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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171025T140000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series: Finding Data for Grants
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this lively conversation on “Finding Data for Grants” with Mark Abraham\, Executive Director of DataHaven. \nClick here to register. Due to limited seating\, we request one representative per organization only.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/lunch-learn-series-finding-data-grants/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170918T171807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T114449Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day: Put the Crowd in Your Crowdfunding Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield County’s Giving Day will be back on March 1\, 2018! Get the scoop on important updates and learn key strategies to run a successful crowdfunding campaign. This webinar will be recorded and posted to FCGives.org. \nPresented by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation and Kimbia\, Inc. Part 1 of the Giving Day Training Series. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/put-crowd-crowdfunding-campaign/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170614T124506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170718T130159Z
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SUMMARY:The Right Time to Rightsize?
DESCRIPTION:With the ongoing challenges associated with government budgets and public spending policies at the federal through local levels\, many nonprofit organizations are seeing reductions in revenue and delays in payment associated with government funding. Given the limited leverage organizations have over that particular revenue stream – as well as\, in many cases\, limited funding from other sources – nonprofits affected by this may need to think seriously about changing or reducing their mix or levels of program services. \nThis half-day training session will focus on the financial analysis and strategy associated with “rightsizing” operations in response to revenue reductions. Topics covered in the session will include: \n\n“Tough decisions”: What are the indicators that it may be time to consider reducing operations\nProgram portfolio analysis: How to use a “mission-money” approach to identify programs and activities for potential reconsideration\nExpense analysis: How to determine the true bottom-line impact of reductions in programs and services\n“Prevention is the best cure”: How to strategically approach decisions on new funding and program opportunities to avoid future challenges\nLessons from the field: What practitioners know (and wish they had known) based on their experiences with rightsizing\n\nClick here to register. Organizations are strongly encouraged to bring multiple members including executive management\, lead finance person(s) and board if possible. \nPresented by Fiscal Management Associates.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/right-time-to-rightsize/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170927T114852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T114852Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day: Unlock the Power of Visual Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Stories compel us to learn\, remember\, and act – all of the things needed to build support for your nonprofit. This workshop is about telling actionable stories – stories that lead prospective donors\, volunteers\, and advocates to positive decisions. Learn specific steps you can take to create stories for your Giving Day campaign and beyond\, including: \n\nHow stories can lead to an actionable moments (hint: more donations for your cause!)\nWhy empathy is essential to storytelling\nThree types of stories you’ll need to attract and retain supporters\nFree resources to incorporate video\, music\, and more in your campaign\n\nPart 2 of the Giving Day Training Series. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-unlock-power-visual-storytelling/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170614T124119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T165329Z
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SUMMARY:Essential Business Skills Series: Building Basic Finance Skills
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need to be a finance wiz to get comfortable with numbers! This workshop will take the mystery out of financial terms\, nonprofit budgets and financial statements. \nIn this interactive session\, we’ll walk you through the nonprofit budget process. You’ll learn how to build a basic budget and comprehend key financial terms that all nonprofit staff should understand. We will also provide an overview of financial statements and demonstrate how to use key financial ratios to assess an organization’s financial health. \nBy attending this workshop\, you’ll gain basic financial knowledge and understand how strong financial management practices are tied to mission delivery. You’ll also: \n\nIncrease your understanding of key financial terms\nBe empowered to participate in the budgeting process\nGain the skills and knowledge to create a project budget\nUnderstand the components of nonprofit financial statements\nGenerate and interpret basic financial ratios This important learning session is specifically designed for non-finance staff.\n\nHeld in partnership with Sacred Heart University. \nClick here to register. The fee to attend this workshop is $35. Sign up 4 attendees and receive $5 off each registration! Enter all attendee information and then apply the code “4ATTENDEES” to receive the discount.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/essential-business-skills-series-building-basic-finance-skills-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170929T121740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T121740Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:The word is out! Fairfield County’s Giving Day will be back on March 1\, 2018. If you or your organization is new to Giving Day\, join us for a Giving Day Bootcamp\, where you will: \n\nLearn important steps you need to take to win big on Giving Day\nGet comfortable accessing the Giving Day platform\nHave access to the Community Foundation staff to get your questions answered\n\nThis bootcamp is offered free-of-charge to nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2018. Please register your nonprofit at FCGives.org before signing up for this bootcamp. Registration goes live on November 1\, 2018. \nClick here to register. \nCan’t make this date? A repeat session will be held on February 1\, 2018.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-bootcamp-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170929T121757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T121757Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day: Intelligent Marketing and Branding
