised fund supports charitable endeavors in Northwest Connecticut.

John A. Ponte Memorial Fund | est. 2010
Established by Mr. Ponte’s friends and family, this fund is named for a popular Torrington businessman.

Rebensacla Fund | est. 2010
Established anonymously, this fund supports charitable initiatives in Northwest Connecticut.

JoAnn Ryan Fund | est. 2003
This fund was established to support various local rities.

Polly and Wesley Strand and James L. Holmes Fund for Programs for Women and Children | est. 2006
Torrington businesswoman Susan Strand established this fund to honor her late parents, Polly and Wesley Strand, and her uncle, James L. Holmes, for their devotion to community service.

The Suter Fund | est. 2010
This fund was established by William P. Suter of Lakeville to assist worthy charitable organizations in Northwest Connecticut.

Seth L. Tracy Memorial Fund for Special Needs | est. 2004
Established by the family of Seth Leo Tracy, this fund honors Seth’s memory with grants to organizations that serve individuals with special needs.

Barbara Oneglia Alvarez Tycienski Fund | est. 1994
This fund was established to support youth organizations within the Community Foundation’s service area.

Weigold Family Fund | est. 2001
This fund awards annual grants to nonprofit organizations that assist children with disabilities or terminal illnesses.

The Women & Girls Fund | est. 1999
Established as a giving circle in 1999 by a small group of women who shared a concern for the real-life needs of local women and girls, the Women & Girls Fund has grown to more than 200 supporters who help women and girls develop skills, attain economic security, and improve their quality of life.

Youth Fund
Established in 2000 through the generosity of the Borghesi family, the Youth Fund supports the Community Foundation’s Youth in Philanthropy program, which serves to perpetuate community leadership by helping young people develop positive connections to their communities. The Youth in Philanthropy program is designed to give young people a platform for expression and innovation that can bring about new and sustainable solutions to community issues. Through their participation in school-based youth in philanthropy councils, students learn lifelong lessons about charitable giving and volunteering. They make annual grant recommendations to the Community Foundation based on their examination of issues impacting youth, in particular, and their community, in general, and also help to raise money for this endowed fund.

DonorCentral: Fund Access at Your Fingertips

DonorCentral empowers you to access your fund balance and statements any time by logging in through the Community Foundation web site. Fund Statements are updated in DonorCentral every quarter. You can also review your fund’s grant history and make grant recommenda- tions as well as make changes to your personal information, such as updating your contact information and grant opportunities preferences.

Designated Funds

Designated Funds are established to provide grants to specified nonprofit organizations in perpetuity. Often created by bequest, these funds ensure a steady stream of annual income to the fundholders’ favorite nonprofit organizations for as long as the nonprofit continues in the effective pursuit of its mission.

Mary H. Coutant Fund for Rising Star Camp | est. 2001
Established in recognition of Mary H. Coutant’s contributions to the community, this endowment supports programs that benefit at-risk children through the Winchester Youth Service Bureau aged 5 to 15 by encouraging healthy choices and goal-setting.

Gillian and Polly Fund | est. 2001
This endowed fund supports Trinity Episcopal Church in Torrington and the Susan B. Anthony Project.

Dr. John S. Glenn Fund for Nurses | est. 2000
Grants from this fund benefit clinical staff at Hungerford Hospital

Holley-Doremus Fund | est. 2010 Established by the late Mary Holley Doremus, of Harwinton, with the remainder of a trust created during her lifetime, this fund provides grants to a variety of area charitable organizations.

Keroden Designated Fund | est. 2002 Established anonymously, this fund provides support for clinical education at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.

Litchfield Community Center Music Fund | est. 2002
Established by the late Dan North, this endowed fund supports danceable music programs held at the Litchfield Community Center.

Agency Funds

Agency Funds are established by nonprofits to support their charitable needs. The Community Foundation handles the management and stewardship of their charitable assets to enable a stable source of revenue for the nonprofit at a low cost. This frees the nonprofit and its board of directors to concentrate on the pursuit of the nonprofit’s charitable mission.

American Legion Post 46 Fund for Goshen Community Care and Hospice, Inc. | est. 2008
Established with donations from the Legion post, this fund supports the work of Goshen Community Care and Hospice.

The Beekley Library Funds | est. 2010
This collection of designated agency funds supports the charitable, scientific and educational purposes of and capital improvements to The Licia and Mason Beekley Community Library and maintenance of the library’s piano and gardens.
The Beekley Library Capital Fund
The Beekley Library Future Building Construction Fund
The Licia Beekley Garden and Winar Piano Fund
The Licia and Mason Beekley Community Library Endowment Fund

The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills
This fund provides complementary therapy programs, such as massage therapy, oncology nutrition, social work services and yoga, and provides financial support for cancer patients in active treatment.

Chore Service Endowment Fund | est. 2009
This designated agency fund supports Chore Service, Inc. in perpetuity, a nonprofit that helps senior and disabled residents of Canaan, Cornwall, Falls Village, Kent, Norfolk, Salisbury and Sharon stay at home safely and independently.

Cornwall Conservation Trust Funds | est. 2005-2009
These funds are used for land acquisition and management with the aim of preserving unspoiled open space for the benefit of the community at large. The Student Grants Fund provides scholarships to Region 1 students who demonstrate a concern for the environment:
Bennett Stewardship Fund
Brokaw Stewardship Fund
Cooley Stewardship Fund
Dodd Stewardship Fund
Endowment Fund
Fox/ Lane Stewardship Fund
General Stewardship Fund
Hare Stewardship Fund
Hart Stewardship Fund
Hofer Stewardship Fund
Ives Stewardship Fund
Operating Fund
Prud'homme Stewardship Fund
Rattlesnake Preserve Stewardship Fund
Reserve Fund
Rogers Stewardship Fund
Selby Stewardship Fund
Student Grants Fund
VanValkenburgh/Burkardt Stewardship Fund
Walker Stewardship Fund

The Cornwall Foundation General Fund | est. 2002
This fund supports The Cornwall Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents of Cornwall.

Cornwall Historical Society Funds
This endowed fund supports the charitable, scientific and educational mission of the Cornwall Historical Society with current income and long- term stability:
Cornwall Historical Society Endowment Fund | est. 2012
Cornwall Historical Society-Norman Dorsen Fund | est. 2014

Cornwall Library Fund | est. 2008
Established through the Edwards Community Endowment Project, this permanent fund contributes to the library’s long-term stability.

Five Points Gallery Fund | est. 2013
This non-endowed fund was established to support the charitable purposes of Five Points Gallery.

Friends of Hospice Funds | est. 2002 and 2007
Multiple agency funds support Friends of Hospice, the foremost provider of services for terminally ill residents of Litchfield, Harwinton and Torrington:
Friends of Hospice Endowment Fund
Friends of Hospice Mildred S. Pascale Fund
Friends of Hospice Rockefeller Fund

Foundation for Norfolk Living, Inc. Fund | est. 2006
This agency pass-through fund supports the charitable purposes of the Foundation for Norfolk Living.

Goshen Community Care and Hospice Fund | est. 2005
Grants from this fund are used to help finance health care in the town of Goshen, especially for the elderly and chronically ill.

Goshen Historical Society Funds
These agency funds support the long-term needs and capital needs of the Goshen Historical Society:
Goshen Historical Society Capital Fund | est. 2011
Goshen Historical Society Endowment Fund | est. 2008

Goshen Public Library Endowment Fund | est. 2006
This fund supports the Goshen Public Library in perpetuity.

Bernice H. Harmon Hospice Fund | est. 2012
This endowed fund provides current income and long-term protection for the operations of the Goshen Community Care and Hospice, Inc.

Harwinton Library Friends Funds
These agency funds support the mission of Harwinton Library Friends as well as charitable scientific or educational initiatives in Harwinton:
Harwinton Library Friends Fund | est. 2012
Harwinton Library Friends-Stasia Motuzick Endowment Fund | est. 2015

Heritage Land Preservation Trust Funds | est. 2008
These funds support the charitable purposes of the Heritage Land Preservation Trust:
Heritage Land Preservation Trust Endowment Fund
Heritage Land Preservation Trust Fund
Heritage Land Preservation Trust Northwoods Fund

Theodore A. Hungerford Memorial Museum Association Endowment Fund | est. 2010
This designated agency fund supports the museum and its mission in perpetuity.

The Institute for American Indian Studies Fund | est. 2015
This endowed designated agency fund supports The Institute for American Indian Studies in its charitable mission to preserve and promote the spirit of the first people.

Litchfield Community Center Reserve Fund | est. 2014
This agency fund supports the operations and capital needs of the Litchfield Community Center and its charitable, social, and educational initiatives.

Litchfield Garden Club Centennial Fund | est. 2013
This agency fund was established to further the Litchfield Garden Club’s charitable mission to educate members and the public in scientific and artistic methods of gardening, stimulate interest in horticulture, encourage and assist in civic beautification, raise environmental awareness, and protect and conserve our national and historic heritage.

The Little Guild Funds
These funds provide for long-term needs and support the charitable efforts of The Little Guild of Saint Francis, provide protection for operations, and support the charitable efforts of the shelter for homeless pets:
The Little Guild Endowment Fund | est. 2011
The Little Guild Operational Fund | est. 2012

The Norfolk Foundation Fund | est. 2015
This fund supports the charitable purposes of the Norfolk Foundation, contributing to the sustainability and revitalization of Norfolk in relationship to the area's natural, artistic, and cultural attractions.

Northwestern CT YMCA Funds | est. 2007
These agency funds provide operational support and perpetuate the charitable purposes of the Northwestern Connecticut YMCA and support the YMCA’s efforts to nurture the development and leadership potential of area children and teens:
Northwestern CT YMCA Fund
Northwestern CT YMCA Designated Project Fund
Northwestern CT YMCA Endowment Fund
Northwestern CT YMCA Youth Leadership Fund

Railroad Museum of New England – Hazel Koch Fund | est. 2005
This fund supports the Railroad Museum of New England in perpetuity.

The River Stewards of Tomorrow Fund | est. 2009
Proceeds from this designated agency endowment support the Housatonic Valley Association’s conservation efforts by educating and training future generations to be stewards of the environment.

Sharon Land Trust Funds | est. 2014
These funds support the protection and preservation of lands with special scenic, natural, environmental, recreational, historic, or agricultural value for the rural atmosphere of the town of Sharon. The Mary Moore Fund provides land stewardship for the nature preserve or sanctuary bequeathed to the Sharon Land Trust by Mary Moore:
Mary Moore Fund
Sharon Land Trust Endowment Fund
Sharon Land Trust Stewardship & Protection Fund

The Sharon Woman's Club Scholarship Fund | est. 2014
This fund furthers the charitable mission of the Sharon Woman’s Club to stimulate and encourage all efforts toward intellectual and social betterment in the home and in the community.

Susan B. Anthony Project Funds | est. 2007
These funds support the Susan B. Anthony Project and its affiliated agencies. The Susan B. Anthony Project promotes safety, healing, and growth for all survivors of domestic and sexual abuse and advocates for the autonomy of women and the end of interpersonal violence:
Susan B. Anthony Project Capital Improvement Reserve Fund
Susan B. Anthony Project Endowment Fund

The Taconic Learning Center Fund | est. 2014
This agency fund supports the charitable mission of the Taconic Learning Center to provide the opportunity and resources for lifelong education and self-development for residents of Northwest Connecticut and adjacent communities in New York and Massachusetts.

Lee Tangarone Memorial Fund for Children's Programs and Collections | est. 2012
This non-endowed fund supports children’s books, materials, and programming at the Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library.

Torrington-Winsted Rotary Fund | est. 2002
The Torrington Rotary established this fund to support its continued service to the community.

Torrington Veteran's Memorial Wall Fund | est. 2013
This Fund supports the maintenance of the Veteran's Memorial Wall located at 140 Main Street, Torrington, as well as the Association's charitable work to honor and memorialize local veterans and educate the public about the role of local veterans throughout history.

United Way Funds
These Funds support the local United Way’s ongoing operations and support agency operations:
United Way of Northwest Connecticut’s “1943 Society” Fund | est. 2005
United Way of Northwest CT Unrestricted Operating Fund | est. 2011

The Warner Theatre Sustainability Fund | est. 2015
This agency fund supports the efforts of The Warner Theatre toward the development of performing, visual, and literary arts through media presentations and local community stage productions; the providing of a venue for local and regional organizations, and national touring companies, and artists; the providing of educational opportunities to all; and the preservation and maintenance of the historical Warner Theatre building, Nancy Marine Studio Theatre and the Warner Campus.

Washington Art Association, Inc. Funds
These agency funds support the charitable purposes of the Washington Art Association:
Washington Art Association, Inc. Endowment Fund | est. 2009
Washington Art Association Capital Campaign Fund | est. 2015

Washington Garden Club Investment Fund | est. 2015
This agency fund supports the charitable mission of the Washington Garden Club to develop knowledge of and a love for gardening among its members and the public, to enhance the natural beauty of the Washington, Connecticut, community through civic plantings, and to promote the conservation of natural resources.

Washington Park Foundation Fund | est. 2014
This fund supports the Washington Park Foundation in its efforts to acquire and maintain property in Washington, Connecticut, in order to establish and maintain a park and cultural center.

Winsted Area Child Care Center Endowment Fund | est. 2012
This fund provides current income and long-term security for the Winsted Area Child Care Center.

Wisdom House Endowment Fund | est. 2004
This endowment provides funding to support the mission of Wisdom House, a center for spiritual growth since 1949.

YMCA Camp Mohawk / Arlene Foulds Memorial Fund | est. 2008
This fund, established in memory of Arlene Foulds, supports the YMCA’s Camp Mohawk for girls.

