Imagination as Strategy for Leaders of Color
May 30, 10:30 AM - 12:30 AM (Virtual) Join Kristiana Smith for an interactive virtual convening designed to help you reconnect with your creative side. Take a step away from [ ... ] Continue reading »
May 30, 10:30 AM - 12:30 AM (Virtual) Join Kristiana Smith for an interactive virtual convening designed to help you reconnect with your creative side. Take a step away from [ ... ] Continue reading »
June 12, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM (Virtual) Join us for the last Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management in this year’s series, presented in collaboration with United Way [ ... ] Continue reading »
June 18, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Celebrate and unwind with us at a special networking evening. No presentations—just good company, local wines, delicious snacks, and the peaceful backdrop of [ ... ] Continue reading »
September 5, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (In-Person) Join us in Monroe to connect with fellow nonprofit professionals, share ideas, and expand your network in a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere. [ ... ] Continue reading »
Brewing Community is a fresh twist on our popular Fueling Community coffee meetups only this time, we’re raising a glass after hours. Now held quarterly, these casual happy hour gatherings [ ... ] Continue reading »
For our January session, join us as we welcome Mariana Serrano for Reimagining Fundraising: From Transactional Giving to Transformative. This session will explore how nonprofits can move beyond transactional giving to build deeper, values-aligned relationships that support long-term impact. Register Now
Join us at Elicit Brewing in Fairfield for an evening of hops and hang outs. Let’s reconnect over our work in the new year and decompress after a few weeks back. Tickets: $10 — drinks and snacks included. Get your tickets now! Register Now
Designed for those newer to advocacy or looking to scale early efforts, this webinar—led by Nonprofit VOTE—will provide an introduction to voter engagement. Participants will learn why engaging voters is important (and effective!) for nonprofits, the dos and don’ts of remaining nonpartisan, and key concepts and strategies for engaging voters, including how to begin building [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us at HMTX for this practical session designed for nonprofit leaders who want to better understand their organization’s cyber risks—without needing a technical background. Participants will learn the basics of cybersecurity, common threats facing nonprofits, and simple, actionable steps leaders can take to protect their organizations, staff, and the communities they serve. Cost: $200 [ ... ] Continue reading »
For our February session, join us as we welcome Eva Liu for Leveraging Simple AI Tools to Unlock Fundraising and Development Capacity. Learn how simple, accessible AI tools can help nonprofits unlock new fundraising and development capacity. Register Now
Numbers alone rarely move people — stories do. In this interactive session, participants will learn how to transform raw data into compelling narratives that inspire action, strengthen funding proposals, and communicate impact clearly to boards, donors, and community members. Through hands-on exercises and real-world nonprofit examples, attendees will gain practical strategies for framing data for [ ... ] Continue reading »
Nonprofits collect valuable qualitative data every day — from surveys to interviews to community feedback — but analyzing it can feel overwhelming. This session equips participants with practical tools to systematically organize, code, and identify patterns and themes in qualitative data. Attendees will learn how to translate insights into actionable strategies, strengthen program outcomes, and [ ... ] Continue reading »
March 6, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (In-Person) Fueling Community is a casual, relationship-centered gathering for nonprofit leaders to connect over coffee and conversation. With no formal agenda, this event provides a relaxed environment to share what you’re working on, exchange ideas, and build meaningful peer connections across organizations. Space is limited. Coffee and snacks [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us March 12 for Reimagining Fundraising: From Transactional Giving to Transformation Session Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Strengthen 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. Each 90-minute session dives into a key [ ... ] Continue reading »
In partnership with LifeBridge Community Services The first session of our Spring series equips participants with tools to strengthen organizational and personal resilience. Using the Community Resiliency Model (CRM), participants [ ... ] Continue reading »
The nonprofit sector is famously tight on resources, and many of us know this to be our reality. Yet, we are rich in community. Join us for this Offers & [ ... ] Continue reading »
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 [ ... ] Continue reading »
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 [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. [ ... ] Continue reading »
May 1, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (In-Person) After two years connecting with nonprofit leaders across almost every town in Fairfield County, we’re finishing the journey with our northern neighbors. [ ... ] Continue reading »
May 1, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (In-Person) After two years connecting with nonprofit leaders across almost every town in Fairfield County, we’re finishing the journey with our northern neighbors. [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us May 14 for Website Strategy for Fundraising Success Session Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Strengthen your nonprofit from the inside out through Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us June 11 for Finding Your Best-Fit Donors Session Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Strengthen your nonprofit from the inside out through Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management — [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us for a brief introduction to CNE's Communities of Practice before our new program year begins in September. Learn about each community, who it's designed for, and how peer learning, practical resources, and individualized one-on-one coaching can help you grow professionally while strengthening your organization. Register Now
Rescheduled from earlier this month — we're hoping our new Thursday afternoon date gives even more of our nonprofit community a chance to join us! Sometimes the best conversations happen [ ... ] Continue reading »
Build new relationships over coffee and breakfast with nonprofit professionals, community partners, businesses, and residents from across Fairfield County. Join us for a relaxed morning of conversation, connection, and community [ ... ] Continue reading »
Roll up your sleeves and explore today's most useful AI tools through live demonstrations and guided practice designed specifically for nonprofit professionals. Come ready to experiment, ask questions, and discover [ ... ] Continue reading »
Discover practical strategies for recruiting, engaging, recognizing, and retaining volunteers while creating meaningful experiences that strengthen your organization and community. Register Now
Join Nicole Sanclemente, Community Partnership Liaison with the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority, for an informative introduction to Connecticut Paid Leave and how this important resource supports Connecticut workers and families. Learn who may be eligible, what types of leave are covered, how to apply, and where to find additional information and support. You'll also have [ ... ] Continue reading »
Presented in partnership with Pro Bono Partnership, this session will cover key legal considerations for nonprofits, including governance, employment, contracts, compliance, risk management, and when to seek legal guidance. You'll also learn about free legal resources available through Pro Bono Partnership. Register Now
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