That’s why we continually invest in the people and programs that strengthen and unite us. In 2025, we provided $547,097 of community support through our foundation as well as corporate and employee programs. We also rolled up our sleeves for 3,875 hours volunteer time with nonprofit organizations.
Our Community Works
Community is at the heart of who we are.
Giving
The Northwest Community Bank Foundation provides grants to organizations twice a year to these four areas of focus.
$125,000
in grants awarded to 62 nonprofit organizations in our 2025 fall cycle
- Artgarage
- Bantam Lake Protective Association
- Beacon of Light Animal Rescue, Inc.
- Camp Courant Incorporated
- Canaan Kids Artspace
- Caring for Bethlehem, Inc.
- Chore Service
- Connecticut Democracy Center
- Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) Foundation
- East Granby Library Association, Inc.
- East Litchfield Volunteer Fire Company
- Explorations, Inc.
- EXTRAS Childcare and Summer Program
- Falls Village Day Care Center
- Falls Village Housing Trust Inc.
- Farmington Valley Academy Montessori
- FISH / Friends in Service to Humanity of Northwestern Connecticut
- Five Corner Cupboard Food Pantry
- Friends of the Litchfield Community Greenway
- Gifts of Love, Inc.
- Granby Homes for Senior Citizens Inc.
- Harbor House of Litchfield County
- Holy Disciples Catholic School
- KidsPlay Children’s Museum, Inc.
- Litchfield Ambulance Association Inc.
- Little Britches Therapeutic Riding Inc.
- Mattatuck Historical Society (Mattatuck Museum)
- Mental Health Connecticut
- Morris Public Library
- Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department
- Northwest Connecticut Association for the Arts (Warner Theatre)
- Northwest Conservation District
- Northwestern Regional School District No. 7
- Nutmeg Symphony Orchestra
- Plumb Hill Playing Fields, Inc.
- Read to Grow Inc.
- Rebuilding Together Litchfield County, Inc.
- Salisbury Housing Trust
- Salisbury Rotary Club Foundation
- Sharon Historical Society and Museum
- Soar Educational Enrichment
- Susan B. Anthony Project
- Talcott Mountain Science Center for Student Involvement, Inc.
- The Bridge Family Center, Inc.
- The Children’s Museum, Inc.
- The CT Association of School-Based Health Centers Inc.
- The Equus Effect
- The Housing Collective
- The Kids of Summer Foundation
- The Salvation Army
- The Underground NE
- The W. L. Gilbert Trust Corporation
- Thrive Farm Inc.
- Torrington Civic Symphony
- Town of Winchester
- Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County, Inc.
- Warren Volunteer Fire Co Inc.
- Waterbury Baptist Ministries
- Watertown Area Association for Special Citizens
- Winchester Center Historical Association, Inc.
- Winsted Health Center Foundation
- Young Women’s Christian Academy
$123,200
in grants awarded to 67 nonprofit organizations in our 2025 spring cycle
- After School Arts Program, Inc. (ASAP!)
- American Mural Project
- American Museum of Tort Law
- Arts for Learning Connecticut
- Aton Forest, Inc.
- Avon Land Trust, Inc.
- Brooker Memorial
- Burlington Volunteer Fire Department
- Canton Historical Society
- Colebrook Fire Department Forge Company, Inc.
- Connecticut Institute for the Blind (Oak Hill)
- Connecticut Rivers Council
- Camp Workcoeman, Scouting America
- Covenant to Care for Children, Inc.
- Dress for Success Hartford County Inc.
- East Granby Social Services
- Falls Village Volunteer Fire Department
- Farmington Land Trust Inc.
- Focus Center for Autism, Inc.
- Friend to Friend, Inc.
- Girl Scouts of Connecticut Inc.
- Goshen Community Care
- Greater New Britain Teen Pregnancy Prevention, Inc.
- Greenwoods Counseling Referrals, Inc.
- Gunn Memorial Library
- Habitat for Humanity of NWCT
- Hands On Hartford
- Hartford Interval House, Inc.
- Healing Hoofbeats of CT, Inc.
- Healing Meals Foundation Corporation
- Helping Hands Chore Service
- Hill-Stead Museum
- Housatonic Youth Service Bureau
- Klingberg Family Centers Inc.
- Litchfield Hills Rowing Club
- Litchfield Hills / Northwest Elderly Nutrition Program
- Litchfield Historical Society
- Litchfield Land Trust
- Litchfield Performing Arts, Inc.
- McCall Foundation, Inc.
- New Hartford Volunteer Ambulance
- New Hartford Volunteer Fire Department
- New Horizons Living Center Inc.