YMCA Camp Mohawk / Cindy Morse Leadership Development Fund | est. 2006
Proceeds from this fund, established in memory of Cindy Morse and her inspirational leadership as a director and trustee of the camp, support the YMCA’s Camp Mohawk for Girls in perpetuity.

Scholarship and Academic Award Funds

Scholarship and Academic Award Funds are established to support educational purposes. Fundholders can restrict a scholarship fund to students attending a specific educational institution or pursuing specific courses of study. Community Foundation staff work with guidance counselors and coaches to locate eligible students, facilitate the application process and award recipients.

Mary Ellen Adamo Scholarship Fund | est. 2004
Established by the family of Mary Ellen Adamo to honor her memory, this fund provides tuition assistance to female students at Torrington’s Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts.

Russell Anderson, Carmen Brooks Anderson and Henry Vail Brooks Scholarship Fund | est. 2000
This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors from Torrington High School who plan to major in industrial arts, teaching, or nursing. Recipients are chosen based on financial need, academic excellence, character, and citizenship.

Betsy L. Bertoli Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
Recipients of this scholarship are graduates of Torrington High School who plan to pursue a career in accounting or business administration/management.

Mae Casali Bonvicini Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
This scholarship was established to benefit outstanding graduates of Torrington High School with financial need who are pursuing degrees at four-year colleges or technical schools.

Russell F. Bruno Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
This fund provides an annual award to a Torrington High School graduate who has excelled in English and plans to pursue college studies in writing, literature, journalism, or related fields.

Jack and Ruth Calder Scholarship Fund | est. 2002
This scholarship benefits deserving high school graduates from Barkhamsted, Colebrook, Goshen, Hartland, Harwinton, Litchfield, New Hartford, Norfolk, Torrington, or Winsted.

Peter G. Cerruto Memorial Fund | est. 2004
Established by family and friends, this fund honors the memory of Mr. Cerruto, a life-long Torrington resident and a World War II and Normandy Invasion veteran.

Steven A. Chupka Memorial Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
Recipients are graduates of Oliver Wolcott Technical High School who demonstrate financial need, academic merit, and community service. Preference may be given to students with an academic focus in electronics, but students pursuing other fields of study also are eligible to apply.

Tim Considine Memorial Scholarship Fund | est. 2013
Established in honor of beloved community member Tim Considine, this fund provides support to Torrington residents currently enrolled as seniors in a high school or vocational technical school who are seeking admission to an accredited university. Preference is given to students who participate in school and/or organized sports while demonstrating academic achievement and a commitment to organized religion and who display exemplary character through either extracurricular accomplishments or community service.

Dick Cooke Memorial Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
This fund benefits Torrington High School graduates who demonstrate financial need, academic merit, and community service.

Cornwall Conservation Trust Student Grants Fund | est. 2008
The Student Grants Fund provides scholarships to Region 1 students who demonstrate a concern for the environment.

Jeannine and Gerald Coutu Memorial Fund | est. 2008
This fund was established by the three Coutu children in honor of their parents, longtime residents of Canton.

Frances H. Ducci Scholarship Fund | est. 2003
Mrs. Ducci, who was a resident of New Hartford, established this endowed scholarship fund to benefit graduates of a public high school who reside in the Community Foundation’s service area.

Marion Wm. Edwards Scholarship Fund | est. 2000
This scholarship benefits Torrington High School graduates who are continuing in Italian studies.

Charles and Pierina Fossati Scholarship Fund | est. 2009
Established through a bequest by Eleanor Fossati in memory of her parents, this scholarship is awarded to Torrington High School graduates who demonstrate financial need, exemplary character, and academic achievement.

Italian-American Republican Club Scholarship Fund | est. 2000
Recipients are Torrington residents of Italian descent entering their junior or senior year of college who are majoring in political science, government, history, or pre-law.

Diane and Jeff Johnson Scholarship Fund | est. 2009
This scholarship fund benefits Goshen residents based on financial need and extracurricular accomplishments.

Earle R. Julian Scholarship Fund | est. 2005
Established by Elizabeth Julian in memory of her late brother, this scholarship benefits past graduates of St. Anthony School who plan to pursue a career in accounting.

John A. and Ann K. Mettling Scholarship Fund
Established in honor of John and Ann Mettling.

Kenneth K. Mills Scholarship Fund | est. 2006
Per the will of Mr. Mills, this fund provides scholarships to Shepaug Valley Regional High School graduates who will be attending Rutgers University.

Chuck Pataky Memorial Scholarship Fund | est. 2012
This scholarship supports graduating senior(s) at Torrington High School who participate in athletics and demonstrate exceptional character, effort, and determination despite challenging life circumstances.

Michele Farley Pittler Scholarship Fund | est. 2002
This memorial fund provides scholarships to Torrington High School graduates based on financial need, academic merit, and community service.

Friends of John Ponte Memorial Scholarship Fund | est. 2010
Established in tribute to a prominent Torrington businessman and community activist who died unexpectedly in 2004 at age 44, this fund provides scholarship support for graduating high school athletes who exemplify traits possessed by Mr. Ponte, including character, leadership, scholarship, and athletic achievement.

The Rivera Family Fund for Arts and Music | est. 2015
Established through a bequest from Torrington resident Mary Elizabeth Rivera, this fund supports the advancement of the arts and music through scholarships.

Alan Silano Memorial Scholarship Fund | est. 2007
This fund was established in memory of Torrington educator Alan Silano.

Arthur R. Smith Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
This fund was established in memory of a venerable teacher at The South Kent School. Each year, the faculty designates a scholarship recipient who exemplifies traits possessed by Mr. Smith, including intellectual curiosity, moral integrity, and a sense of humor.

Southwest School Scholarship in Memory of Marion Wm. Edwards Fund | est. 2000
Established in memory of Marion Wm. Edwards by his wife, the late Alice Fabro Edwards, this fund makes an annual award to a Torrington High School graduate who also graduated from Southwest Elementary School in Torrington.

Apolonia Stanulis Scholarship Fund | est. 1997
Through a bequest in his will, Vincent J. Stanulis established this endowment to honor his mother. Recipients are residents of the Community Foundation’s service area who are entering any year of undergraduate or graduate school.

Torrington High School Scholarship Funds
This collection of scholarships supports the continuing education of graduates of Torrington High School:
Anthony "Frank" Amicone Memorial Fund
Stephen G. Andre Memorial Scholarship Fund
Regina Tate Balfe Memorial Nursing Fund
Erman Cavagnero Memorial Scholarship Fund
Fred J. Coffin Memorial Scholarship Fund
Shawn Collins Memorial Scholarship Fund
Eva M. Coty Memorial Scholarship Fund
Helen H. Dautrich Scholarship Fund
Cornelius Donahue Memorial Scholarship Fund
Robert G. Doyle Memorial Scholarship Fund
East School PTO Robert Kelly Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth & Santo Fainelli Scholarship Fund
Kathleen T. Finn Memorial Scholarship Fund
Bob and Ray Good Scholarship Fund
Florence Hakalski Scholarship Fund
Michael G. Haschak Scholarship Fund
Robert C. & Margaret G. Lizotte Art Scholarship Fund
Julia McDonnell/Henry Fries Scholarship Fund
Frank “Frankie” J. McGowan, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
James Murphy Memorial Scholarship Fund
Victor Muschell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
North School PTO Scholarship Fund
Piemontese Club Memorial Scholarship Fund
Leonard Rendino Scholarship Fund
Joseph and Bernice Repas Scholarship Fund
Margaret Ringstad Riefe Scholarship Fund
Dr. Shenoi & Family Scholarship Fund
Jeff Stannard Memorial Scholarship Fund
Student Council Scholarship Fund
Nellie J. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship Fund
Mariantonia Tate Memorial Allied Health Scholarship Fund
Mollie and Louis Temkin Valedictory Award Fund
Torrington Lithuanian Mutual Benefit Club Scholarship Fund
Frederick J. Wilcox Sportsmanship Scholarship Fund
Torrington High School Pooled Scholarship Fund
David R. Bennett Scholarship Fund
John Denza Memorial Scholarship Fund
Robert H. Frost Memorial Scholarship Fund
Frank Kalinowski Memorial Scholarship Fund
Robert J. Lariviere, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Nursing/Industrial Arts Scholarship Fund
Cpl. Gerald J. Roberts Art Scholarship Fund

Torrington UNICO Foundation Scholarships | est. 2010
A composite of 14 annual awards named for prominent community leaders and UNICO members, these scholarships assist area youth with the cost of higher education in perpetuity.

Albert C. and Rose Turri Scholarship Fund | est. 2010
Established by the family of the late Albert C. Turri, this scholarship supports area students pursuing postsecondary degrees in the fields of electrical engineering or electronics. The fund honors Mr. Turri’s legacy as founder of Turri Electric Co. in 1946.

United Nations Association of NW Connecticut Scholarship Funds
The UNA scholarship funds support a United Nations Association scholarship administered by The United Nations Association. Scholarships benefit graduates of public high schools in Northwest Connecticut. Recipients demonstrate academic merit, interest in international issues, foreign language proficiency, and a commitment to social betterment.

United Nations Association of NW Connecticut Scholarship for International Cooperation | est. 2009 in memory of Lisl C. Standen

The United Nations Association of Connecticut Scholarship Fund | est. 2015

Westside School Association/Harry Arsego Memorial Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
This scholarship supports students attending the Warner Center for Performing Arts with tuition expenses.

James P. and Mildred Gregg Zucco Scholarship Fund | est. 2001
This scholarship supports graduates of The Gilbert School, Oliver Wolcott Technical High School, and Northwest Regional District 7 High School. Selection is based on financial need, academic merit, and community service.

Charitable Remainder Trusts
Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) provide income for donors and/or their family members for a fixed number of years. Then, the balance is transferred to the Community Foundation to be used toward the donor’s specific charitable interests.

Joshua Girolimon CRT Fund | est. 2010
This fund was established by the family of Joshua Girolimon to support his medical needs during his lifetime. In the future, the Community Foundation will use proceeds from the remainder of the trust to support nonprofits in his honor.

Frank and Vivienne Vanoni CRT Fund | est. 2005
Established by Dr. Vanoni and his late wife, Vivienne, this fund provides income for Dr. Vanoni during his lifetime. In the future, the Community Foundation will use proceeds from the remainder of the trust to support nonprofits in their honor.

Gifts and Grants By Fund

Since 1969, the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation has collaborated with fundholders,
donors, and nonprofit and community leaders to facilitate grant making that is responsive to
community needs and opportunities and thoughtfully and effectively addresses important issues. The Community Foundation provides funding for a variety of programs and services based on the needs and interests of our Northwest Corner.

Community Leadership Fund
Each year, The Community Foundation asks individuals and families within our Northwest Corner to partner with the Community Foundation to support arts and culture, healthcare, education, human services, animal care, and land conservation. The collective charitable gifts provided through the Annual Appeal are vital to support the operating expenses of the Community Foundation.

GIFTS

$5,000-$9,999
Coleen and Brett Hellerman, Elena and Dennis Sherva

$3,000-$4,999
Draper Foundation Fund, Helen and Anthony Scoville, Margaret & Adrian Selby

$1,000-$2,999
Anonymous gifts, Joan and Stephen Altschuler, Bono Family Fund, Susan and Jeffrey Borghesi, Walter & Phyllis Borten Foundation, Hope Childs, Mary Close and Philip V. Oppenheimer, Harriet F. Dickenson Foundation, Daniels Family Foundation, Margaret Ferguson and Daniel Sherr, Anne Sutherland Fuchs, Susan and Jeffrey Lalonde | with a matching gift from Torrington Savings Bank, John D. and Catherine C. McMahon, Barbara and James Millar, Ellen and Sam Felton, Posey Tiffany-Thompson Foundation, Katherine Wenning and Michael Dennis | in honor of Anne Sutherland Fuchs

$500-$999
Brooks, Todd and McNeil, Marlene Childs, Robert Dance, Julia and Jeffrey DeMichiel, Anthea Disney and Peter Howe, Michael Emont and Margo Rappoport Fund, Mary Ellen and Andrea Geisser, Roberta and John E. Janco | with a matching gift from Torrington Savings Bank, Nancy and Dr. Henry Kissinger, Roxana and Ledlie Laughlin, Carol Lugar, Diane and Don Mayland, Judy and Peter Menikoff, Maria Moscarillo, Linda and Doug O'Connell, Roderic Oneglia and Michael Quadland, Isabelle Osborne, Victoria and Fran Patrick | in honor of the DeMichiel and Patrick Families, Rudy and Ronald Rosenstein, Esq., Philip Samponaro, Emily Soell, Alyson and Chilton Thomson, Carol and Louis Timolat

$250-$499
Anonymous gifts, Bernard R. Adams and Edna H. Travis Fund, Judy and David Addazio, Ann and Travers Auburn, Roberta Lee August, Back to Earth, Anita and William Baxter, Thomas Bechtle and Don Bachman, Susan and Bradley Bremer, Sarah and Frank Buonocore | in memory of Charlie Buonocore, Pam and Alan Colavecchio, Hon. Margaret Cooley, Katharine and Rohit Desai, Anne and Edward Dodge, The Field Family Foundation Trust, Founders Insurance Group, Inc., Patricia Gelormino | in memory of Tony and Betty Gelormino, John Green, Kimberly and Jeff Greenberg, Janis and Gary Griffin, John Guenther, Leila and Daniel Javitch, Debby and Barton Jones, Kent Center, LLC, Corky and John Lavieri, Fritz and Lee Link, Sandra Magyar, Dorothy Mather, Robert and Carolyn Mattoon Fund, Judith and Kim Maxwell, Dale McDonald, Gayle Moraski, Susan and Kevin O'Brien, Rita Pacheco, Jennifer Perga and Mike DeClement, Janet and Robert Petricone, Patricia and John W. Pickard, Susan Pinsky and Marc Rosen, Progressive Paving and Construction, Sally and Andrew Quale, Clare and Evan Rashkoff | in honor of Dan Dwyer, William Richard, Nancy and Norman Rogers

