The Fund for Women & Girls sponsoring Norwalk Film Festival screening of RATIFIED 7PM Saturday feature RATIFIED, a documentary about the ongoing efforts to pass the Equal Rights Amendment. The [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us for Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management, a free 8-part virtual series presented in collaboration with United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut. Sessions are held on [ ... ] Continue reading »
February 20, 10:00 -11:00 AM (Virtual) The Development Community of Practice is a collaborative space for nonprofit professionals to connect, learn, and grow together. Through shared experiences and peer support, [ ... ] Continue reading »
February 26, 10:00 -11:00 AM (Virtual) The Program Professionals Community of Practice is a collaborative space for program directors, planners, staff, and support professionals to connect, learn, and grow together. [ ... ] Continue reading »
February 27, 10:00 -11:00 AM (Virtual) The New Executive Directors Community of Practice is a supportive network for nonprofit leaders in their first three years of service. This space offers [ ... ] Continue reading »
March 7th, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (In-Person) Join us for this month’s Fueling Community gathering at Neat Coffee in Darien! Connect with fellow nonprofit professionals, share ideas, and expand [ ... ] Continue reading »
March 11, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Virtual) Foundations of Partnership is a three-part series designed to help participants build a collaborative mindset, embrace new partnerships, and develop the soft [ ... ] Continue reading »
March 13, 9:30 - 11:00 AM (Virtual) Join us for Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management, a free 8-part virtual series presented in collaboration with United Way of Coastal and [ ... ] Continue reading »
In Community Conversation Series: Kwame Owusu-Kesse, CEO of Harlem Children’s Zone Fairfield County's Community Foundation Welcomes Kwame Owusu-Kesse, CEO of Harlem Children’s Zone, to Discuss Groundbreaking National Model to Break [ ... ] Continue reading »
The Time is Now: Engaging Women in Public Leadership A Women’s Leadership Lunch & Learn Please join us for an intimate Lunch & Learn with a panel of local women [ ... ] Continue reading »
April 4, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (In-Person) Join us for this month’s Fueling Community gathering at Frenchies Coffee Bar in Stratford! Connect with fellow nonprofit professionals, share ideas, and [ ... ] Continue reading »
April 10, 10:00 - 11:30 AM (Virtual) Join Abby Anderson of The Justice Walk for a deep and thoughtful conversation about equity within your organization. Gain valuable insights and actionable tips [ ... ] Continue reading »
April 15, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Virtual) Foundations of Partnership is a three-part series designed to help participants build a collaborative mindset, embrace new partnerships, and develop the soft [ ... ] Continue reading »
EVENT POSTPONED Due to unexpected circumstances, our upcoming event has been postponed. We apologize for any inconvenience and will share the new date as soon as it is confirmed. If you have not yet registered but would like to be notified when the new date is announced, please email Carolina Arriaga, Events & Marketing Manager, [ ... ] Continue reading »
Local venue & speakers to be announced soon. Have a question or want to know more about sponsorship for you and a group of friends or colleagues? Email info@fccfoundation.org
May 8, 9:00 - 11:30 AM (Virtual) Join us for Soup to Nuts: Fundamentals of Nonprofit Management, a free 8-part virtual series presented in collaboration with United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut. Sessions are held on the second Thursday of each month and offer an opportunity to learn and grow together in the nonprofit [ ... ] Continue reading »
May 14, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Virtual) Foundations of Partnership is a three-part series designed to help participants build a collaborative mindset, embrace new partnerships, and develop the soft skills needed for success. Participants will explore the principles that foster collaboration, focusing on: Communication Trust, and respect, Learn how to identify shared goals Engage [ ... ] 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 the day-to-day hustle and indulge in self-discovery to foster innovative ideas, enhance problem-solving skills, and cultivate broad-mindedness for both your personal and professional well-being. Learn [ ... ] 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 of Coastal and Western Connecticut. Sessions are held on the second Thursday of each month and offer an opportunity to learn and grow together in [ ... ] 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 rolling hills. Your $10 ticket includes a curated wine flight, pairings, and light bites. Come as you are, bring a colleague, and enjoy a well-deserved [ ... ] Continue reading »
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation invites you to a celebration of Black Philanthropy Month! Gather with friends from across the county as we connect and celebrate the ways we each give of our Time, Talent, Ties, Treasure, and Testimony – in support of building a Fairfield County that works better for all of us! The evening [ ... ] 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. Don’t miss this opportunity to build meaningful relationships and strengthen our community! As always, coffee is on us. No need to register, just show up! [ ... ] 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 invite nonprofit professionals, members of The Allies community, friends, and colleagues to come together for connection, support, and inspiration. Whether you're looking to exchange ideas, [ ... ] Continue reading »
Policy updates, Tax changes, Local impacts, and Tips to optimize your giving. Join us for a review of upcoming federal tax changes (OBBBA), ways to optimize your 2025 charitable giving, and a discussion about the challenges faced by Fairfield County residents and the organizations that serve them. Speakers & Topics Mendi Blue Paca, President & [ ... ] Continue reading »
In Fairfield County… 27% of renters spend more than 50% of their income on housing costs.* 38% of households spend more than 30% of their income on housing costs.* *Source: [ ... ] 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
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