Mission Statement

The Connecticut Architecture Foundation will raise public awareness of, and expectations for, architecture and the built environment. It will accomplish these goals through the funding of people and programs in education, scholarship, mentorship or research.

The Connecticut Architecture Foundation, Inc. (CAF) is committed to enhancing and promoting the quality of the state’s built environment. The Foundation encourages public understanding and community involvement in the design and building processes which create our physical surroundings. It also supports the profession of architecture and allied arts and services. To accomplish these goals, the Foundation sponsors scholarships, publications, exhibitions and other activities, which contribute to an awareness of our architectural heritage and the direction of our future development.

The Foundation was established in 1978 by the CSA/AIA (now AIA Connecticut) as an independent organization to raise and distribute funds for these purposes. It is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors composed of architects and allied professionals.

The Connecticut Architecture Foundation, Inc. does not initiate or operate programs. It realizes its goals by financially assisting in those creative endeavors it recognizes as consistent with its objectives. The Foundation is supported by gifts from individuals, corporations, public and private institutions and agencies committed to a physical environment of enduring quality and distinction.

Tax deductible gifts may be sent, payable to:
Connecticut Architecture Foundation, Inc.
c/o American Institute of Architects, Connecticut Chapter
87 Willow Street
New Haven, CT 06511
203-865-2195 voice
203-562-5378 fax

Eligibility

• In order to be considered for a Foundation Scholarship a candidate must complete by June 30, 2008 two years in a NAAB (National Architectural Accrediting Board) accredited Architectural Program leading to a B-ARCH degree.
• A student who is currently enrolled in non-accredited undergraduate program but has been accepted to a NAAB accredited Masters Program (M-ARCH) is also eligible for consideration.
• All students in NAAB accredited Masters Programs are eligible.
• Only full time students will be considered.

Charles DuBose Scholarship
Students who have completed two years in accredited undergraduate architectural programs or have been accepted into an accredited graduate program are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Connecticut residents are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to students at the University of Pennsylvania, Georgia Institute of Technology, and the Fontainebleau summer program.

The Charles DuBose Scholarship Fund was established in 1986 by DuBose Associates, Inc. of Hartford, Connecticut in memory of Charles DuBose, FAIA. Ruth DuBose, Widow of Mr. Charles DuBose, has contributed substantially to the scholarship fund. Charles DuBose, Founder and Chairman of DuBose Associates, Inc. Architects, was most noted for his design of Constitution Plaza in Hartford. It was acclaimed in the 1960's as one of the first urban developments to effectively separate pedestrian movement from vehicular traffic with a series of raised landscaped terraces.

1-2 scholarships of $5,000 -$10,000 will be awarded. Deadline: April 18, 2008.

To apply for one of these scholarships, send all of the following, in one envelope:

1. Application
2. A one-page letter describing your accomplishments and goals
3. A one to two page resume of education, experience, honors, activities and interests
4. A financial aid information sheet signed and completed by the Financial Aid Institution attending
5. Two faculty letters of reference on college or university stationary sealed in envelopes
6. Submit one favorite project and explain your rationale for your design
   (Materials will not be returned.)

Mail required correspondence to Connecticut Architecture Foundation, 87 Willow Street, New Haven, CT 06511. For applications see your local Architecture department office or download application here (PDF).

AIA Connecticut, A Chapter of The American Institute of Architects

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