Molly and Charles Roraback Fund, Lindsey and Jonathan Rotolo, Patty and Guy Rovezzi, Richard Schlesinger, Mark Shearer Fund, Shinnecock Fund | through David and Cristin Rich, Matthew P. Smyth, Benjamin Stapleton, Judy Staubo, Susan and William Sweetman, Tara and Jonathan Thompson, Sanda and John Ursone, Kathleen and Michael Voldstad, Arete Warren, Jane Whitney, Leone Young, Toby Young

$100-$249
Anonymous gifts, Anonymous gift | in memory of E. Frederick Petersen, Anonymous gift | in memory of Brian O’Neil and in honor of Explorations Charter School, Betty and William Ahrens, Jane and Matthew Allyn, Edward Arum, Marcia and Haworth Barker, Arleen and Thomas Barrett, Ann and Lance Beizer, Esther and David Bennett, Gail and Ricky Berglund, Nancy and Robert Bird, Jr., Rita and David Bishop, Virginia and James Blackketter, Candace and William M. Boden, Joyce Briggs, Elizabeth Borden, Annesa and Richard Borla, Sheila and Arthur Borla, Elizabeth and Martin Brayboy, Bunny Williams Foundation, Regan Byrne-Palmer and Timothy Palmer, Laura Carlson and James V. Dresser, Dona and James Casey, Gladys Cerruto, Frank J. Chiaramonte, Linda and Peter Chidsey, Anne Childs and Charles Collins, Rosanna and James E. Childs, Vincent Cianciolo | in memory of Lawrence J. Cianciolo, Ella Clark, Donna and Gary Colavecchio, Barry and Karen Cone, Dr. Roger Coutant, Peggy and David Cusick, Marian Dar, Barbara Darcey | in memory of William J. Darcey, Jean Darlington and Eduardo Marchena, Lea Davies and Larry Power | in honor of Guy Rovezzi, Donna and James DiMartino | in memory of Khurshed Bhumgara, Maria and Allen Domack, Barbara Douglass, Ph.D., Denise and Ron Dower, Kara Dowling and Hon. Andrew Roraback, William Dunkin | in memory of Marvin Schwartz, Kristina Durr, J. and Barclay Collins, Nicole and Joel Easley, George Elling, James Fabiaschi, Mary Fanette and Veronica Burns, Zoe and Sergei Fedorjaczenko, Lucy Fenn | in memory of Albert H. Fenn, Frank Finch, Esq., Stacey Fitch, Ingely and Malcolm Forbes, Rita and Lawrence Freedman, Evan Friedman, Marlene and David Frigo, Anne Garrels and J. Vinton Lawrence, Marie C. Gervasini, Stephen Getz, Catherine Gevers and John Fernandez, Elisabeth Gill, Sanita Gingras, Helen Trubek Glenn | in memory of John Barrett, MD, Global Network Expert Solutions, LLC, Betsy Goff, Ann Gold, William G. Harding, William B. Hall, Jr. Charitable Fund, Anne Harris and Seth Milliken, Adelaide and William Harris, Joan and Stephen Hennessey, Marjorie and Simon Hewett, Elizabeth Hilpman and Byron Tucker, Satomi and Bradford W. Hoar, Susan Hoffnagle and Mark Michelson, Holley-Doremus Fund, Susie and Gray Horn, Daphne Hurford and Sandy Padwe, Cindy and Michael Italiaander, Michael Jackson, Farida and Ghulam Jilani, Diane and Jeff Johnson, Keith Johnson, Carol and Richard Kalikow, Stacie and Edward Kavle, Doreen and Michael Kelly, Alice and Peter Kent, Peggy and Ted Kelley, Johanna and Anton Kimball, Pamela Kinsey, Cheryl and Tim Kloczko, Eliza Klose, Joan Kunsch, Faye Lawson, Robin and Kevin Ledversis, Barbara and Charles Lemmen, Diane and Mark Libby, Louise Lindenmeyr and Eliot Osborn, Jane and David Lindley, Betsy and Christopher Little, Logan & Mencuccini, LLP, Carol and Edward G. Lord, Anne MacDonald, Caitlin Macy and Jeremy Barnum, Susan MacEachron and Michael Halloran, Doris and David Maitland, Sue Ann and Theodore F. Marolda, Donna and Brian Mattiello, Carolyn and Samuel Mazzarelli, Stephanie and Stephen Mazzarelli, Priscilla and Alan McCord, Brian McCormick, Esq., Madeline McClave and Richard Frieder | in honor of Skip Rogers, Jo and Donald McCurdy, Jacqueline and Philip Miller, Nicholas J. Moore Advised Fund, John Morgan | in memory of Phyllis Morgan, Julia and John Morris, Carroll Murphy and David Geiger, George Nichols, Barbara Niles, Nancy and Godwin Noell | in memory of Charlotte Noell Chapman, Margo and Russell O’Connor, Jr. | in memory of Edward J. and Josephine M. Schmitt, Patricia and James Okrongly, Gail O'Neil | in memory of Brian J. O’Neil, Gloria Oneglia | in memory of Raymond A. Oneglia, Seton and Gerald O’Reilly, Denise and Doug Parker, Susan and Anthony Pasquariello, Sr., Marla and Dirk Patterson, Judith and Roger Pollick, Rose Ponte | in memory of John Ponte, Virginia and Robert Potter, Eleanor and Kenneth Pratt, Erica and Hector Prud'homme, Josephine Radocchio | in memory of Camille Radocchio, Lynn Ray and Dallett Hoopes, Beverly and Norman Reich, Cynthia and John Reznick | in memory of Margharita, Charlotte, and Albert, Billie and Arthur Robbins, Caren and Gordon Ross, Diana and Raymond Roy, Andrea Russo, Barbara and John Rutledge, Rosemarie and William Ryan, Sandy and Dusty Sandmeyer, Edith and Kenneth Schechter, Hugh Schoelzel, Joyce S. Schwartz, Elaine and Robert Sederquist, Peggy and Michael Shanahan, Daniel Shaw, Lisa Lansing Simont and Doc Simont, Sandy and David Slemmer, Elizabeth C. Smith, Marlene and Christopher Smith, Teresa and Allan Smith | in memory of Arthur Cisco, Terina and Michael Smith, Mary Anne and Ronald J. Sok, Stedronsky & D'Andrea, LLC, Linda and Donald Stein, Nancy and Timothy Strini, Joelene and Robert Teittinen, Fr. Robert F. Tucker | in memory of Maureen Shugrue, Christina Hoyt Vanderlip, Village Wine Imports, LLC, Tom Villanova and Chris Moscarillo, Jean Vitalis, Nancy Wadhams, Stacie Weiner, Sharon and John Wheeler, Robin and John Willink, Susannah and Willard Wood

up to $99
Anonymous gifts, Janet and Salvatore Accardo, Judy and John Acerbi, Erin and Matthew Ahrens, Karen and Lew Altfest, Ann Amicone, Gail and Albert Atkinson, Jr., Ronald J. Aubel, Janet and John Baker, Claudette Baril, Yolanda Barrett, Dorothy and John Bazzano, Linda Beech and Tom Schueller, Raymond Belding, Cora and Randall Bell, Linda and Frank Bell, Susan Belle-Isle, Kitty Benedict, Rev. Ernest Bengston, Jr., Rebecca and Edward Bent, Evelyn and Ansis Bergs, Barbara and Robert Bettigole, Linda and William Bianowicz, Jean and Ralph Blackman, Judy and Tom Bordonaro, Bowen Agency, LLC, Ellen Boyd, Virginia and Earl Brecher, Richard Bredice | in memory Sue Bredice, Patricia and Richard Brennan, Rita and Roger Broggi, Debra A. Brown, Esq., William J. Buckley, Jr., Karen and Bruce Burnett, Eileen and Edward Burns, Nancy and John Calhoun, Robert Capitanio, Norma Cartocci, Mary Anne Casey and Richard Weingart, Adrienne Cavarly, Carolyn Childs, Michelle Childs, Elizabeth and Michael Church, Josephine Cisco, Maggie Clarke, Sally and Spencer Coleman, Thomas Colligan, Anne and John Conboy, Cathy and Matt Connole, Janice and Martin Connor, Evelyn Cornelio, Paul Cornell, Jr., Esq., Betty and Christopher Cosgrove, Barbara Creaser, Noel and Mark Croce, Jill and Scott Crossman, Ginny and Edward Davidson, Francis Delaney, Alice Dember, Janet Dember, Denise and Michael Devins, Deirdre DiCara, Carole Dmytryshak, Sue and Frank Dooley, Gretchen and Jerome Doolittle, Deborah and Louis Donne, Marie and Ken Doyon | in memory of JoAnne McCormick, Inge Dunham, Laurie and Dary Dunham | in memory of E. Frederick Petersen, Diane English, Ruth and Ed Epstein, Sally and Howard Estock, Jean and Richard Evangelisti, James Fedorich, Anne and Frederick Fenn | in memory of Raymond T. Fenn, Deborah and Paul Ferry, Kim and Carey Fiertz, Laurie and Thomas Filippini, Leslie and Michael Flowers, Elaine and James Fortuna | in memory of James J. Fortuna, Moses Gabelmann, Norma Galaise, Dianna Galitello, Linda Garrettson, Dolores and Donatantonio Gerardi, Karin Gerstel and Joseph Woodard, Diane Gillman, Mary Gilman, Thomas Gilson, Kathryn and Edward Goodhouse, Amy and Francis P. Gorman, Kathryn and Douglas Green, Barbara Gridley, Cynthia and Robert Hart, Anne Havemeyer and Tom Strumolo, Vicki and Ken Hawkins, Diane and David Hebert, Joyce Hemingson, Nancy and Michael Hodgkins | in memory of Charles “Clocker” Cunningham, Janet and Carl Hooper, Lynn Ray and Dallett Hoopes, Henrietta and Walter Horvay, Marilla Ives, Gail and Jeff Jacobson, Akke Jasmine-deVlas and Dennis Jasmine, Alison and Kerry Jassen, Colleen and Frederick Jeans, Wendy and Wayne Jenkins, Elisabeth Kaestner and Paul DeAngelis, Emily and Christopher King, Susan and Robert E. King, Susan and Randolph Kinkade, Terry and Matthew Klim, Susan Knight, Donna and Michael Koether, Bernadette Krayeski, Patricia Fili-Krushel and Kenneth Krushel, Joan and Gerald Libby, Jack Limpert, Little Brook Engraving, LLC, Kiau and Jo Loi, Ann and Vincent Lovallo, Virginia and William Lovallo, Mary and Richard Loyer, Janet and David Luzi, Carol Magowan, Judy and Roger Mahieu, Lucille Maniago, Rose Marchetti, Patty and Richard Marshall, Priscilla and Robert Marshall, Anita and Ronald Martin, Sandy and Bruce Mason, Anita Mathewson, Millicent Matland, Kerwin Mayers, Nilsa and John Maysa, Carol Ann and Michael Mazaik | in memory of Robert Mazaik, Sharon and Steven McCoy, Mark McEachern, Ann McGurk, Barbara McLane, Barbara McQueen and Roger Behrens, Patricia and Curt Mechare, Berta and Matthew Andrulis Mette | in honor of Bill and Carol Andrulis, Sheila and Paul Moses, Beverly Mosher, Beverly and Bruce Mosher, Kristin and Grant Mudge, Martha Mullins, Victor M. Muschell, LLC, Marion and Victor Muschell, Maryann and Terrence Musselman, Karen and Michael Neag, Karen and Mark Neri, Karen Noble, Joan and Morgan O’Brien, Karen O’Connor, Barbara and James O’Leary, Cynthia Oneglia and Dan Whalen | in memory of Barbara Oneglia Alvarez Tycienski, Barbara and Charles Naugle, Phyllis Nauts and Hendon Chubb, Doreen and Robert Orciari, Julie and Andrew Ossolinski, Barbara and Eric Ottoson, Eva and Raymond Pech, Philip Pepper | in memory of Janice Pepper, Lorraine Petricone, Elizabeth and H. David Potter, Michelle and Joseph Pratt, Caryl and Anthony Pucino, Rosina Rand, Janet and Egidio Recidivi, Marjory Reid, Arlene and Robert Revaz, Dorothy and Roger Robbins | in memory of James and Mildred Zucco, Marlene and John Rouleau | in memory of Rouleau and DeBrot Families, Tillie Roy, Diane and Michael Rybak, Sylvia Saarnijoki, Linda and Herbert Schettler, Karin Schneider and Robert Krzys, Marian G. Schroeder, William W. Shemms | in memory of Jay Marsh, Doris Sibley, Mary Lou and Ellery Sinclair, Nan Skeie, Samuel E. Slaiby, Esq., Anna and Norman Smith, Jr., Aurora Sokolik and Nancy Michna, Lisa and Michael Soliani, Barbara Starr, Mariann and John Stone, Jr., Patricia Strawson | in memory of Timothy F. Considine, Sr., Kathleen and Stephen Stupak, Laura and Steven Sundquist, Rev. Sally Thacher and Nicholas Thacher, Dominic Toce, Lisa and Gerald Traub, Leticia and Harry Tubman, Sandra and Stephen Vaill, Louise and Roy Van Alstyne, Sally Vaun, Valerie Vitalo, Darleene and Fredric Wadhams, Joyce and Charles B. Whiting, Jr., Tracey Wiles, Elaine and Thomas Witherspoon, Margaret Woodin, Amy Wynn and Eli Horowitz, Therese and James Zagryn | in memory of Laurie D. Fischberg, Pamela Zanetto, Sarah F. Zarbock and John Hoffman, Gift of an undisclosed amount: C Perga | in memory of Andy Perga