DESCRIPTION:Maintaining and growing your brand’s identity is crucial for every nonprofit\, especially in uncertain times. Learn important tips to stand out from the crowd\, including: \n\nEfficient and cost-effective uses of mailings\nCreative ways to cultivate and maintain donors\n\nPart 3 of the Giving Day Training Series. Presented by David Stowe\, Dot Generation of Connecticut. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-intelligent-marketing-branding/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170620T152749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T143440Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:The annual Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Norwalk-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators on issues affecting our region. \nConfirmed legislators include Senator Toni Boucher\, Senator Bob Duff\, Representative Gail Lavielle\, Representative Fred Wilms\, Representative Terrie Wood\, and Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-norwalk-nonprofit-legislative-forum-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170620T152915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T143414Z
UID:10000276-1513242000-1513249200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Greater Stamford Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with the University of Connecticut Stamford Campus\, the annual Greater Stamford Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Stamford-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators. \nConfirmed legislators include Senator Scott Frantz\, Representative Caroline Simmons\, Representative Fred Camillo\, Representative William Tong\, and Stamford Mayor David Martin. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-stamford-nonprofit-legislative-forum-2/
LOCATION:UCONN Stamford\, 1 University Place\, Stamford\, CT\, 06901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170926T154951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180103T141606Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series: Advancing Your Mission Through Local Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this lively conversation on “Advancing Your Mission Through Local Advocacy” with Jeff Shaw\, Director of Public Policy at the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance. \nAt this lunch and learn\, you will: \n\nLearn the latest trending public policy issues impacting the ability of the nonprofit sector to advance their mission\nUnderstand the power of nonprofit advocacy and collaborations in defeating harmful public policy\nAdd more tools to your toolbox – know how\, when\, and where to engage local legislators\n\nClick here to register. \nJEFF SHAW: Jeffrey Shaw is the Director of Public Policy for The Alliance. Jeff has over twelve years’ experience in government relations and public policy development\, providing expertise on the state budget\, bonding\, nonprofit trends\, economic impact\, public health and federal legislation. Prior to joining The Alliance in October 2012\, Jeff served as Senior Legislative Aide & Team Leader at the Connecticut General Assembly\, specializing in health policy and judicial reform. He has been active in the Council of State Governments Innovations Review and Health Policy Committees\, and was recognized with the Virgil Puskarich State and Regional Leadership Award at the 2012 Council of State Governments\, Eastern Regional Conference (CSG/ERC). The Council of State Governments develops regional policy solutions with all three branches of governments in the states\, Canadian provinces\, and U.S. territories.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/lunch-learn-series-advancing-mission-local-advocacy/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20171002T123649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T123649Z
UID:10000344-1515672000-1515675600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Social Media for Nonprofits: Giving Day and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with Bank of America\, register for this free webinar focused on using social media in your Giving Day campaign. In this session\, you will learn: \n\nKey roles and responsibilities to consider when managing social media\nSocial media tips for organizations with limited resources\nTips for creating engaging content\nTips and tools for measuring success on social media\nGuidance on how and when to leverage new social media platforms and features\n\nClick here to register. Part 4 of the Giving Day training series.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/social-media-nonprofits-giving-day-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170711T132752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T143215Z
UID:10000277-1516093200-1516100400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Greater Bridgeport Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with Housatonic Community College\, the annual Greater Bridgeport Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Bridgeport-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators on issues affecting our region. \nConfirmed legislators include Senator Ed Gomes\, Representative Steven Stafstrom\, Representative Brenda Kupchick\, Representative Laura Devlin\, and Representative Cristin McCarthy Vahey. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-bridgeport-nonprofit-legislative-forum-2/
LOCATION:Housatonic Community College\, 900 Lafayette Boulevard\, Bridgeport\, CT\, 06604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170711T132811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T143346Z
