The Guilford Foundation is pleased to announce the three new board members: Kristopher Cricchi, Julie Paquette, and NiCole Schlagheck, and the appointment of Chris Hodgson as Board Chair. The individuals bring a wealth of experience, diverse perspectives, and a commitment to the Foundation’s mission of enriching the community. …
The Guilford Foundation is proud to announce James Napolitano as the recipient of the 2025 Alison Varian Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship honors the passionate legacy of Alison Varian, who dedicated her life to aquaculture, boating safety, and the ecological stewardship of Long Island Sound. Established in 2018, the…
The Guilford Foundation is thrilled to announce that 11 generous donors have collectively contributed $225,000 to kick off its 50th Anniversary Community Campaign. These funds will cover the renovations of the historic building at 44 Boston Street, which was donated to the Foundation by Ascend Bank (formerly GSB)…
Written by Shoreline Publishing writer, Pam Johnson It’s been a year of strong growth and community for The Guilford Foundation (TGF) led by Board Chair Alex Sulpasso. As he wraps up his chairmanship, Alex is putting on a push for supporting TGF as it celebrates its 50th year…
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) is excited to share that 34 scholarships and two prizes, totaling $71,400, have been awarded to exceptional seniors from Guilford High School. This financial support will assist these young scholars as they embark on their post-secondary education, whether it’s college or vocational school. The…
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) distributed $117,900 through 35 community impact grants to area nonprofits. These grants, ranging from $1,000 to $8,000, support essential programs and services that benefit residents of Guilford. In 2025, TGF witnessed unprecedented growth, receiving 59 grant applications—a remarkable 60% increase from 2023. The total…
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) is excited to announce the addition of two Guilford High School interns, Lorelai Huben and Clara Matos da Cruz, who will work with the TGF team to learn more about nonprofit communications, contributing to social media strategy, and content creation. As experienced volunteers with…
Our journey began in 1975 when a group of visionary neighbors established The Guilford Foundation to enhance the beauty of the green by replanting trees. Their efforts quickly expanded to include many diverse causes that enrich our town’s quality of life.
TGF leadership helps open the door for Little Sprouts nursery school. North Guilford Nursery School, a beloved local institution situated at the church for nearly 75 years, unexpectedly closed in July 2024. In response, The Guilford Foundation contacted Executive Director Susan Herget to explore solutions for preserving the…
Through generous funding from GSB, The Guilford Foundation (TGF) distributed $15,350 to 15 community partners for 17 local events in the second round of the 2025 Sponsorship Award Program. The funding supports Guilford-serving nonprofits with events and programs focused on fundraising and increasing brand visibility. Program Director Jennifer…