Roberta Lee August Fund
Gift up to $99
Patty and Guy Rovezzi

Grant
The Gilbert School | $500 in support of the Annual Holiday Book Giveaway to Winchester Elementary Students

Bank of Boston Fund
Grant
Education Connection | $200 in support of the purchase of health-related equipment and supplies to expand the Center for Pediatric Therapy in the newly constructed Maria Seymour Brooker Memorial building (total grant $10,200 with $10,000 from the Lucia Tuttle Fritz Fund)

Khurshed Bhumgara Fund
Gifts
Estate of Khurshed Bhumgara

Borghesi Family Fund
Grant
Har-Bur Middle School | $1,300 in support of the African Dance & Drum Project, a 7th grade cross-curriculum enhancement program during the 2015/2016 school year

Brooks Bank Fund
Grant
Northwest Music Association | $1,000 in support of four Baroque Era chamber music concerts in the summer of 2015

John Brooks Fund
Grant
Cornwall Library Association | $500 sponsorship grant in support of Books and Blooms event

Fred and Josephine Bruni Fund
Gift
Josephine Bruni

Susan A. Bruso Memorial Fund
Awards
Botelle Elementary School graduates: Kendra Link and Xavier Langendoerfer | $50

The Buchanan Fund
Grants
TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse | $5,000 in support of repairs to the Sharon Stage building, In support of the organization and its mission, Bank Street College of Education | $2,000, Crescendo, Inc. | $1,500, United Church of Christ in Cornwall | $11,000

Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund
Grants
Greenwoods Counseling Referrals | $5,300 in support of training and convening a Trauma Recovery Network in Litchfield County to assist survivors and first responders following emergencies and natural disasters (total grant $17,800 with $12,500 from the Keroden Endowed Fund), Harwinton Historical Society | $1,000 in support of five programs that are open to the public

Robert Venn Carr, Jr. Fund
Grants
Beardsley & Memorial Library | $1,700 in support of the building facade restoration project (total grant $2,700 with $1,000 from the Edwin M. Stone and Edith H. Stone Fund), Kent Library Association | $2,300 in support of the purchase of functional window coverings in the library

Robert V. Carr Fund
Grants
Nutmeg Symphony Orchestra | $2,000 in support of an educational children's concert with attendance by Torrington third graders and students from Regional School District #10, Litchfield Hills Elderly Nutrition Program | $700, VNA Northwest, Inc. | $750

Anson and Caroline Catlin Hungerford Trust Fund | est. 2007
Grant
VNA Northwest, Inc. | $2,000 in support of Harwinton residents with hospital-related expenses

Marion Isabell Coe Fund
Grant
Winchester Land Trust, Inc. | $900 in support of trail mapping and signage (total grant $2,900 with $2,000 from the Ruth and Robert Cron Endowment Fund)

Susan F. Cogswell Memorial Fund
Grant
In memory of Susan Fraher Cogswell, City of Torrington | $6,500 in support of the turf committee / safety netting project at Torrington High School

Eva M. Coty Fund
Grants
LARC, Inc. | $2,500 to support scholarships for Camp MOE, Northwest Hills Council of Governments | $5,000 to support an Economic Impact Study of the Naugatuck River Greenway in the towns of Torrington, Litchfield, and Harwinton, Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts | $37,500 in three installments to support the replacement of essential dance flooring

Mary H. Coutant Fund for Rising Star Camp
Gifts
$250-$499
Roberta Lee August | in honor of Mary Coutant’s work with the camp over the years and in honor of Sandra B. Roberts for her continued work with the camp and WYSB and assistance to Roberta, and in honor of Robert Rovezzi for assisting Roberta with storage space, Sandra B. Roberts

Grant
Winchester Youth Service Bureau | $1,600 in support of the organization and its mission

Critter Fund
Gifts
$100-$249
Roberta Lee August | in memory of Katrina and new cat, Ben Anderson; and in memory of Edward J. Murphy and Beverly S. Murphy for their care of Roberta Lee August’s cats for more than 30 years; and in memory of Patty JoAnn August, and all of the Community Foundation’s staff and Board members’ animals, Carol S. Lugar

up to $99
Rita M. Pacheco | in honor of her 70th birthday

Grant
Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities | $1,000 in support of the purchase of a full spectrum lighting system necessary for housing puppies (total grant was $2,000 with $1,000 from the Marion Wm. and Alice Edwards Fund)

Ruth and Robert Cron Endowment Fund
Grants
Northwest Senior Housing Corporation | $5,000 in support of the capital project to purchase and install an automatic standby generator at the Susan M.B. Perry Senior Housing complex in Winsted, Connecticut, Winchester Land Trust | $2,000 in support of trail mapping and signage (total grant $2,900 with $900 from the Marion Isabell Coe Fund)

Draper Foundation Fund
Grants
The American Mural Project | $50,000 in support of Phase 1 of the Raise the Roof capital campaign, Beardsley & Memorial Library | $91,250 in two grants in support of the organization, Camp Jewell YMCA | $5,000 in support of the lakefront expansion project, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration | $17,500 in support of the purchase of One Torch Ultraviolet Light Disinfection Systems for hospital operating and patient rooms, Community Systems, Inc. | $17,000 in support of replacement flooring in the Day Services area, Colebrook Associates | $8,750 in two grants in support of the organization, Colebrook Congregational Church | $18,750 in two grants in support of the organization, Colebrook Historical Society | $5,000 in two grants in support of the organization, Colebrook Preservation Society, Inc. | $10,000 in support of the purchase of 15 replacement windows for the Colebrook Store, Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. | $22,000 in support of the purchase of a security system for the Torrington facility, Cornell University, Cornell Feline Health Center College of Veterinary Medicine | $8,750 in two grants in support of the organization, FISH of Northwestern Connecticut | $5,000 in support of the rebuilding of two porches at the Brooker House facility, FISH of Northwestern Connecticut | $10,000 in support of the organization, Greenwoods Scholarship Foundation, Inc. | $55,000 in two grants in support of the organization, LARC, Inc. | $25,000 in support of the purchase of a vehicle to accommodate LARC’s Social Enrichment program, Last Post Cat Refuge (Vivisection Investigation League) | $110,000 in two grants in support of the organization, Little Guild of Saint Francis | $110,000 in two grants in support of the organization, The McCall Foundation | $30,000 in support of the purchase of a new server, networking of the eight McCall treatment program locations, and a digital phone system, Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation | $3,000 in support of the organization, Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation | $23,000 in three installments in support of a study on food insecurity in Northwest Connecticut, Northwest Connecticut YMCA | $55,000 in two grants in support of the organization, Northwestern Connecticut Community College | $92,500 in two grants in support of the organization, Salvation Army-Estate Admin | $36,250 in two grants in support of the organization, Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club | $3,000 in support of the 79th Annual Torrington-Winsted Pet Parade, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine | $8,750 in two grants in support of the organization, University of Connecticut Foundation, Inc. | $61,250 in two grants in support of the organization, University of Connecticut Foundation, Inc. | $121,250 in two grants in support of scholarships, We Adopt Greyhounds | $36,250 in two grants in support of the organization, Winchester School District | $6,000 in support of the 2015 incoming student program, CHAMPS JumpStart! Kindergarten, Winchester Youth Service Bureau | $23,750 in two grants in support of the organization, Winchester Youth Service Bureau | $8,000 in support of a mentoring program for at-risk youth, including mentor screenings, trainings, and mentor expense reimbursements, Winsted Area Child Care Center | $23,750 in two grants in support of the organization, Winsted Area Child Care Center | $16,000 in support of the purchase of new laptops and classroom furniture, Winsted Area Child Care Center | $11,600 in support of the purchase of new classroom and office furniture, and kitchen equipment, Winsted Family Resource Center | $1,500 in support of the purchase of a SmartTV for the parent leadership program, Parents Seeking Educational Excellence, W. L. Gilbert Trust Corporation | $36,250 in two grants in support of the organization, Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue | $8,750 in two grants in support of the organization, Barkhamsted Senior Center | $200, Batcheller Early Education Center | $800, Center Congregational Church | $800, Church of Christ Congregational Norfolk | $1,000, Colebrook Congregational Church | $500, Community Food Bank | $250, FISH of Northwestern Connecticut | $1,000, Friendly Hands Food Bank | $1,000, Hands of Grace | $1,000, Helping Hands Chore Service | $500, The McCall Foundation | $500, Mental Health Connecticut | $750, Northwest Connecticut YMCA, Childcare | $750 Northwest Connecticut YMCA, Winsted Branch | $800, Operation Overflow | $800 Prime Time House | $1,000, Salvation Army of Torrington | $1,500 Susan B. Anthony Project | $1,000, Torrington Area Youth Service Bureau | $500 The Torrington Soup Kitchen | $2,000, Visiting Nurse Services of Connecticut, Torrington | $750, Winchester Center Congregational Church | $600, Winsted Area Child Care Center | $500, Winsted United Methodist Church | $1,500

The Echo Valley Foundation
Grant
Farmington River Watershed Association | $2,000 in support of the organization and its mission

Marion Wm. and Alice Edwards Fund
Grants
The American Mural Project | $50,000 in two installments as part of a $1 million State of Connecticut challenge grant, in support of the Raise the Roof capital campaign to renovate a building and install the American Mural Project mural
Bethlehem Ambulance Association, Inc. | $5,000 in support of the purchase of The Lucas Chest Compression System to enhance CPR service
Colebrook Preservation Society, Inc. | $2,500 in support of a matching grant to support Phase I renovations and repair of The Colebrook Store (total grant $5,500 with $3,000 from the Edwin M. Stone and Edith H. Stone Fund)
Cornwall Library Association | $2,000 matching grants in support of tuition for the LEAP Program by Danosky & Associates, LLC
Covenant to Care for Children | $3,000 in support of the purchase of household basics (primarily beds and car seats) to prevent children from being removed from their homes and to support family reunification
Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities | $1,000 in support of the purchase of a full spectrum lighting system necessary for housing puppies (total grant was $2,000 with $1,000 from the Critter Fund)
Five Points Gallery | $1,000 matching grant in support of tuition for the LEAP Program by Danosky & Associates, LLC
Five Points Gallery | $4,000 in support of Torrington: Yarn Bombing, a public art project exhibited during the summer of 2016
Friends of the Litchfield Community Greenway, Inc. | $7,500 in support of the completion of the first phase of the Greenway
Great Mountain Forest Corporation | $1,000 matching grant in support of tuition for the LEAP Program by Danosky & Associates, LLC
KidsPlay Children's Museum | $1,000 matching grant in support of tuition for the LEAP Program by Danosky & Associates, LLC
KidsPlay Children's Museum | $15,000 in support of the design and completion of interior spaces in the museum and program supplies for literacy programs
New Hartford Volunteer Ambulance | $1,810 in support of the purchase of a TrueCPR coaching device and manikins for the purpose of enhanced CPR training
Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation | $10,000 in support of the re-branding of the Community Foundation
Northwest Conservation District | $1,000 matching grant in support of tuition for the LEAP Program by Danosky & Associates, LLC
Northwest Connecticut YMCA | $4,000 in support of the enhanced services component of a diabetes prevention program
Sharon Land Trust | $1,000 matching grant in support of tuition for the LEAP Program by Danosky & Associates, LLC
TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse | $4,000 in support of the Youtheatre Scholarship Program
Visiting Nurse Services of Connecticut - Torrington | $5,800 in support of home-based telemonitoring for low-income, underinsured patients who are chronically or terminally ill or at risk for hospital readmission
Winchester School District | $4,550 in support of the purchase of a SmartBoard, three projectors, installation services, and software licenses

Year-end Critical Needs
Bronc Callahan Community Fund, Inc. | $1,000
Canaan Child Care Center, Inc. | $1,000
Catholic Charities, Inc. | $300
Chore Service, Inc. | $500
The Corner Food Pantry | $1,000
Cornwall Social Services | $1,000
Falls Village Emergency Relief/Fuel Fund | $1,000
Falls Village Senior Center | $500
Family & Children's Aid, Inc. | $500
Family Resource Center at Vogel-Wetmore School | $750
First Church of Bethlehem (Fuel Bank) | $1,000
Fishes & Loaves Food Pantry | $1,500

Marion Wm. and Alice Edwards Fund continued
Goshen Community Care & Hospice | $500, Goshen Good Neighbor Fund | $500, Housatonic Youth Service Bureau | $500, Junior Women's Club of Litchfield Hills | $500, Kent Social Services (town of) | $1,000, Litchfield Hills Chore Service | $500, North Canaan Social Services | $500, Northwest Hills Council of Governments (fuel bank) | $1,000, Salisbury Visiting Nurse | $750, Sharon Community Foundation, Inc. | $750, Sharon Day Care Center | $1,000, Warren Social Services (town of) | $700, Washington Community Fund, Inc. | $1,000, Women's Support Services | $700

Elson-Slemmer Fund for the Environment
Gift
Sandy and David Slemmer
Grant
Great Mountain Forest Corporation | $3,000 to support technology upgrades to enhance the weather data program and intern program

The Emeritus Fund
Gifts
$100-$249
Roberta Lee August | in memory of Khurshed Bhumgara and Marvin "Muff" Maskovsky, Carol Lugar, Linda and Doug O'Connell | in honor of Dan Dwyer and Bill Harding, Victoria and Fran Patrick | in honor of Dan Dwyer and Bill Harding
up to $99
William G. Harding | in memory of Khurshed Bhumgara