UID:10000279-1516266000-1516273200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Greater Danbury Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:The annual Greater Danbury Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Danbury-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators on issues affecting our region. \nConfirmed legislators include Senator Toni Boucher\, Representative Adam Dunsby\, Representative Michael Ferguson\, Representative Mitch Bolinsky\, Representative William Duff\, Representative J.P. Sredzinski\, and Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-danbury-nonprofit-legislative-forum-2/
LOCATION:Family & Children’s Aid\, 80 West Street\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180201T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170929T121713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T151344Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:The word is out! Fairfield County’s Giving Day will be back on March 1\, 2018. If you or your organization is new to Giving Day\, join us for a Giving Day Bootcamp\, where you will: \n\nLearn important steps you need to take to win big on Giving Day\nGet comfortable accessing the Giving Day platform\nHave access to the Community Foundation staff to get your questions answered\n\nThis bootcamp is offered free-of-charge to nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2018. Please register your nonprofit at FCGives.org before signing up for this bootcamp. Registration goes live on November 1\, 2018. \nClick here to register. \nThis is a repeat of the December 1\, 2017 Bootcamp.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180213T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20171106T153250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T162010Z
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SUMMARY:Budgeting: A Strategic\, Team-Based Approach
DESCRIPTION:What does excellence in financial management look like? How can your organization set the stage for sustainable operations? Join us for a highly interactive workshop where you’ll learn what financial planning is really about\, how to build and communicate the different types of budgets you need to operate\, and more! \nTeams strongly encouraged to attend. Click here to register. \nPresenter: Andrea Mills\, Fiscal Management Associates \nWe are very grateful to our host\, Grace Farms Foundation.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/budgeting-strategic-team-based-approach/
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, 365 Lukes Wood Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180302
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20170725T131500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170725T131539Z
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SUMMARY:Fairfield County's Giving Day
DESCRIPTION:With our returning champion sponsor\, Bank of America\, we are committed to uplifting our nonprofit community and empowering every individual to make a difference. Since 2014\, donors from Fairfield County and beyond have given over $4.5 million to 667 local nonprofits. We invite you to join us\, and thousands more on March 1\, 2018 for an incredible 24 hours to give where you live. Together we thrive!
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fairfield-countys-giving-day/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,County Wide Fundraising Events,Foundation Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield County's Community Foundation":MAILTO:fcgives@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20171004T125139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T125139Z
UID:10000346-1524225600-1524231000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series: What's Next for Community Philanthropy?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this lively conversation on “What’s Next for Community Philanthropy” with Karen Brown\, Vice President of Innovation and Strategic Learning at Fairfield County’s Community Foundation. \nIn 2014\, The Monitor Institute published What’s Next for Community Philanthropy\, a tool kit to highlight six critical trends that will change the evolving community and philanthropic landscape in coming years. Fairfield County’s Community Foundation used this primer with our own Board of Directors and staff. Attend this workshop and you will: \n\nObtain a sneak peak into how community philanthropy organizations – such as community foundations and United Ways across the U.S. – are proactively responding to large-scale trends\nBrainstorm with fellow nonprofit leaders how you can use this primer to benefit your own organization\nGet a hard copy of the primer for use with your staff and board members\n\nClick here to register. Due to limited seating\, we request one representative per organization only. \nKAREN BROWN: Karen joined the Community Foundation in 1998. She is responsible for keeping us abreast of trends and best practices in the community foundation sector\, and promoting learning\, innovation and thought leadership. \nShe is a board member of Social Venture Partners Connecticut\, the Support Center for Nonprofit Management\, and serves on the program committee for the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy\, the steering committee for the Fairfield County Collaborative Fund for Affordable Housing\, and the Connecticut committee of the Regional Plan Association. \nKaren graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Brown University\, and holds a master’s degree in public and nonprofit administration from the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service at New York University. She co-founded the Wagner Alumni in Philanthropy Network. She received the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy’s Martha S. Newman Award for sustained and exemplary staff performance at a Connecticut foundation.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/lunch-learn-series-whats-next-community-philanthropy/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180403T135635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T135635Z
UID:10000359-1524571200-1524573000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:FCCF Community Conversations: Closing CT's Opportunity Gap
