Petit Family Foundation Employee Directory

Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesConnecticut, United States2-10 Employees

The Petit Family Foundation is a charitable organization focused on philanthropic fundraising, based in Plainville, Connecticut. Its activities center on distributing funds to support education for young people—particularly women in the sciences—along with initiatives that improve lives affected by chronic illnesses and efforts to prevent or respond to violence. The foundation serves a broad philanthropic audience by directing grants to educational programs, health-related initiatives, and violence prevention efforts, aiming to foster kindness, activism, and community improvement in memory of Jennifer Hawke-Petit and her daughters. While the organization operates within the philanthropic sector, it maintains a small, local footprint and has a history of awarding grants to regional institutions and programs, including collaborations with museums, science organizations, and community groups. In recent years, it has announced several grant activities and community programs in Connecticut, underscoring its mission to support education and health initiatives in the region.

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