First National Bank of Litchfield Fund
Grant
Northwest Connecticut Chamber Education Foundation, Inc. | $150 in support of the Seek N’ Find Northwest CT event

Fleet General Fund
Grant
Northwest Connecticut Arts Council | $250 in support of Open Your Eyes Studio Tour 2015

Robert B. and Cheryl Freehill Pauls Fund
Gift
Cheryl and Robert Pauls

Friends of New Hartford Fund
Gifts

$1,000-$2,999
Ellen and David Childs

$250-$499
Ann and Travers Auburn, Nancy and Norman Rogers, Torrington Savings Bank

$100-$249
Jane and Matthew Allyn, Anita and William Baxter, Elaine and James Bourgoin, Elaine and Richard Carmelich, Donna and Gary Colavecchio, Jean Darlington and Eduardo Marchena, Nancy Gibson, Sanita Gingras, William B. Hall, Jr. Charitable Fund, Peter Hawley, Susie and Gray Horn, Amy Hudak, Ralph A. Johnson, Margot and David Krimmel, Timothy Lyman and Alden Smith, New Hartford Garden Club | in honor of David Childs, Caren and Gordon Ross, Andrea and Todd Russo, John Russo, Carolann and Donald F. Streinz, Robin and Richard Weiss, Regina Wexler LLC, Jane Whitney, Virginia and Robert Worrest

up to $99
Carol and Paul Amenta, Asbestos Management Company, LLC, Sally Austin-Fitzpatrick, Anne Bailey, Dr. Jorge F. Baujin and Dr. Carlos Braverman, Donna and Irving Burdick Jr., Constance Cather, Josephine Cisco, Janice Crovo, Robin and Wells Cunningham, Krish Dasgupta, Denise and Michael Devins, Eloise and Richard Farmer, Thomas Field, Keli Gaunt, Patricia and Arnold Goldstein, Kathleen and Michael Grimaud, Vicki and Ken Hawkins, Hollie Hecht

Friends of New Hartford Fund continued
Rebecca Kent, Virginia King, Priscilla and Robert Marshall, Patty and Richard Marshall, Helena Mubarek, Naugatuck Valley Food Distributors, Inc., Patricia and James Okrongly, Barbara and Eric Ottoson, Peggy's Personalized Promos, Winifred Pratt, Alan and Maureen Regner, Rebecca Reslock and Donald Gagliardi, Lynn and William Richmond, Linda and Douglas Roth, David Skora, Betty and Theodore Stoutenberg, Michael E. Tamsin, Robert Tonkin
Grant
West Hill Pond Association | $1,000 in support of cleaning West Hill Lake to reduce algae for the citizens of New Hartford

Lucia Tuttle Fritz Fund
Grant
Education Connection | $10,000 in support of the purchase of health-related equipment and supplies necessary to expand the Center for Pediatric Therapy in the newly constructed Maria Seymour Brooker Memorial building (total grant $10,200 with $200 from the Bank of Boston Fund)

Carlton D. Fyler and Jenny R. Fyler Fund
Grants
After School Arts Program | $5,000 in support of programs for Torrington schools during the 2015/2016 academic year, Canaan Child Care Center, Inc. | $1,200 in support of the purchase of two gazebos to protect children and staff from sun and insects, Housatonic Valley Regional High School | $4,000 in support of a MakerSpace recording studio in the Mahoney-Hewat Science & Technology Center, Junior Achievement of SW New England | $4,000 in support of Junior Achievement financial literacy programming in Torrington for the 2015/2016 academic year, Little Britches Therapeutic Riding | $2,350 in support of therapeutic riding sessions during the summer and fall of 2015, Northwestern Connecticut Community College | $6,600 in support of summer session tuition for the 2015 Foundations High School Youth program, Torrington Police Activities League, Inc. | $20,000 in support of the PAL Scholars Program for the 2015-2016 academic year, Torrington Police Activities League, Inc. | $2,500 in support of summer camp at Camp Layton Rose, YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc. | $2,500 in support of summer 2015 scholarships for children who live in the Community Foundation's 20-town service area

Jim & Nancy Garfield Fund for the Arts
Gifts
$100-$249
Ann and Sandy Mazeau
up to $99
in honor of Jim Garfield's 75th birthday, Roberta Lee August, Sandra Roberts, JoAnn Ryan
Grants
In support of the organization and its mission
The American Mural Project | $1,000, KidsPlay Children's Museum | $250, Warner Theatre | $250

Gillian and Polly Fund
Grant
Trinity Episcopal Church | $350 in support of the organization and its mission

Richard M. Gilman Memorial Fund
Gift
$100-$249
Sally Bergad

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Dr. John S. Glenn Fund for Nurses
Gift
$250-$499
Helen T. Glenn
Grant
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration | $1,500 in support of the education of nurses

Holley-Doremus Fund
Grants
In support of the organization and its mission
Community Mental Health Associates | $180, Harwinton Historical Society | $180, Harwinton Land Trust | $180, Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation | $180, Susan B. Anthony Project | $360, Torrington Historical Society | $360, United Way of Northwest Connecticut, Inc. | $360

The Jeff and Diane Johnson Community Enhancement Fund
Gift
Diane and Jeff Johnson

Kent Cultural Arts & Music Fund
Grant
Housatonic Musical Theatre Society | $1,500 in support of a sound system for the Housatonic Valley Regional High School

Keroden Designated Fund
Grant
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital | $12,250 in support of the organization and its mission

Keroden Endowed Fund
Grant
Greenwoods Counseling Referrals | $12,500 in support of training and convening a Trauma Recovery Network in Litchfield County to assist survivors and first responders following emergencies and natural disasters (total grant $17,800 with $5,300 from the Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund)

Jeffrey and Susan Lalonde Community Betterment Fund
Gifts
$250-$499
Anonymous donations | in honor of Jeffrey Lalonde’s retirement from Torrington Savings Bank
Grants
In support of the organization and its mission
Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills | $300, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration | $300, FISH of Northwestern Connecticut | $500, Goshen Community Care & Hospice | $250, Goshen Good Neighbor Fund | $250, The Goshen Players, Inc. | $250, Goshen Volunteer Fire Co., Inc. | $100, KidsPlay Children's Museum | $250, The Torrington Library | $300, Warner Theatre | $500, Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center | $250

Richard Leone COCC Fund
Gifts
$1,000-$2,999
Connecticut On-Line Computer Center, Richard Leone
Grant
Autism Families of Connecticut | $550 in support of the organization and its mission, in honor of Carol Smith and Liam Jewell

Litchfield Community Center Music Fund
Grants
Litchfield Community Center, Inc. | $5,775 in support of music events: Youth & Teen Programs, Wickham Consort, 80's Dance, Mozart Effect, Survivor's Swing Band, Loft Youth Concert, Friday Feast & Dance, and Cabaret Night Fundraiser
Litchfield Community Center, Inc. | $4,535 in support of music events: Youth & Teen Programs, Dukes Men of Yale Concert, Harvest Bounty Wine & Brew Fest, Friday Feast & Dancing, and the Singles Social Music Program
Litchfield Community Center, Inc. | $2,825 in support of music events: Youth & Teen Programs, Red Hot Chili Slam & Banks Jam, Boscarino Serenade, Friday Feast & Dancing Feet, and Irish Music & Coffee House

Local Area Fund
Gifts
Anonymous gifts
Grants
Norfolk Chamber Music Festival (Yale University) | $25,000 in support of the 2015 Summer Festival, The Norfolk Library | $100,000 in support of the 2015 capital improvements campaign, including general building restoration; roof replacement, and remediation of water infiltration

The MacCallum Family Fund for Animal Welfare | est. 2013
Gifts
$500-$999
Sand Road Animal Hospital
$250-$499
Northwest Community Bank, Aurora and Leonel Ramos | in memory of Chelz and Little Molly
$100-$249
Frederick Machuga
up to $99
Nicole and Joel Easley | in memory of Woobie, Mary Pasteris, In honor of Shirley MacCallum's birthday, Alixandra Borgert, Deborah Borgert, Rebekah Borgert, Tara McEwan, Gayle Moraski, Beth, Jason and Madison Pajak, Patty and Guy Rovezzi

Miles for Moe Fund
Gifts
$3,000-$4,999
Harvest Fest 5k/Silent Auction proceeds
$1,000-$2,999
Alcoa Foundation Employees | through the Alcoa Foundation Employee Engagement Fund of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Maureen Hannon and Randall Patterson
$500-$999
Steve Coombe Commissioning, Inc., Linnea and James Mescall, Esq., Carole and Raymond Neag, Andrew Pace, Gregory Susla, Torrington Savings Bank, Vet‘s Explosives, Inc.
$250-$499
Maria and Allan Borghesi, Michael A. Carbone Building Contractor, Inc., D.A.N.C.E. by Kristin, Greater Hartford Community Foundation, Inc. | from Travelers Championship golf tournament, Joel A Markowski MD FAAP, O&G Industries, Inc., Theroux, Nowell & Stoughton, LLC
$100-$249
All Star Storage-Torrington, LLC, Automatic Load Cover, Alfred Bonvicini, Bowen Agency, LLC, Elinor and Gerard Carbone, Matthew Carbone, Collins Technical Services Company, Amy and Joseph Cracco, The Cut Above, Howd Lavieri & Finch, Lizanne and Bruce Janssen, Cheryl and Tim Kloczko, The Litchfield Bancorp, Mark Malloy, Northwest Hills Credit Union, Dr. Matthew N. Pagano, Rose Ponte, Anthony L. Renzullo, Sterling Sintered Technologies, Inc., Torringford School, Torrington Raider Football, Inc., Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club, Robin and Richard Weiss
up to $99
Janet and Donald Aeschlimann, Philip Alexander, Asbestos Management Company, LLC, Mary and Otto Barker, Mary and Jeffrey Batterton, Patricia Bayette, Janet and Raymond Binette, James Cammilletti, Carmela and Gerard Carbone, Gladys Cerruto, Jonathan Chew, Jean and Robert Collins, Drs. Coutant, Sederquist, Nebor, and Clauss, Carol Deane, Barbara and Paul Denza, Barbara Dobos, Donna and Francis DuCotey, Robert F. Dwyer, Esq., John Fabbri

Dr. John S. Glenn Fund for Nurses
Gift
$250-$499
Helen T. Glenn
Grant
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration | $1,500 in support of the education of nurses

Holley-Doremus Fund
Grants
In support of the organization and its mission
Community Mental Health Associates | $180, Harwinton Historical Society | $180, Harwinton Land Trust | $180, Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation | $180, Susan B. Anthony Project | $360, Torrington Historical Society | $360, United Way of Northwest Connecticut, Inc. | $360

The Jeff and Diane Johnson Community Enhancement Fund
Gift
Diane and Jeff Johnson

Kent Cultural Arts & Music Fund
Grant
Housatonic Musical Theatre Society | $1,500 in support of a sound system for the Housatonic Valley Regional High School

Keroden Designated Fund
Grant
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital | $12,250 in support of the organization and its mission

Keroden Endowed Fund
Grant
Greenwoods Counseling Referrals | $12,500 in support of training and convening a Trauma Recovery Network in Litchfield County to assist survivors and first responders following emergencies and natural disasters (total grant $17,800 with $5,300 from the Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund)

Jeffrey and Susan Lalonde Community Betterment Fund
Gifts

$250-$499
Anonymous donations | in honor of Jeffrey Lalonde’s retirement from Torrington Savings Bank
Grants
In support of the organization and its mission
Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills | $300, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration | $300, FISH of Northwestern Connecticut | $500, Goshen Community Care & Hospice | $250, Goshen Good Neighbor Fund | $250, The Goshen Players, Inc. | $250, Goshen Volunteer Fire Co., Inc. | $100, KidsPlay Children's Museum | $250, The Torrington Library | $300, Warner Theatre | $500, Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center | $250

Richard Leone COCC Fund
Gifts

$1,000-$2,999
Connecticut On-Line Computer Center, Richard Leone

Grant
Autism Families of Connecticut | $550 in support of the organization and its mission, in honor of Carol Smith and Liam Jewell

Litchfield Community Center Music Fund
Grants
Litchfield Community Center, Inc. | $5,775 in support of music events: Youth & Teen Programs, Wickham Consort, 80's Dance, Mozart Effect, Survivor's Swing Band, Loft Youth Concert, Friday Feast & Dance, and Cabaret Night Fundraiser
Litchfield Community Center, Inc. | $4,535 in support of music events: Youth & Teen Programs, Dukes Men of Yale Concert, Harvest Bounty Wine & Brew Fest, Friday Feast & Dancing, and the Singles Social Music Program
Litchfield Community Center, Inc. | $2,825 in support of music events: Youth & Teen Programs, Red Hot Chili Slam & Banks Jam, Boscarino Serenade, Friday Feast & Dancing Feet, and Irish Music & Coffee House

Local Area Fund

Gifts
Anonymous gifts

Grants
Norfolk Chamber Music Festival (Yale University) | $25,000 in support of the 2015 Summer Festival, The Norfolk Library | $100,000 in support of the 2015 capital improvements campaign, including general building restoration; roof replacement, and remediation of water infiltration

The MacCallum Family Fund for Animal Welfare | est. 2013
Gifts

$500-$999
Sand Road Animal Hospital

$250-$499
Northwest Community Bank, Aurora and Leonel Ramos | in memory of Chelz and Little Molly

$100-$249
Frederick Machuga

up to $99
Nicole and Joel Easley | in memory of Woobie, Mary Pasteris, In honor of Shirley MacCallum's birthday, Alixandra Borgert, Deborah Borgert, Rebekah Borgert, Tara McEwan, Gayle Moraski, Beth, Jason and Madison Pajak, Patty and Guy Rovezzi

Miles for Moe Fund
Gifts

$3,000-$4,999
Harvest Fest 5k/Silent Auction proceeds

$1,000-$2,999
Alcoa Foundation Employees | through the Alcoa Foundation Employee Engagement Fund of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Maureen Hannon and Randall Patterson

$500-$999
Steve Coombe Commissioning, Inc., Linnea and James Mescall, Esq., Carole and Raymond Neag, Andrew Pace, Gregory Susla, Torrington Savings Bank, Vet‘s Explosives, Inc.

