CT Paid Leave Authority seeks community partners for outreach; $365,000 available in 2026 grants

The Connecticut Paid Leave Authority on an online information session outlined a Request for Proposals for a Community Education Coordinators Initiative to expand outreach and application assistance for Connecticut paid leave benefits.

The Authority said total funding for the initiative is $365,000 and it expects to award approximately five to seven contracts for the 2026 contract term, which would run Jan. 1, 2026, through Dec. 31, 2026. "We anticipate divvying up the $365,000 between the number of awards we decide on," the presenter said, noting actual award sizes will depend on the scope and quality of proposals.

Why it matters: Connecticut paid leave has paid more than $1,200,000,000 in income-replacement benefits to over 165,000 workers across the state since implementation, the Authority said. The program provides income replacement for qualifying family and medical leaves; job protection is governed separately by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Who may apply: The RFP is open to nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3)), faith-based organizations, and municipal government entities. Applicants must demonstrate experience in community outreach and…