DESCRIPTION:Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation as we continue our “Community Conversations” webinar series on April 24\, 2018 with Jim Horan\, CEO of CT Association for Human Services. \nOur April webinar explores what has been effective in Connecticut to close the opportunity gap and what we need to do moving forward. We’ll also share more about the ways in which FCCF is working with partners to build strong communities across Fairfield County. \nClick here to register. \nView prior webinars in this series here.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fccf-community-conversations-closing-cts-opportunity-gap/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20171004T123839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T123933Z
UID:10000345-1526459400-1526484600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Purposeful Boards\, Powerful Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:Chuck Loring returns to Connecticut by popular demand to deliver this powerful\, full-day workshop focused on best practices in governance and fundraising. We’ll take a close look at board recruitment\, structure\, operations\, and culture to understand the correlation between effective boards and successful fundraising. \nAn ideal opportunity for Board/Staff teams\, this course offers insights on how to bring about a change in the culture and practices of your nonprofit board in ways that leverage the power of your board in your strategic fundraising efforts. \nA popular BoardSource workshop\, this intensive program covers: \n\nNonprofit trends that impact governance and fundraising\nThe principles of effective governance\nHow to build a board and create a governance model for your organization\nThe stages of board evolution\nHelping your board articulate the community value of your organization\nWhy successful fundraising is not about asking for money\n\nFee: $80 – includes breakfast and lunch \nClick here to register. \nAbout the Presenter: \nChuck V. Loring\, MBA\, CFRE\, is the senior partner of the Fort Lauderdale and Indianapolis-based firm of Loring\, Sternberg\, & Associates\, which provides fundraising and governance consulting services to nonprofits. Chuck is also a senior governance consultant for BoardSource\, offering expertise in board development and other governance issues to nonprofit boards across the country. \nChuck is a past president of the Indiana chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals\, is a Certified Fund Raising Executive\, and holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of California\, Santa Barbara (UCSB) and an MBA from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California. He is a former president of the University of California Alumni Association and a former trustee of the UCSB Foundation. \nChuck has helped hundreds of local and regional nonprofits across the country improve their governance\, including such prominent charities as Special Olympics\, Boys and Girls Clubs of America\, Girl Scouts USA\, The Alzheimer’s Association\, Easter Seals\, Planned Parenthood\, Feeding America\, and The Smithsonian National Museum of The American Indian.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/purposeful-boards-powerful-fundraising-2/
LOCATION:Pequot Library\, 720 Pequot Avenue\, Southport\, CT\, 06890\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180531T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20171213T165423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180522T132903Z
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SUMMARY:Fairfield County's Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with Grace Farms Foundation. Nonprofit staff and board members are invited to join us for Fairfield County’s Advocacy Day to boost your advocacy skills and build your network with other nonprofit leaders! \nClick here to register.\nKeynote Presentation: \n\nFrances Kunreuther – Building Movement Project\n\nPanel: \n\nAnka Badurina – Building One Community\nMaddie Granato – CT Women’s Education and Legal Fund\nLaura McCargar – Perrin Family Foundation\nVal Ramos – Everyday Democracy\n\nBreakout Sessions: \n\nWorkshop 1: The Nuts & Bolts of Lobbying! – Liz Brown\, E.C. Brown Consulting\nWorkshop 2: Incorporating Human Voice and Data for Great Storytelling – Mackenzie Rigg\, CT Mirror\nWorkshop 3: Building A Bigger Tent: Exploring and Securing New Partnerships – Krishna Patel\, Grace Farms Foundation\nWorkshop 4: Power\, Purpose\, and Influence: Essential Ingredients for an Effective Advocacy Campaign  – Jeff Shaw\, CT Community Nonprofit Alliance\n\n \nThis conference costs $35 and includes breakfast. Scholarships are available to cover the cost of attending the conference. Attendees are invited to extend their stay for lunch and networking in the Commons for an additional $15 – limited seating available. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fairfield-countys-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, 365 Lukes Wood Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180717T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180426T130003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T120755Z
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SUMMARY:Results-Based Accountability: The Basics and Performance Measures (Two Parts: July 17 & August 7)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Community Foundation for a two-part workshop on Results-Based Accountability (RBA). It is open to nonprofit organizations seeking to learn a powerful and practical way to measure impact\, manage performance\, and tell their story to strengthen their organization\, increase sustainability and improve community well-being. \nIn the first session on July 17\, you will: \n\nUnderstand the basic concepts and language of RBA\nLearn how to develop performance measures to evaluate your organization’s success and impact\nUnderstand why it’s important to relate your program to community-wide results\nLearn how and where RBA is being used in Connecticut\n\nIn the second session on August 7\, you will: \n\nUnderstand how performance measurement relates to program purpose and design\nRefine and construct “How much?”\, “How well?” and “Better Off”? performance measures\nGet feedback from your peers\nGet your questions answered\n\nBy registering\, you are committing to attend two 3-hour sessions on 7/17/18 and 8/7/18 (9:30am-12:30pm). Click here to register. Included in the fee will be three months of unlimited access to a recorded version of the webinar.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/results-based-accountability-basics-performance-measures-two-parts-july-17-august-7/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180718T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180718T131000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180611T173550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T122140Z