- North Canaan Education Foundation
- Northwest Connecticut (NWCT) Adult Day Center
- Northwestern Connecticut YMCA
- Open Door
- Prime Time House Inc.
- PVUMC Community Food Bank
- Region 5 Dive Team
- Riverton Theatre, Inc.
- Simsbury Free Library
- Simsbury Volunteer Ambulance Association, Inc.
- Summit Adaptive Sports Inc.
- The Arc of the Farmington Valley, Inc.
- The Community Kitchen of Torrington Inc.
- The Nutmeg Ballet Conservatory
- The Police Activities League of Hartford (PAL)
- Town of Hartland
- Watertown History Museum
- West Hartland Volunteer Fire Department
- Winchester Land Trust
- Winchester Youth Service Bureau (NWCT YMCA)
- Winsted Area Ambulance Association
- Winsted Youth Baseball & Softball Association
- YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc.
- YMCA of Greater Hartford
Organization Spotlight
See how Mental Health Connecticut makes a difference.
“This is life-changing for so many of our clients! Thank you!”
Marisa J.
Greenwood Counseling & Referrals, Inc.
“We are grateful for your help. For many of our members, this is the only healthy meal they have each day.”
Sue R.
Northwest Connecticut Adult Day Center
“I wanted you to know what a huge impact your support will have on our elders.”
Hilary W.
Hartland Seniors
Looking to apply for an upcoming grant?
Find more information here.
Sharing
Our corporate giving program provides donations and sponsorships for school, nonprofit, and community organizations.
Your support brings hope to all in our care, especially during these challenging times.
Kathi G, Prime Time House
"Your contribution plays a vital role in driving meaningful change and uplifting families throughout our community."
Lisa F, United Way
“Thank you so much for your generous gift that truly helps change lives.”
Brian L, Farmington Valley YMCA
Looking for a sponsor for your event or program?
Contact us for more information.
Our employees open their own wallets to help the community. In 2025, they donated $16,744 through our employee giving program to these organizations:
Serving
From serving on boards to building affordable homes, we love to give back with our time and our dollars.
In 2025, 77 employees volunteered 3,875 hours for 98 organizations.
“One little girl gave me a hug and those are the things that really stay with you and make you realize that this makes a difference.”
Colleen Suppa“I volunteer because it makes me feel good to see parents so happy that they will be bringing home new clothing to surprise their children.”
Anna Lovetere“I see the faces of those whom we have helped, and it shows me how deeply community matters.”
Nadine Maggi“Lifting families up fills our community with energy and hope. There is something so magical that happens when we just show up for one another.”
Shari Picard“I really enjoy the opportunity to give back to members of the communities where I live and work. I’ve built some wonderful relationships as a result.”
Bryan KierCommunity News
JAN 12, 2026
Our 2025 Community Works Report
Highlighting the people and programs we’ve been proud to support with our time and funds this year. Read More
JAN 1, 2026
62 Area Nonprofit Organizations Receive Grants in Foundation Fall Cycle
Northwest Community Bank Foundation Awards $125,000 to Area Organizations. Read More
Community Events
JAN 24, 2026
Beekley Library Concert Series: The Yoko Miwa Trio
A community music event in New Hartford featuring monthly live performances by talented artists. Read More
FEB 6, 2026
Bubbles & Truffles
A winter fundraiser in Winsted featuring wine, craft beer, spirits and chocolate tastings with live music and raffle items to support Friends of Main Street’s community events. Read More
FEB 28, 2026
Beekley Library Concert Series: Charlie Roman
A community music event in New Hartford featuring monthly live performances by talented artists. Read More
FEB 28, 2026
Plunge at Camp Moe
A charity event in Torrington where participants raise money for the Kids of Summer Foundation by taking a winter “plunge” to support camp opportunities for children. Read More
MAR 5-15, 2026
Winsted Restaurant Week
A kickoff event celebrating the start of a special dining celebration in Winsted with prix‑fixe menus, special offers, and opportunities to explore the local food scene. Read More
MAR 7, 2026
Farmington Valley Symphony Orchestra
A series of seasonal orchestral concerts in Farmington where the Farmington Valley Symphony Orchestra performs classical, pops, holiday, and special tribute music for the community. Read More
MAR 28, 2026
Beekley Library Concert Series: Pamela Means
A community music event in New Hartford featuring monthly live performances by talented artists. Read More
APR 25, 2026
Beekley Library Concert Series: Leslie Mendelson
A community music event in New Hartford featuring monthly live performances by talented artists. Read More