NBC and Telemundo Connecticut and Comcast NBCUniversal Award More Than $227K in Unrestricted Funds to Eight Local Nonprofits in Connecticut
2026 NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants’ Support Youth Education & Empowerment, Next Generation Storytellers and Community Engagement
WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (SEPT. 23,2026) – NBC and Telemundo Connecticut and Comcast NBCUniversal announced $227,272.72 has been awarded to eight local nonprofit organizations through the 2026 NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants. Since 2018, NBC and Telemundo Connecticut have now provided more than $2.1 million to local nonprofits through the annual grant program.
For the ninth year, the competitive grant challenge is awarding unrestricted funding to eligible nonprofits making a difference in Connecticut. Applications were accepted in three categories: youth education and empowerment, next generation storytellers, and community engagement. The 2026 application window for 501(c)(3) nonprofits was March 24 through April 24.
“The NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants program is about supporting the organizations making a meaningful difference in our Connecticut communities,” said Hank Guerrero, President and General Manager of NBC and Telemundo Connecticut. “We’re proud to celebrate this year’s grant recipients and provide funding that helps them grow their impact and create new opportunities. Their work reflects our commitment to Connecting You with the people and organizations making Connecticut stronger.”
The 2026 competitive grant challenge will award $2.5 million in unrestricted funds to eligible nonprofits located in and servicing one of the 11 NBC- and Telemundo-owned stations’ markets across the United States, which are New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Boston, Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Miami, San Diego and Hartford, Conn. Founded in 2018, NBCUniversal’s grant program has now provided $24.3 million to 695 nonprofit.
NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants recipients in the Connecticut area are:
Amy's Angels Corporation - $25,000
Amy’s Angels is a grass roots, 501(c)(3) organization that provides comprehensive short and long term assistance to individuals and their families dealing with the debilitating effects of serious illness or injury.
Connecticut Invention Convention - $30,000
Connecticut Invention Connection's mission is to provide children of New England and beyond with opportunities to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through invention and innovation, instilling the creative spirit in students today and for the rest of their lives.
CT Stem Academy - $20,000
CT Stem Academy's mission is to provide an innovative enrichment program designed for students interested in deepening their knowledge of STEM concepts, placing a special emphasis on direct family involvement.
Manufacturing and Technical Community Hub (MATCH) Inc - $40,000
MATCH creates pathways to self-sustainable life and career paths in manufacturing for individuals with barriers to gainful employment in greater New Haven. MATCH supports trainees in navigating barriers, developing professional and technical skills, and instilling confidence through transformational relationships, wraparound services, and training, resulting in successful entry into the manufacturing workforce.
Second Chance Re-Entry Initiative Program - $22,272.72
Second Chance Re-Entry Initiative Program, Inc.'s (SCRIP) aim is to help individuals navigate the challenges and constraints in society to improve their lives and become successful in their career endeavors.
Storehouse Project Inc - $40,000
The Storehouse Project, Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to meeting basic human needs with kindness and without judgment. Founded in 2000 as a small food pantry, the organization now serves thousands through food distribution, emergency aid, and other vital support.
Unashamed Inc - $30,000
Unashamed, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in Connecticut that provides services and support to youth and young adults who have experienced the foster care system, including mentorship, educational materials, training and community.
Youth Entrepreneurs - $20,000
Youth Entrepreneurs CT serves middle and high school students through entrepreneurship, financial literacy, career readiness, college exposure, and leadership development.
For more information on the NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants, visit localimpactgrants.com and #LocalImpactGrants.
About NBC Connecticut
Owned by NBCUniversal, NBC Connecticut / WVIT serves its audience with local news and weather information across multiple platforms, including more than 40 hours of newscasts each week on WVIT and online at NBCConnecticut.com. The station is Connecticut’s leader with Facebook and Instagram followers and provides mobile users on-the-go breaking news updates and weather information through a customized application. NBC Connecticut’s commitment to excellence in journalism has been recognized with numerous Emmy Awards, and the prestigious Peabody Award and Alfred I. DuPont-Columbia University Award.
About Telemundo Connecticut
Telemundo Connecticut / WRDM is Telemundo’s local owned television serving Spanish-language viewers in Hartford, New Haven and Springfield, Connecticut. The station delivers its audiences 10 hours of local news as well as Telemundo network’s world-class programming across all platforms. Telemundo Connecticut features Noticiero Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra, the only local Spanish-language weekday newscast that delivers live, local news, real-time weather forecasts, as well as consumer reports and sports information. WRDM is co-located with NBC Connecticut / WVIT in West Hartford. Telemundo Connecticut’s information can be accessed online at TelemundoNuevaInglaterra.com, through the “Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra” mobile app, the station’s social media channels and on local over-the-air channels 19.1 in Hartford and 50.1 in Springfield, Frontier/AT&T channel 13, Cox channel 20, Altice/Optimum/Cablevision channel 16, and Comcast HD channel 1051.
About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.