Center for Nonprofit Excellence

Led by Diane Winston, founder of Winston Strategic Partners, this half-day in-person workshop will provide Leaders of Color with tips and tools to communicate more effectively. Register Now

Mindful Listening + Speaking: Deep listening to understand the needs and interests of the communities we serve is an essential skill for nonprofits. Join Community Mindfulness Project for a morning [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join us virtually on Tuesday, April 11th from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM to learn more about the new and exciting CNE offerings created to support your ongoing fundraising efforts. [ ... ] Continue reading »

The 7th in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. Led by Debra Hertz, this session will focus on the role of Board members. [ ... ] Continue reading »

Virtual workshop presented by Probono Partnership. Learn more about the common legal issues nonprofits face and how Probono Partnership can help. Includes information on 501©3 registration, governance, fundraising, and employment. [ ... ] Continue reading »

Presented by Pullman & Comley LLC, learn the ins and outs of Connecticut’s tax exception laws to maximize your benefit and put more funding back into mission-related work. Register Now

The final installment in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. Jenn Kyro with Westminster School and Charitable Gift Planners will cover virtual engagement, planned giving, and major gifts. With additional time for questions. Register Now

Inspired by Brigg’s commitment to and passion for Board service, this program will cover effective fundraising, collaboration, and conflict resolution. A light breakfast will be served from 8:30-9:00 AM with opening remarks from Mendi Blue Paca, Fairfield County's Community Foundation's President & CEO. The workshop will follow from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, led by Jamie Renwick Advisors with 24 [ ... ] Continue reading »

Three sessions: Aug 2, Aug 23, & Sept 27 at 7:00 PM Join FCCF and Community Mindfulness Project online as we explore the book, Peak Mind, by Dr. Amishi Jha [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join CNE Manager, Rebecca Cordero, online for a brief RBA refresher helping you and your team to set strong, realistic measures that demonstrate your impact to funders, donors, and other [ ... ] Continue reading »

This 90-min virtual workshop will focus on what area nonprofits are doing/can do to move from talking about equity to implementing equity in their policies and practices. Attendees will be [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join us online for the kickoff of our second Soup to Nuts series, hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut. This year we’ll offer seven [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join FCCF staff online to learn about our recent research focused on Fairfield County’s Immigrant Community with findings published in Our Immigrant Neighbors an addendum to our Community Wellbeing Index. [ ... ] Continue reading »

In today’s data-driven world, the ability to tell captivating stories with your data isn’t just a plus, it’s a must-have skill that turns numbers into action. Whether you are trying [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Staff and Leadership at coffee shops around Fairfield County.  Get to know the organization, learn about our work, meet some of our staff, and connect [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join us for the second session of our Soup to Nuts series, hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut. This year we’ll offer seven training courses covering new topics or diving deeper into topics initially covered. Sessions are free and open to any interested nonprofits. Register Now

We believe that by coming together, we can amplify our collective impact and further the causes we hold dear. To that end, we are excited to continue our Leaders of Color Networking Nights! Kick off your holiday season a bit early and join us for food and drinks. This event promises to be an evening [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Staff and Leadership at coffee shops around Fairfield County.  Get to know the organization, learn about our work, meet some of our staff, and connect as partners, supporters, and community members dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Nonprofit partners and community members welcome! Register Now

Join us for the third session of our Soup to Nuts series, hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut. This year we’ll offer seven training courses covering new topics or diving deeper into topics initially covered. Sessions are free and open to any interested nonprofits. Register Now

Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Staff and Leadership at coffee shops around Fairfield County.  Get to know the organization, learn about our work, meet some of our staff, and connect as partners, supporters, and community members dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Nonprofit partners and community members welcome! Register Now

Join us for the fourth session of our Soup to Nuts series, hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut. This year we’ll offer seven training courses covering new topics or diving deeper into topics initially covered. Sessions are free and open to any interested nonprofits. Register Now

Gain insight into this year’s Spring Grant Cycle opportunities directly from our Community Impact team before the LOI opens for submission on January 15th. Dive into an array of impactful funding opportunities including General Operating Support, Program, and Capacity Building grants in Housing, Economic Opportunity, Youth Education and Careers, Advocacy, and more. Don't miss this [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation’s first Equitable Leadership Community of Practice supporting White Leaders working in, for, and with Communities of Color. This inaugural cohort is intended to support a small group of White individuals who are committed to integrating equity and belonging principles into their everyday leadership. Over the course of the year, participants [ ... ] Continue reading »

Led by Mitan Consulting, this virtual workshop is designed to empower nonprofit leaders and teams with the tools and knowledge necessary for effective program management. The session establishes Standards of Practice in the context of nonprofit organizations, focusing on the development and implementation of efficient systems and processes. Gain insights into the best practices and [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Staff and Leadership at coffee shops around Fairfield County.  Get to know the organization, learn about our work, meet some of our staff, and connect as partners, supporters, and community members dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Nonprofit partners and community members welcome! Register Now

Do you work with quantitative data regularly but wish you had more confidence in analyzing it? During this hands-on workshop led by CT Data, you'll learn how to ask and answer data questions as an approach to data analysis. We will cover how to work with quantitative data and give you the tools to analyze [ ... ] Continue reading »

Join us for the fifth session of our Soup to Nuts series, hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut. This year we’ll offer seven training courses covering new topics or diving deeper into topics initially covered. Sessions are free and open to any interested nonprofits. Register Now

This March, the Susan M. Ross Leadership Institute returns to a new location with facilitation by the esteemed Organizational Performance Group (OPG) of Woodbridge. The focus of the institute is on emphasizing the vital role of people in organizational success. Tailored for Executive Directors and Senior Leadership, this two-day program will provide an immersive exploration [ ... ] Continue reading »