$250-$499
Maria and Allan Borghesi, Michael A. Carbone Building Contractor, Inc., D.A.N.C.E. by Kristin, Greater Hartford Community Foundation, Inc. | from Travelers Championship golf tournament, Joel A Markowski MD FAAP, O&G Industries, Inc., Theroux, Nowell & Stoughton, LLC

$100-$249
All Star Storage-Torrington, LLC, Automatic Load Cover, Alfred Bonvicini, Bowen Agency, LLC, Elinor and Gerard Carbone, Matthew Carbone, Collins Technical Services Company, Amy and Joseph Cracco, The Cut Above, Howd Lavieri & Finch, Lizanne and Bruce Janssen, Cheryl and Tim Kloczko, The Litchfield Bancorp, Mark Malloy, Northwest Hills Credit Union, Dr. Matthew N. Pagano, Rose Ponte, Anthony L. Renzullo, Sterling Sintered Technologies, Inc., Torringford School, Torrington Raider Football, Inc., Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club, Robin and Richard Weiss

up to $99
Janet and Donald Aeschlimann, Philip Alexander, Asbestos Management Company, LLC, Mary and Otto Barker, Mary and Jeffrey Batterton, Patricia Bayette, Janet and Raymond Binette, James Cammilletti, Carmela and Gerard Carbone, Gladys Cerruto, Jonathan Chew, Jean and Robert Collins, Drs. Coutant, Sederquist, Nebor, and Clauss, Carol Deane, Barbara and Paul Denza, Barbara Dobos, Donna and Francis DuCotey, Robert F. Dwyer, Esq., John Fabbri

Friends of New Hartford Fund continued
Mary Grinvalsky, Mary Jane and Richard Gryniuk, Diane and David Hebert, Irene Hricko, Gregory S. Jones, Esq., King, King & Associates, Linda and Robert Lundberg, Patty and Richard Marshall, Byrthe and Robert McCormick, Mary and Theodore Miasek, Joseph Mitchell, Modern Barber Shop, Juli S. Nein, John Newkirk, North Torrington Veterinary Hospital, Gail and Charles Olsen, Jane and Frank Pennington, Jeanne and Gregory Picklesimer, Mary Ann Poinelli, Prudential Premier Homes, Terri and Fred Reichen, David Renzullo, Gail J. Renzullo, Laurie Sablak, Patricia Seymour, Lisa and Michael Soliani, Valeria Strand, Patricia Strawson, Paul W. Summers, Esq., Cathleen Todor, Torrington Municipal and Teachers Federal Credit Union, Torrington Sash and Door, Union Savings Bank, Helen Villazon, Lee Ann Ward, Patty and Nick Zabbara

Grants
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration | $1,000 to buy toys for children having a procedure at the hospital, in memory of Emil “Moe” Renzullo, Jr., LARC, Inc. | $15,000 to support camperships and camp needs, in memory of Emil “Moe” Renzullo, Jr., Torrington Middle School | $1,000 to purchase equipment, and uniforms, for all sports teams at the middle school, in memory of Emil “Moe” Renzullo, Jr., Torrington Raider Football, Inc. | $430 in two grants in support of the purchase of trophies for the Torrington High football dinner and awards

Robert C. Miller and Carol H. Miller Fund
Grants
Naval Aviation Museum Foundation | $200 in support of the organization and its mission, Oliver Wolcott Library, Inc. | $900 in support of the Carol H. Miller Memorial Books program

The Cara and Carl Muller Fund for Community Support
Gifts
$1,000-$2,999
Carl's True Value | 14 gifts in memory of Mildred “Mimi” Bauce, Anne P. Buckley, Helen Cisco, Donna Dilullo, Norman Dubreuil, Alexander Jacovino, Frances Lamanna, William F. Meyer Sr., David Muller, Charles H. Schmidt III, Chris Swanson, and Nathaniel J. Upton, and in honor of Vincent Stephani

New Hartford Education Fund
Grants
New Hartford PTO | $100 in support of the Strengthening Language Through Literacy program, New Hartford PTO | $250 in support of the Dyslexia Simulation program, New Hartford PTO | $250 in support of the Connecting the Primary School Community program, New Hartford PTO | $500 in support of the STEM with Programmable Robots program, New Hartford PTO | $500 in support of An American Revolution – A Musical program, New Hartford PTO | $500 in support of the Home School Connection program, New Hartford PTO | $500 in support of the Mindfulness in Our Schools program, New Hartford PTO | $500 in support of the Cooking in the Preschool program, New Hartford Public Schools | $400 in support of the Multi-sensory Phonics Enrichment Project – Phase Two, New Hartford Public Schools | $600 in support of the “Bridges Over Time” program

Northwest Connecticut Philanthropy Fund
Gifts

$1,000-$2,999
Barron Financial Group | in honor of Barron Financial Group clients, Connecticut Main Street Center, Inc | in support of the NWCT Regional Planning Collaborative 2014 Preservation of Place, Poker Run event proceeds | in honor of George Mazzaferro

$500-$999
Maria and David Mazzarelli

$250-$499
Standard Valuation Services | in honor of George Mazzaferro

$100-$249
Blastech, Inc. | in honor of George Mazzaferro, Randy Dwenger and Steven Callahan | in support of the Housatonic Valley Youth Service Bureau, Donna Marconi | in memory of Rita Pacheco, Mary Lou Serafini | in memory of Rita Pacheco

up to $99
Richard Carlson | in memory of Rita Pacheco, C&R Concrete, LLC | in honor of George Mazzaferro, Janis LaPorta | in memory of Joseph Ruwet, Carole and Joseph Manning | in memory of Rita Pacheco, Frances and Robert Mazzaferro | in honor of George Mazzaferro, Virginia Napiello | in honor of George Mazzaferro

Grants
Community Kitchen of Torrington | $100 for the purchase of food from George and Elizabeth Foeller in memory of Henry O. Foeller, Hope and Love Option, Inc | $1,000 in support of the organization and its mission. This grant was made possible by a donation from Bono Family Fund, Housatonic Valley Youth Service Bureau | $100 in support of the organization and its mission, New Opportunities Inc. | $1,500 in support of the Secure Jobs Innovative Project with a focus on Torrington, Northwest Hills Council of Governments-Regional Planning Collaborative | $1,000 in support of Preservation of Place program, YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc. | $750 in support of camperships for Camp Mohawk from the proceeds of the Southside Cafe's George Mazzaferro Memorial Poker Run, Northwest Connecticut YMCA | $750 in support of camperships for Camp WaWa Segowea from the proceeds of the Southside Cafe's George Mazzaferro Memorial Poker Run, Paws for Purple Hearts | $25,274.01 in support of the employment of animal behaviorists, who will work with the dogs and veterans to help make the dogs more useful for their ultimate partners. This grant was made possible by a donation from Dale and Quentin R. Ryan.

The Molly O’Connell Fund
Gift
up to $99
William G. Harding, Patty and Guy Rovezzi

Brian J. O’Neil Memorial Fund
Gifts

$500-$999
Sandy and David Dolinsky

$100-$249
Eleanor P. Gunn

up to $99
Terry and Todd Hall, William G. Harding

Pierpont Chapter #49 Order of the Eastern Star Fund
Grant
Northwest Connecticut Arts Council | $250 sponsorship grant in support of 2015 CultureMax Awards

Andrew Pike Memorial Fund
Gift
up to $99
Hope Hutchinson

Rebensacla Fund
Gifts

$1,000-$1,500
Anonymous gifts

Grants
Trinity Lime Rock Episcopal Church | $450 in support of the organization and its mission

The Rivera Family Fund for Arts and Music
Gift
The Estate of Mary Rivera

Edwin M. Stone and Edith H. Stone Fund
Grants
Beardsley & Memorial Library | $1,000 in support of the building facade restoration project (total grant $2,700 with $1,700 from the Robert Venn Carr, Jr. Fund), Colebrook Preservation Society, Inc. | $3,000 matching grant in support of Phase I renovations and repair of The Colebrook Store (total grant $5,500 with $2,500 from the Marion Wm. and Alice Edwards Fund), Housatonic Youth Service Bureau | $30,000 matching grant in two installments in support of HYSB’s capital campaign goal

Polly and Wesley Strand and James L. Holmes Fund for Programs for Women and Children
Grant
Columbia University School of Nursing | $2,000 in support of the Collaborative Clinical Project: Saving Mothers in Bangladesh: Prevention and Management of Emergencies in Rural Settings program

The Suter Fund
Grant
TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse | $215 in support of the organization and its mission

Torrington Club Fund
Grant
Oliver Wolcott Library, Inc. | $1,000 sponsorship grant to support the 2015 Festival of Trees

Torrington Savings Bank Fund
Grant
Chore Service, Inc. | $250 in support of the Chore Service Garden Party

Seth L. Tracy Memorial Fund for Special Needs
Grants
Autism Speaks | $300 in support of the organization and its mission, W. L. Gilbert Trust Corporation | $300 in support of the Student Emergency Fund

Margaret C. Tupper Fund
Grant
Civic Life Project | $4,000 in support of a workshop and the distribution of democracy curriculum to 17 high schools

Barbara Oneglia Alvarez Tycienski Fund
Gift
$500-$999
Cathy and Gregory Oneglia | in memory of Barbara Oneglia Alvarez Tycienski

The Francis J. & Louisa J. Oneglia Foundation
Grant
After School Arts Program | $1,000 in support of the 2015 Waterbury Symphony Performance

The Women & Girls Fund
Gifts

$1,000-$2,999
Barbara Dughi, Tillotson Alexis deTocqueville Society of the United Way of Greater New Haven, Northwest Connecticut YMCA | Proceeds from Stronger Women 5k, Nancy Wadhams

$500-$999
Anthea Disney and Peter Howe, Theresa Formaggioni, Dwight Kellogg, Cathy and Gregory Oneglia

$250-$499
Carol and Tom Barron | in memory of Gail Ruwet Svendsen, Julia and Jeffrey DeMichiel, Claire and Robert Dombi, Anna and J. Richard Heys, Carol Lugar, Barbara and James Millar, Rita Pacheco | in honor of Susan Carroll, Terrence Ryan, M.D. and Elizabeth Whalen, M.D., Judy Staubo, Carole St. Mark, Lesa and Thomas Vanotti | with a matching gift from Torrington Savings Bank

$100-$249
Anonymous gifts, Actex Publications, Joan Altschuler | in memory of Mary Richardone and Joan Perssonatti, Judi Armstrong, Ann and Travers Auburn, Roberta Lee August, Tina Bernacki, JoAnn and Harry Briggs, Joyce Briggs, Hope S. Childs, Hon. Margaret Cooley, Tania DiCostanzo, Ebbs Consulting, LLC, Lynn and John Fulkerson, Marie C. Gervasini | in memory of Hedy Landi, Carol and Michael Gould, Betsy and Bill Goff, Martha Green and Alan Cohen, Farida and Ghulam Jilani, Stacie and Edward Kavle, John M. Kelley | in honor of Judi Armstrong, Barbara Kohn, Diana Larocco and James Davis, Corky and John Lavieri, Cheryl and Carl Lindquist, Eileen and Peter Litwin, Lorraine and Louis Lubus, Kerwin Mayers, Mary Jane Mazzarelli, Jacqueline and Philip Miller, Kathryn and Frederick Minck, Marion and Victor Muschell | in honor of Donna Mattiello and Brooke Joiner, Nancy Novogrod Charitable Gifts Fund, Susan and Kevin O'Brien, Victoria Patrick, Jennifer Paul, Janet and Robert Petricone, Faith Poliquin, Lynn Ray and Dallett Hoopes, Molly and Charles Roraback, Katharine and Walter Thompson, Sanda and John Ursone, Jean Vitalis, Jane Whitney, Hon. Roberta Willis, Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center, Sandra Zielinski

up to $99
Anonymous gifts, Betsy and Mickey Alderman, Berta and Matthew Andrulis Mette, Roberta Lee August | in memory of Genevieve S. Dubreuil, Carolyn Bradley Perry Dukenski, Margaret "Peggy" Astor Drayton Reventlow, Louise C. Sienkiewicz, Frances Manning Bunnell, and Irma Lesser, Cynthia Barrett, Renee Betar, Ann Bowen, Casey Bail Bonds, Inc., Rosemarie and Byron Brooks, Frank J. Chiaramonte, Gladys Cerruto | in memory of Kym Magyar, Jean Colleoni, Cathy Lynne and William Coyle, Ginny and Edward Davidson, Carole Dmytryshak, Elizabeth and John Donovan, Barbara Douglas | in honor of the work of the Community Foundation, Sue Doyle, Nicole and Joel Easley, Mindi Englart | in honor of all the amazing women in Mindi’s life, Ruth and Ed Epstein, Ingely Forbes, Jeanne Fusco, Peggy and Jeffrey Geddes | in honor of Lesa Vanotti with a matching gift from Torrington Savings Bank, Joan and Charles Gill, Nancy and Dennis Gottfried, Lynn Gray, Heather Gromko, William G. Harding | in memory of Ruth O'Neil, Barbara Herbst | in honor of Judi Armstrong, Jill and George Hetson, Christine and Eugene Horrigan, Ruthann and Paul Horvay, Susan and Randolph Kinkade, Elayne and Alan Landau, Nina LeMay, Donna Marconi | in honor of Rita Pacheco, Tarrie and Steven Marhefsky | in memory of Theresa Ziter, Katherine Marchand-Beyer, Eileen and Erich Marriott, Barbara McCleary, Eileen and Daniel J. McKay, MaryAnne McNeil, Judith and George Motel, Ruth Ursone Napoleone, Joan and Morgan O’Brien, Barbara and James O’Leary, Ruthann Olsson, Cynthia Oneglia | in memory of Raymond Oneglia, Lorraine Petricone, Ann and W. Schuyler Post, Josephine Radocchio, Susan Pollock, Lori Riiska, CPA, Ellen and William Savoia, Susan and Martin Schnurr, Marilyn and Alfred Shull, Martha Soliday, Barbara Spiegel and Thomas Hodgkin, Barbara Stone, Rachel Tway-Grant and Junior English, Marie Wallace, Helen M. Woodford, Margaret Woodin

Grants
EXTRAS | $1,500 in support of scholarships for after school and summer programs to support working mothers, Winsted Area Child Care Center | $1,500 in support of scholarships for working mothers to enroll their children in the Summer Sensations/Before and After School Education (BASE) Program, Winsted Family Resource Center | $750 in support of a capital goods/equipment grant to purchase diaper vouchers for the home visits program

Youth Advisory Committee Fund
Gifts
up to $99
Youth in Philanthropy fundraising

Youth Fund
Gift
$100-$249
Judy Staubo
Grants
Livingston Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy | $2,000 in two grants in support of transforming two existing aviaries into close encounters exhibits, The McCall Foundation | $1,500 in support of ten presentations about healthy teen lifestyle choices (in collaboration with the existing health curriculum at Housatonic Valley Regional High School)

Feliciano and Lydia Turri Zaccheo Fund
Grant
Literacy Volunteers on the Green | $2,600 in support of training tutors who will serve ten towns in the Northwest Corner.

