BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Fairfield County's Community Foundation - ECPv6.15.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fccfoundation.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Fairfield County's Community Foundation
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091717
CREATED:20260224T191445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T191445Z
UID:10000593-1776187800-1776193200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Brewing Community - Third Place by Half Full Brewery
DESCRIPTION:Brewing Community is a gathering and networking opportunity for nonprofit leaders to connect\, share insights\, and explore ideas in a relaxed\, conversational setting over drinks. This event is ideal for those seeking meaningful peer connections beyond traditional networking\, providing space to exchange ideas\, challenges\, and solutions in a friendly and informal environment. \nTickets: $10 — drinks and snacks included. Get your tickets now! \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/brewing-community-third-place-by-half-full-brewery/
LOCATION:Third Place by Half Full Brewery\, 575 Pacific Street\, Stamford\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Brewing-Community.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091717
CREATED:20260224T191357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T191357Z
UID:10000594-1776769200-1776774600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Strength in Strategy: From Challenge to Opportunity – Part 3 Strategic Partnerships\, Mergers & Shared Services
DESCRIPTION:This session reframes the concept of consolidation\, mergers\, and shared services as exciting opportunities for growth and sustainability. Mike Gifford will share strategies for nonprofits to pursue transformative partnerships that strengthen mission impact\, improve outcomes\, and increase organizational sustainability. Participants will explore case studies and practical approaches to leading courageous conversations within their organizations\, empowering boards and staff to embrace proactive strategies that address challenges and expand community impact. \nMike Gifford is a national nonprofit leader and consultant known for guiding organizations through mergers\, growth\, and strategic transformation to achieve stronger outcomes and reduce disparities. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/strength-in-strategy-from-challenge-to-opportunity-part-3/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/strength-in-strategy-part-3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091717
CREATED:20260224T190246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T190316Z
UID:10000595-1776873600-1776877200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Community of Practice: Board Members
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our Communities of Practice for New Executive Directors\, Programming Professionals\, Fundraising & Development\, and Data leaders\, we are launching a peer group specifically for Board Members. This group will focus on skill-building\, connection\, and supportive peer learning. The first session will include an icebreaker\, facilitated conversation\, and collaborative planning to shape future session topics and structure. Board Members of all backgrounds are welcome to join and help co-create this community. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/community-of-practice-board-members/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/COP-Board.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091717
CREATED:20260223T204225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T204419Z
UID:10000596-1777633200-1777636800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fueling Community – Sacred Grounds – Sherman
DESCRIPTION:May 1\, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (In-Person) \nAfter two years connecting with nonprofit leaders across almost every town in Fairfield County\, we’re finishing the journey with our northern neighbors. Join us for coffee\, snacks\, and conversation as we celebrate community connections and share ideas across Sherman. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fueling-community-sacred-grounds-sherman/
LOCATION:Sacred Grounds\, 1 Route 37 East\, Unit 1\, Sherman\, 06784\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/fueling-comm.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091717
CREATED:20260223T204903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T204903Z
UID:10000597-1777640400-1777644000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fueling Community – Froggy’s Sandwiches – New Fairfield
DESCRIPTION:May 1\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (In-Person) \nAfter two years connecting with nonprofit leaders across almost every town in Fairfield County\, we’re finishing the journey with our northern neighbors. Join us for coffee\, snacks\, and conversation as we celebrate community connections and share ideas across New Fairfield. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fueling-community-froggys-sandwiches-new-fairfield/
LOCATION:Froggy’s Sandwiches\, 9 Brush Hill Rd\, New Fairfield\, CT\, 06812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/fueling-comm.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091717
CREATED:20260302T161251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T161421Z
UID:10000600-1778751000-1778756400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Soup to Nuts: Website Strategy for Fundraising Success
DESCRIPTION:Join us May 14 for Website Strategy for Fundraising Success\nSession Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM \nStrengthen your nonprofit from the inside out through Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management — a free\, 8-part virtual learning series designed to help nonprofit professionals learn\, connect\, and grow. \nEach 90-minute session dives into a key aspect of nonprofit leadership and fundraising\, from donor engagement and business strategy to leveraging AI tools and building a strong online presence. Participants will walk away with actionable insights and practical tools to drive impact and sustainability within their organizations. \nOther Upcoming Sessions Include:\n\nJune 11: Finding Your Best-Fit Donors\n\nTo register once to access all sessions: \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/soup-to-nuts-website-strategy-for-fundraising-success/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2025-26_soup_to_nuts_.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091717
CREATED:20260302T161412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T161520Z
UID:10000601-1781170200-1781175600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Soup to Nuts: Finding Your Best-Fit Donors
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 11 for Finding Your Best-Fit Donors\nSession Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM \nStrengthen your nonprofit from the inside out through Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management — a free\, 8-part virtual learning series designed to help nonprofit professionals learn\, connect\, and grow. \nEach 90-minute session dives into a key aspect of nonprofit leadership and fundraising\, from donor engagement and business strategy to leveraging AI tools and building a strong online presence. Participants will walk away with actionable insights and practical tools to drive impact and sustainability within their organizations. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/soup-to-nuts-finding-your-best-fit-donors/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2025-26_soup_to_nuts_.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR