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 below or just [ ... ] 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 »

Join us for the sixth 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

Discover the keys to building a vibrant, inclusive workforce! Don't miss our exclusive virtual webinar led by Tara Berlingo, FCCF’s Vice President of People & Culture. Gain invaluable insights into equitable hiring practices that empower you to attract a diverse range of top-tier candidates. Learn how fostering representation within your organization leads to unparalleled success. [ ... ] Continue reading »

FUEL YOUR NONPROFIT MARKETING WITH LEARNING & NETWORKING. Sponsored by  Alpha Graphics  &  Dot Think Design At the heart of every nonprofit is a powerful story waiting to be shared, [ ... ] Continue reading »

Sharing embodied practices that support our sense of safety, build resilience through thoughtful and accessible self-care, and share the science behind the negativity bias and how to shift into gratitude. Register Now

Come and be a part of something special at our next Leaders of Color Networking Night event! We're thrilled to gather with you to celebrate the launch of our Greater Bridgeport grant opportunity, Arts in the Service of Equity. This evening is all about forging meaningful connections, drawing inspiration, and celebrating the incredible synergy between [ ... ] Continue reading »

The Center for Nonprofit Excellence is excited to launch our new ASCEND series, for entry and midlevel career nonprofit professionals aspiring to step into management and leadership positions. This three-hour workshop facilitated by Winston Strategic Partners combines lectures and group discussions on several topics including communication in motion, executive presence, and inclusive leadership. Leaders will [ ... ] Continue reading »