Fueling Communities – Danbury, Mothership Coffee and Bakery   Friday, December 6th, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (In-person)   We’re thrilled to announce that Fueling Communities is back for its second Fall season! This time, we’re focusing on our county’s vibrant City Centers. Join us in Norwalk, Bridgeport, Stamford, and Danbury for a chance to connect with [ ... ] 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 the second Thursday of each month and offer an opportunity to learn and grow together in the nonprofit field.  *No April meeting to account for [ ... ] 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, members build valuable relationships, exchange ideas, and develop solutions to common challenges. Together, we’ll foster a stronger, more resilient nonprofit sector in Fairfield County. REGISTER [ ... ] 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. Through shared experiences and peer support, members exchange ideas, tackle common challenges, and build valuable relationships. Together, we will strengthen our skills, share innovative strategies, [ ... ] 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 peer connection, shared learning, and practical insights to help new EDs grow in their leadership and strengthen their organizations. REGISTER NOW  

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 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 [ ... ] 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 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 »

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 Western Connecticut. Sessions are held on the second Thursday of each month and offer an opportunity to learn and grow together in the nonprofit field. [ ... ] 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 »

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 [ ... ] 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 [ ... ] 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 [ ... ] Continue reading »

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 [ ... ] Continue reading »

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 [ ... ] Continue reading »