CHEFA’s Largest-Ever Financing Helps Hartford HealthCare Advance Major Projects, Highlighting CHEFA’s Critical Role in Supporting Connecticut Nonprofits

by Luis Perez | Mar 23, 2026 | All News, CHEFA News

CHEFA has taken a major step in strengthening nonprofit infrastructure across Connecticut by completing the largest financing in its history, an $850 million dollar bond issue supporting Hartford HealthCare as it undertakes several high‑impact community projects. This...

CHEFA Releases FY 2025 Education Sector Reports: Key Trends in Higher Education and Independent Schools

by Luis Perez | Mar 19, 2026 | All News, CHEFA News

Connecticut’s education landscape continues to evolve, and CHEFA’s FY 2025 sector reports highlight how independent schools and higher education institutions are navigating shifting student demand, rising costs, and ongoing competitive pressures. Independent Schools:...

CHEFA’s 2026 Roadshow Highlights Key Financing & Grant Opportunities for Connecticut Nonprofits

by Luis Perez | Mar 19, 2026 | All News, CHEFA News, Featured

CHEFA recently welcomed nonprofit leaders from across the state to its 2026 Roadshow. The event offered a comprehensive overview of CHEFA’s financing and grant programs, and community development resources, all designed to strengthen the capacity of Connecticut’s...

CHEFA Grant Helps Middlesex Hospital Transform Breast Cancer Detection with Advanced AI Technology

by Luis Perez | Mar 19, 2026 | All News, CHEFA News

CHEFA is proud to highlight the impact of its $61,200 grant to Middlesex Hospital to support its implementation of Transpara Breast AI — an advanced, artificial intelligence technology that significantly increases breast cancer detection rates and strengthens...

CHEFA Executive Director Jeanette W. Weldon Announces Retirement After 17 Years of Service

by pd_chefa_admin | Mar 12, 2026 | All News, Featured

Jeanette W. Weldon, who has served as Executive Director since 2015, will be retiring after 17 years of dedicated service to the Authority and its subsidiaries. Ms. Weldon joined CHEFA in 2009 as Managing Director and was appointed Executive Director in 2015. During...

CHEFA Awards Over $1 Million to Strengthen Connecticut Nonprofits and Transform Communities

by pd_chefa_admin | Dec 18, 2025 | All News, CHEFA News, Featured

The Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA) proudly announces the recipients of its FY 2025 John M. Biancamano CHEFA Client Grant Program Awards, distributing $1,022,407.37 to support vital programs and capital projects for nonprofit...