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SUMMARY:FCCF Community Conversations: Innovative Philanthropy to Close the Opportunity Gap
DESCRIPTION:Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation as we continue our “Community Conversations” webinar series on July 18\, 2018 with Tia Hodges\, Program Officer at Citi Foundation. \nOur July webinar explores the bold and innovative approach that the Citi Foundation has taken in their “Pathways to Progress” initiative to empower urban youth around the globe. \nClick here to register. \nView prior webinars in this series here.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fccf-community-conversations-innovative-philanthropy-to-close-the-opportunity-gap/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Brynne Bartiromo":MAILTO:bbartiromo@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180912T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180524T124858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T121022Z
UID:10000367-1536769800-1536778800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Board Chair Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Being a board chair can be a rewarding and challenging experience. As board chair\, you are charged with managing the board\, building an effective relationship with your Executive Director\, providing strategic leadership to the organization and more. With all these responsibilities the role can feel overwhelming at times\, but don’t despair. \nOur Board Chair Essentials workshops will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to be a more effective board chair. Attend this workshop and you will: \n\nGain confidence and feel more comfortable in your role as Board Chair\nGet the tools you need to navigate your relationship with the Executive Director and other Board Members\nUnderstand ways to effectively use an Executive Committee\nFeel confident leading effective board meetings\nLearn how to create and monitor board goals\n\nClick here to register. A light dinner will be provided. Please arrive for 4:15 pm. The workshop will start promptly at 4:30 pm. \nDEBRA HERTZ is Managing Director of The Strategy Group\, a strategic advisory firm that works to help strengthen the impact of non-profits and private foundations. The firm works with organizations on issues related to planning\, leadership training\, merger negotiations and integration\, and organizational effectiveness. She brings extensive work serving on and chairing boards.  Most recently\, she served as Chair of the Board of Liberation Programs\, Inc.\, a substance abuse treatment agency serving Fairfield County.  Her other current volunteer work includes serving as chair of the Darien Human Services Commission and on the Board of Directors of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy. In addition to her consulting work and volunteer service\, Debra teaches in the Graduate School of Social Services at Fordham University.  Prior to opening The Strategy Group\,  Debra served as Executive Director of the William Pitt Foundation\, a private foundation that focuses on education for low-income youth. Previously she served in several executive positions at a non-profit agency in Stamford\, CT serving families and women who are homeless\, persons with HIV/AIDS\, and individuals with mental illness. Debra received her Ph.D. and Master of Social Work from Fordham University and her B.A. in International Relational and Latin American Studies from American University.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/board-chair-essentials-3/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180711T164449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180711T164920Z
UID:10000384-1537459200-1537470000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Sustainability and Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will introduce participants to a comprehensive model and time-frame for assessing and managing Organizational Sustainability and Succession. Participants can expect the following outcomes: \n\nFamiliarity with the Sustainability and Succession planning frame\, with attention to leadership and staff development\nUnderstanding of key trends effecting mission and organizational sustainability\nInitial assessment of participant’s organizational readiness using the “Sustainability Assessment Checklist”\nActionable next steps\n\nAt the conclusion of the workshop all participating organizations will be offered a follow-up phone coaching session to take place within three months of the completion of the workshop\, and will focus on implementing the outcomes of the workshop in their organizational planning processes. \nThis workshop is meant for Executive Directors and their Board Chair (or other appropriate board member). A maximum of 2 attendees per organization is allowed. The fee to participate is $125 per organization\, and includes coaching time up to three months after the workshop. \nThe workshop will be led by Stewart Lanier of TSNE MissionWorks\, a leader in New England in guiding and facilitating nonprofit organizational assessments\, strategic planning\, organizational and executive transitions. \nThis workshop is by invitation only. If you are interested in participating\, please contact kjohnson@fccfoundation.org.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/introduction-to-sustainability-and-succession-planning/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180710T124640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180710T124720Z