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Streamlined Grants Process

Nonprofits can now apply for cycle grants and Women & Girls Fund grants online. A new online grants application system enables nonprofits to establish a Nonprofit Profile with the Community Foundation to save basic information, such as organization mission, description of current programs and accomplishments, service areas, and people served. The online grant application is streamlined by grant amount and type. Applicants can save their applications and return to them as many times as needed until the deadline. Nonprofits can choose to share their Nonprofit Profile in the online Nonprofit Searchable Database.

SCHOLARSHIP AND ACADEMIC AWARD FUNDS

Mary Ellen Adamo Scholarship Fund
Gifts

$500-$999
Michele and Stephen Prifogle | in memory of Mary Ellen Adamo

$100-$249
Roberta Lee August

Russell Anderson, Carmen Brooks Anderson and Henry Vail Brooks Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipients
Deisy Campoverde, Ariel Delgado, Emily Etchegary, Shelby Howe, Paulina Koloda, Nicholas LaMothe, Marissa Morris, Spencer Mourges, Olivia Roberge, Payton Welch

Betsy L. Bertoli Scholarship Fund
Gifts
$100-$249
Christine and John Koplas
Scholarship Recipient
Alyssa Sebastian

Khurshed Bhumgara Fund
Gift
Estate of Khurshed Bhumgara
Scholarship Recipients
Mia Barbieri, Katherine Bossone, Kevin Brown, Phillip Demetri, Laurie Denenholtz, Jessica Fretto, Courtney Hoxie, Ryan Jasensky, Brynn Kallstrom, Timothy Kodz, Benjamin Kwalick, Kyle Leary, Jessica Mailloux, Grace McKenna, Gabriell Nelson, Nick Sparks, Dana Tompkins, Richard D. Traub, Carissa Tuozzo, Amelia Zucco

Mae Casali Bonvicini Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipients
Emily Etchegary, Marissa Morris, Jada Pontier

Jack and Ruth Calder Scholarship Fund
Gifts

$1,000-$2,499
Charles Calder, Jr.

$100-$249
Penelope and Clement Sidlosky
Scholarship Recipient
Elizabeth Colby

Peter G. Cerruto Memorial Fund
Gifts

$100-$249
Joan and Stephen Altschuler | in memory of Peter Cerruto, Judy Staubo

up to $99
William G. Harding, Jannette Stevens | in memory of Peter Cerruto
Award Recipient
Brian R. Young

Steven A. Chupka Memorial Scholarship Fund
Gift
$100-$249
Geraldine V. Zimmerman | in memory of Paul J. Zimmerman
Scholarship Recipient
Megan Ross

Tim Considine Memorial Scholarship Fund
Gifts

$5,000-$9,999
Tee It Up for T. Cons proceeds

$500-$999
Connecticut Distributors, Inc., Brothers In Law Golf League | in memory of Thomas Pollock

$100-$249
Capitan Cleaning, Barbara and Paul Denza | in memory of Timothy Considine, Sr., Ann Marie and Steven Lancor | in memory of Thomas Pollock, Alexander Family, Marie and Vincent Farricielli, Franklin Products Engineering Dept., Jean Marie and John Griffey, Kurt and Pinky Johnson, Joan Kirwin, Samantha and Ivan Lendl, Renee and Steven Marcus, Victoria and Fran Patrick, Terina and Michael Smith, Jane and Thomas Vannini

up to $99
Fedor Family | in memory of Tim Considine and in honor of Cheryl, Timmy, and Brian Considine | in memory of Thomas Pollock, Beverly and Michael Amodeo, Susan and Robert Begey, Thomas Caputi, Alice Jacob, Lisabeth Milewski, Cheryl and Scott Mills, Doris Sibley

Tim Considine Memorial Scholarship Fund continued
Paul W. Summers, Esq., George Szigeti, Carol Tucker
Scholarship Recipients
Marissa Morris, Jack Wassik

Dick Cooke Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Jack Wassik

Cornwall Conservation Trust Student Grants Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Brian Saccardi

Frances H. Ducci Scholarship Fund
Gifts

$1,000-$2,999
Paul Dinto, Elaine and Paul Dinto

up to $99
Bonnie Simon
Scholarship Recipients
Jeymi Aguero, Shelby Macchi, Alondra Medina, Shea Reynolds

Marion Wm. Edwards Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Ernest Tremper

Charles and Pierina Fossati Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Nick Canino

Italian-American Republican Club Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Maggie R. Finn

Diane and Jeff Johnson Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipients
Mackenzie Ives, Andrew Shepherd

John A. and Ann K. Mettling Scholarship Fund
Gifts

$500-$999
JoAnne Ryan
Scholarship Recipient
Jessica Bardwell

Chuck Pataky Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Rudy Santiago

Michele Farley Pittler Scholarship Fund
Gifts
up to $99
Lynn and Dan Farley, Sr. | in honor of Dave and Janice Capolupo’s 25th wedding anniversary
Scholarship Recipients
Shelby Howe, Payton Welch

Friends of John Ponte Memorial Scholarship Fund
Gifts
up to $99
Marilyn Plaskiewicz | in honor of the John Ponte family
Scholarship Recipients
Benjamin Bonvicini, Wesley Coughlin, Patrick Kilmartin Jr., Kristin Sullivan

Arthur R. Smith Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipients
Bryce Britton Mann, South Kent School

Southwest School Scholarship in Memory of Marion Wm. Edwards Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Anna Zamkovsky

Apolonia Stanulis Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipients
Roger Aiudi, Emma Avery, Jessica Bielefield, Brady Blische, Katherine Bossone, Hayley Canfield, Joseph Canino, Mitchell Canty, Elizabeth Colby, Logan Connor, Ashley Cruz, Alexa Curtiss, Corey DeSanti, Bailey Fischer, Travis Fitch

Apolonia Stanulis Scholarship Fund continued
Scholarship Recipients
Angus Gracey, Shelby Howe, Taylor Howe, Britta Kallstorm, Colleen Koslosky, Hayley Koslowski, Ashleigh Kulesza, Kenneth Lautz, Quinton Lautz, Reina Lee, Maria Lovetere, Evangeline Marecki, Savannah Martin, Molly Mercier, Eve Mergenthaler, Sheridan Miller, Dale Osterman, Kimberley Pepper, Jada Pontier, Patrick Purdy, Kayla Ronzani, Kasey Roscello, Ellery Rourk, Devin Ruot, Sophia Sabella, Alyssa Sebastian, William Stansfield, Shannon Tuozzo, Taylor Yurgalevicz, Matthew Waldron, Makenzie Welch, Morgan Wigglesworth, Melissa Woodruff, Anna Zamkovsky, Chelsea Zenk, Kayla Zenk, Morgan Zenk

Torrington High School Scholarship Funds
Anthony "Frank" Amicone Memorial Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Rudy Santiago

Stephen G. Andre Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Maria Lovetere

Regina Tate Balfe Memorial Nursing Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Ashley Cruz

David R. Bennett Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Alyssa Sebastian

Erman Cavagnero Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Ernest Tremper

Fred J. Coffin Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Jack Wassik

Shawn Collins Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Emmy Fedor

Eva M. Coty Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Kendra Covington

Helen H. Dautrich Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Carlee Lemieux

Robert G. Doyle Memorial Scholarship Fund
Gifts
$500-$999
Kim and Dan Albanese, Marcia Doyle
$100-$249
Mary Ellen and Ronald Peasley
Scholarship Recipient
Courtney Dell'Agnese

East School PTO Robert Kelly Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Ethan Barbieri

Elizabeth & Santo Fainelli Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Gabrielle Cianciolo

Kathleen T. Finn Memorial Scholarship Fund
Gifts
$100-$249
Dr. Alfred J. Finn
Scholarship Recipient
Ashleigh Kulesza

Florence Hakalski Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Alyssa Picard

Michael G. Haschak Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Luke Calabrese

Robert C. & Margaret G. Lizotte Art Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Anna Zamkovsky

Julia McDonnell/Henry Fries Scholarship Fund
Gifts
up to $99
Hope Hutchinson
Scholarship Recipient
Paige Middleton

Frank "Frankie" J. McGowan, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Kassi Perusse

James Murphy Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Joseph Canino

Victor Muschell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Amanda Teti

North School PTO Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Hayley Canfield

Piemontese Club Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Marissa Parks

Leonard Rendino Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Nick Sparks

Joseph and Bernice Repas Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Taylor Howe

Margaret Ringstad Riefe Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Kasey Roscello

Dr. Shenoi & Family Scholarship
Scholarship Recipient
Ernest Tremper

Jeff Stannard Memorial Scholarship Fund
Gifts
$500-$999
Darlene and Lucian Stannard

Student Council Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Kassi Perusse

Nellie J. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Ernest Tremper

Mariantonia Tate Memorial Allied Health Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Shea Reynolds

Mollie and Louis Temkin Valedictory Award Fund
Award Recipient
Ernest Tremper

Frederick J. Wilcox Sportsmanship Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipient
Nick Canino

Torrington UNICO Foundation Scholarships
Gifts

$500-$999
Annamarie Corrolo

$250-$499
Judith P. Lynch, Janet and Robert Petricone, Stephen Petricone | in memory of Joseph Petricone, Sr.

$100-$249
in memory of Joseph Petricone, Sr. Annesa and Richard Borla, Elizabeth and Stephen Browne, Corinne and Dino Casali, Mary Cianciolo, Community Health & Wellness Center of Greater Torrington, Marilyn and Edward Cramer, Mary and George English, E. Keith Harvill, Debra and Rick Fasciano, Forman School Health Center nurses, Joseph Gelormino | with a Torrington Savings Bank match, Sarah and Jeremy Jackson, Helen LaPorta, Litchfield County Pediatrics, LLC, Judith and Peter Lynch, John J. Lynch Jr., Janet and Robert Petricone, Robert R ybczyk, Eileen and Christopher Smedick, Mary Ellen Spiegel and Mitchell S. Fishman, Gayle and Steven Temkin, Torrington Savings Bank, Rita and James Zeller

up to $99
Barbara and Alexander Stetynski Jr. | in memory of Anne Petricone | in memory of Joseph Petricone, Sr., Anthony’s House of Elegance: Patricia Boccio, Roberta Lee August, Joe Barbieri, Paulette Bronzi, Connecticut Pharmacists Association, Linda and Louis Corey, Patty and Jack Creighton, Janice Crovo, Susan Cunningham, Sheila and Joseph Curran, Jeanne and William Danaher | with a matching gift from Torrington Savings Bank, Louise Mary DeCicco, June and Robert DeMichiel, Rita-Clare and Robert Doyle, Marilyn Doyle and Thomas Doyle, Marlene and David Frigo, Cynthia and Francis Gelzinis, Ann Gensch, Darlene and Daniel Gerardi, Marlene Hartnett

Torrington UNICO Foundation Scholarships continued
Scholarship Recipients
Michaelanne Albreada, Evan Bosio | Northwest Connecticut Arts Council | Abata Scholarship Award, Megan Calabrese, Timothy Considine, Jr., Johanna Craig, Sarah Dennis, Emmy Fedor, Maggie R. Finn, Abigail Fisher | Brian Piccolo Memorial Award, Thomas Killackey, Paulina Koloda, Stefanie Lamy, Jessica Mailloux, Evangeline Marecki, Marissa Morris, Tatiana Prevalla, Casper Ryan, Caroline Teti, Richard D. Traub

Albert C. and Rose Turri Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipients
Gregory Alex, Michael Murphy, Kassi Perusse, Jonathan Simonin, Charles You

United Nations Association of NW Connecticut Scholarship for International Cooperation
Scholarship Recipients
Elizabeth Colby, Evangeline Marecki

The United Nations Association of Connecticut Scholarship Fund
Agency Contribution
United Nations Association of Connecticut | $40,375

James P. and Mildred Gregg Zucco Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Recipients
Griffin Berlstein, Courtney Carrozzo, Henry Jordan-Reilly, Phoebe Jordan-Reilly, Meghan Kane, Brianna Little, Emma Thomas, Mary Traub, Melissa Traub, Taylor Zuccaro

AGENCY FUND CONTRIBUTIONS, GIFTS AND DISBURSEMENTS

The Beekley Library Future Building Construction Fund
Agency Disbursement
The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library | $14,500

The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library Endowment Fund
Agency Contribution
The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library | $500

The Licia Beekley Garden and Winar Piano Fund
Agency Disbursement
The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library | $2,000

The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills
During 2015, more than 260 individuals and organizations donated more than $171,653, most in memory of loved ones. For a complete list of gifts, please contact The Center for Cancer Care, P.O. Box 1801, Litchfield, CT 06759.

Chore Service Endowment Fund
Gift
$1,000-$2,999
Adelaide and William R. Harris

Cornwall Conservation Trust Operating Fund
Agency Disbursement
Cornwall Conservation Trust | $14,550

Cornwall Conservation Trust Reserve Fund
Agency Disbursement
Cornwall Conservation Trust | $22,850

Cornwall Conservation Trust Student Grants Fund
Agency Disbursement
Cornwall Conservation Trust | $4,250 scholarship awards

Cornwall Historical Society Endowment Fund
Gift
$500-$999
Kurt Leopold

Cornwall Library Fund
Agency Disbursement
Cornwall Library Association | $10,000

Foundation for Norfolk Living, Inc. Fund
Gift
Leila Javitch

Friends of Hospice Endowment Fund
Gift
Estate of Margaret D. Reventlow
Agency Disbursements
Friends of Hospice | $20,000

Goshen Historical Society Capital Fund
Agency Disbursement
Goshen Historical Society | $10,000

Harwinton Library Friends-Stasia Motuzick Endowment Fund
Gifts in honor of Stasia Motuzick

$100-$249
Ann and Thomas Bott

up to $99
Jerry and Bette Geci, Katherine O'Brien
Agency Contributions
Harwinton Library Friends | $15,000
Harwinton Library Friends | $145 in honor of Stasia Motuzick

The Institute for American Indian Studies Fund
Agency Contribution
Institute for American Indian Studies | $1,352,836

Litchfield Garden Club Centennial Fund
Agency Contributions
Litchfield Garden Club | $1,725

The Little Guild Operational Fund
Agency Disbursements
The Little Guild of St. Francis | $565,000

Mary Moore Fund
Agency Disbursement
Sharon Land Trust | $10,000

The Norfolk Foundation Fund
Gifts
$1,000-$2,999
Molly Ackerly

Northwestern CT YMCA Fund
Agency Contributions
Northwestern CT YMCA | $20,888.76
Agency Disbursements
Northwestern CT YMCA | $225,317

The River Stewards of Tomorrow Fund
Agency Contributions
Housatonic Valley Association | $1,500
Agency Disbursement
Housatonic Valley Association | $4,800

Sharon Land Trust Endowment Fund
Agency Contributions
Sharon Land Trust | $163,000

Susan B. Anthony Project Endowment Fund
Agency Contributions
Susan B. Anthony Project | $131,838.09

Lee Tangarone Memorial Fund for Children's Programs and Collections
Gift
$100-$249
William B. Hall Jr. Charitable Fund

Torrington-Winsted Rotary Fund
Gifts

$100-$249
Roberta Lee August, Carl’s True Value | in honor of the births of Leyla Joy Muller and Cole Warren Barber

up to $99
Cynthia Oneglia and Dan Whalen
Agency Contributions
Torrington-Winsted Rotary | $266 matching deposit of Carl’s True Value and Cynthia Oneglia and Dan Whalen, Torrington-Winsted Rotary | $50 through a donation from Carl’s True Value in memory of Sharon Gallichio Clark with a Rotary match

Washington Art Association, Inc. Endowment Fund
Agency Disbursement
Washington Art Association | $60,000

Washington Art Association Capital Campaign Fund
Gifts
$5,000-$9,999
Mary Adams, Elizabeth MacDonald, Barbara and Peter Talbot
Agency Contributions
Washington Art Association | $21,350

Washington Garden Club Investment Fund
Agency Contributions
Washington Garden Club | $10,000

Washington Park Foundation Fund
Gift
$1,000-$2,999
Michael Howard
Agency Disbursement
Washington Park Foundation | $1,126.14

Winsted Area Child Care Center Endowment Fund
Agency Contributions
Winsted Area Child Care Center | $15,000

YMCA Camp Mohawk / Arlene Foulds Memorial Fund
Gift
up to $99
Hope Hutchinson

YMCA Camp Mohawk / Cindy Morse Leadership Development Fund
Gift
up to $99
Hope Hutchinson

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Research Nonprofits

You can research nonprofits by name, service category and/or service location through the Nonprofit Searchable Database. The Database is updated by nonprofits as part of a streamlined online grant application. Nonprofit staff can update their profile any time, including mission, current programs and accomplishments, service areas and people served. Agency fundholders can accept donations to their funds directly through their Nonprofit Profile.

Supporting Organizations

Supporting Organizations are similar to private foundations in that they operate with a separate board of directors with grant-making responsibilities, but because they operate under the “umbrella” of the Community Foundation, they operate more efficiently and with the benefits of a public charity. Directors enjoy a high amount of involvement in their philanthropy while benefiting from the Community Foundation’s grant and investment expertise and administrative support.

Foundation For Community Health
Foundation for Community Health supports organizations that work to maintain and improve the physical and mental health of residents* served by Sharon Hospital and organizations that provide community healthcare services within those areas.
*Canaan, Cornwall, Cornwall Bridge, Warren, East Canaan, Falls Village, Goshen, Kent, Lakeville, Lime Rock, Norfolk, Salisbury, Sharon, South Kent, Taconic, West Cornwall in Connecticut, as well as the New York communities of Amenia, Ancram, Ancramdale, Copake, Copake Falls, Dover Plains, Millbrook, Millerton, Pine Plains, Stanfordville, Wassaic and Wingdale.

John T. and Jane A. Wiederhold Foundation
The John T. and Jane A. Wiederhold Foundation was created by an Indenture Trust for the purpose of protecting and improving the welfare of animals of all kinds, with a focus on cats and dogs, the promotion of veterinary programs, and the protection of wildlife, including endangered species, flora and fauna.

Grants

Alliance for Contraception in Cats & Dogs | $130,000 in five installments in support of a study to advance a vaccine toward regulatory approval, which would be the first long-term contraceptive for female cats

ASPCA New York | $79,000 in support of the purchase of a transport vehicle and vehicle operating expenses for three years for the ASPCA Spay Neuter Operations (SNO) team

Audubon Sharon | $86,600 in support of the transformation of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

Bideawee | $75,000 in support of the purchase of a 26' mobile adoption vehicle and for the operating expenses for one year of the comprehensive mobile adoption program

Connecticut Humane Society | $5,000 in support of critical upgrades to the exam room lighting in the Fox Memorial Clinic at the Newington headquarters

Explorations Charter School | $3,500 in support of the purchase of equipment and materials to perform water quality and stream health evaluation

Goshen Land Trust | $100,000 in support of completing the $765,000 purchase of the

127.31 acre Putney Acquisition Trust Property (also known as Mountain View)

Litchfield Hills Conservancy, Inc. | $150,000 in support of the five-year habitat restoration plan for Winchester Lake, funding up to 50 percent of the cost to prepare and execute a plan for sedimentation mitigation and removal

Livingston Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy | $150,000 in four installments in support of improvements in the aviaries and breeding facilities by enhancing the availability of water and medical equipment, critical for the birds' care

Steep Rock Association, Inc. | $18,500 in support of Phase One of the Jones Bird Walk Trail and Meadow Conversion project

University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine | $150,000 in support of the purchase and maintenance of a mobile unit for the Shelter Animal Medicine unit

University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine | $150,000 in three installments in support of the Veterinary Clinical Investigations Center research to develop a cartilage-grading system for dogs facing surgery for osteoarthritis

University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine | $75,000 in three installments in support of a study to develop a Feline Brief Pain Inventory

Wamogo Regional High School | $2,600 in support of the study of the effects of nonpoint source pollution runoff in Connecticut and its impact on the local freshwater ecosystems

Corporate Partnerships

Corporate Partnerships are customized corporate giving programs that align with the values and culture of individual companies. The right giving plan improves employee morale, builds brand visibility and recognition, fosters customer loyalty, and maximizes the impact of your company’s giving and its return in tax benefits. Corporate giving plans often include donor advised grant-making funds, match employee contributions, and offer contributions as part of employee-reward programs.

Cotiviti
Cotiviti of Atlanta, Ga. with offices in Connecticut is a leading payment accuracy provider that helps healthcare payers and retailers achieve their business objectives by unlocking value from the incongruities it discovers in complex interactions with stakeholders.

Gifts and Grants

Cotiviti donated 150 refurbished Lenovo laptop computers with travel cord sets and 40 desktop computers valued at more than $76,000 to the Community Foundation.

In 2015, the computers were distributed to nonprofits throughout the Northwest Corner, including: FISH of Northwest Connecticut

Housatonic Youth Service Bureau KidsPlay Children’s Museum

Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Rivers Alliance of Connecticut

Winsted Family Resource Center

YMCA Camp Mohawk

Unmatched Investment Performance
In addition to benchmarking the performance against market-driven indices, The Community Foundation compares its performance against its community foundation peers nationally. From initial date of participation in the council on foundations national survey, Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation consistently has ranked among the top of its peer group of $50 million – $99 million Community Foundations. In 2015, Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation outperformed every community foundation surveyed in our peer group.

WE ARE

• Committed to the public good
• Respectful of the worth and dignity of individuals
• Dedicated to inclusiveness and social justice
• Respectful of pluralism and diversity
• Committed to the responsible stewardship of resources
• Transparent, honest and accountable to the public, our donors, and our fundholders

Executive Committee
Douglas O’Connell | Board Chairperson
Gayle Moraski | Vice-Chairperson
Alyson Thomson | 2nd Vice-Chairperson
Vickie Patrick | Treasurer
Christopher Wall | Secretary
Robert Petricone | Member-at-Large
Tom Bechtle | Ex Officio

Development Committee
Alyson Thomson | Chairperson
Ann Auburn
Anita Baxter
Tom Bechtle
Jeffrey Lalonde
Donald Mayland
Vickie Patrick
Ron Rosenstein

Communications and Public Relations Committee
Miki Duisterhof | Chairperson
Tom Bechtle
Alan Colavecchio
Anne Sutherland Fuchs
Robert Rovezzi
Christopher Wall

Grants and Program Committee
Robert Petricone | Chairperson
Jim Blackketter
Carol Lugar
Jan Rathbun
Helen Scoville
Lisa Simont
Christopher Wall

Nominating Committee
Gayle Moraski | Chairperson
Dan Dwyer
Vicki Patrick
Alyson Thomson
Bill Harding
Robert Rovezzi
Cynthia Oneglia

Governance Committee
Skip Rogers | Chairperson
Roberta Lee August
Betsy Goff
Brian McCormick
Douglas O’Connell

Audit Committee
Gayle Moraski | Chairperson
Jeffrey Lalonde

Investment Committee
James Thibault | Chairperson
Robert Geiger
Peter Menikoff
Barbara Millar
Keith Mullins
Marsha Sterling
Stacie Weiner

Scholarship Committee
Pamela Alvarez
Roberta Lee August
Bradley Bennett
David Bennett
Susan Bremer
Frank Buonocore, Jr.
David Carroll
Jay Cohen
Doreen Deary
Heather Dinneen
Dennis Dressel
Sandy Dressel
Joel Easley
Nicole Easley
Malcolm Forbes
Joe Friscia
Leslie Friscia
Jim Garfield
Betsy Goff
Doug Haddock
Lorraine Haddock
William Harding
Bradford Hoar
Eli Horowitz
Elayne Landau
Mary Loyer
Michael Lynch
Gayle Moraski
Maureen Nikora
Ed Noonan
Mary Pat Noonan
Joan O'Brien
Morgan O'Brien
Roderic Oneglia
Lisa O’Neil
Joe Pathe
Guy Rovezzi
Patty Rovezzi
Robert Rovezzi
Christina Tranquillo
Marie Wallace
Dan Whalen

Emeritus Society
Former Community Foundation Directors
James Allen, Ann Auburn, Roberta Lee August, Allan Borghesi, Khurshed Bhumgara (deceased), Alan Colavecchio, Robert Cron, Charles Ebersol, Sr. (deceased), Charles Ebersol, Jr., Charles Hathaway (deceased), Ann Hubbard, John Janco, Donald Lewis (deceased), Carol Lugar, Marvin “Muff” Maskovsky (deceased), Brian McCormick, Allen Nixon, Robert O’Connor (deceased), Roberta Ohotnicky (deceased), Cynthia Oneglia, Francis Oneglia (deceased), Frank Pascale, William Petricone (deceased), Rose Ponte, Jan Rathbun, Mary Lou Robinson, Margaret Roraback, Robert Rovezzi, JoAnn Ryan, George Strogatz (deceased), Alan Temkin, Edward Thompson (deceased), Raymond Turri, John Ursone, Thomas Wall, Sr. (deceased), Thomas Wall, Jr.

Women & Girls Fund Executive Committee
Barbara Dughi | Chairperson
Tania DiCostanzo | Vice Chairperson
Roberta Lee August | Secretary/Treasurer
Judi Armstrong, Joyce Briggs, Ellen Ebbs, Joan O’Brien, Rachel Tway-Grant, Marie Wallace, Roberta Willis, Sandra Zielinski