UID:10000382-1540458000-1540483200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Data Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Data Bootcamp is a day-long training focused on data analysis and data visualization for nonprofit professionals. Our users are looking for opportunities to learn in a hands-on workshop style and to have supportive instructors close at hand. In the first half of the day\, we will practice data analysis in spreadsheeting format\, including constructing formulas\, creating pivot tables and generating descriptive statistics. In the afternoon\, we will explore data visualization as an analytical tool and for reporting purposes. We will learn ways to enhance basic data viz in Excel and Google Sheets and before exploring other dataviz programs including Tableau. \nLed by the Connecticut Data Collaborative. \nClick here to register. Fee includes lunch.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/data-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180618T003414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180628T151935Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Series: Part 1 - Nonprofit Website 3.0
DESCRIPTION:This class will show you how to get the most out of the investments you’ve already made in current websites… And if you are thinking about a new or upgraded website\, this class is an absolute must. \nIn Nonprofit Website 3.0\, you will learn: \n\nThe essential principles of creating a third-generation website (websites 3.0)\nThe three critical homepage mistakes nonprofits are making\nWhy nonprofit websites are terrible for driving online donations — and what you can do about it.\nHow mobile has transformed basic elements of web design\nGetting “sticky” site traffic so that online visitors become donors\, clients and advocates\nHow to get a Google AdWords Grant to work hard bringing the right clients\, donors and advocates to your webpage.\nWhat to look for in a web designers/developer …. and to manage them now and over time.\n\nThis workshop is part of a four-part series intended to support nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2019. Attendees are welcome to sign up for individual workshops or the entire series here. A certificate in Nonprofit Digital Marketing will be awarded to people attending the entire series. Accredited 12 CFRE credits for Certified Fundraising Executive continuing education units. \nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-1-nonprofit-website-3-0/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Breslin":MAILTO:kbreslin@ctnonprofitalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180614T172706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T121302Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Data for Grants
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this interactive conversation on “Finding Data for Grants” with Mark Abraham\, Executive Director of DataHaven. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/finding-data-for-grants/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180618T003616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T174929Z
UID:10000376-1542272400-1542283200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Series: Part 2 - Powerful Social Networking
DESCRIPTION:Social networks are powerhouses of change and they were not invented by Facebook\, Twitter or LinkedIn!  Humankind naturally creates social networks. Nonprofits have long used the power of social networking for advocacy\, community building and fundraising. The digital age is providing new and quick ways to widely build and activate human networks. \nIn Powerful Social Networking\, you will learn: \n\nThe essential\, unchanging rules of social networks – online and offline\nHow to select the social network platforms – Facebook\, Twitter\, LinkedIn\, etc. -best for your nonprofit\nSecrets to going viral with crowdfunding and peer-to-peer fundraising\nFive things you can do immediately to become a more effective social networker\nAnd much more…\n\nThis workshop is part of a four-part series intended to support nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2019. Attendees are welcome to sign up for individual workshops or the entire series here. A certificate in Nonprofit Digital Marketing will be awarded to people attending the entire series. Accredited 12 CFRE credits for Certified Fundraising Executive continuing education units. \nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-2-powerful-social-networking/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Breslin":MAILTO:kbreslin@ctnonprofitalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180618T003747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T175038Z
UID:10000378-1544086800-1544097600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Series: Part 3 - The ABC's of Digital Copywriting and Content Creation
DESCRIPTION:Are people bothering to listen to what your nonprofit is saying? The truth is that many nonprofits are sending out lots of communications\, but too few people are listening. In this training\, you’ll learn how to create digital content that stands out and get people to act. \nThis workshop is part of a four-part series intended to support nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2019. Attendees are welcome to sign up for individual workshops or the entire series here. A certificate in Nonprofit Digital Marketing will be awarded to people attending the entire series. Accredited 12 CFRE credits for Certified Fundraising Executive continuing education units. \nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-3-the-abcs-of-digital-copywriting-and-content-creation/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Breslin":MAILTO:kbreslin@ctnonprofitalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T185049
CREATED:20180614T172735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T121118Z
UID:10000370-1544605200-1544612400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:The annual Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Norwalk-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators on issues affecting our region. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-norwalk-nonprofit-legislative-forum-3/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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