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SUMMARY:Discover CNE's Communities of Practice
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/discover-cne-communities-of-practice/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/discover-cne-communities-of-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T160000
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CREATED:20260814T185621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T143818Z
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SUMMARY:Sprinkling Community – Trumbull
DESCRIPTION: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! \nSometimes the best conversations happen over ice cream. Join us for a relaxed afternoon of casual conversation\, meaningful connections\, and a sweet treat while expanding your professional network. Come as you are\, connect with colleagues old and new\, and enjoy a little more summer with your nonprofit community. \nTreats are on us! \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/sprinkling-community-trumbull/
LOCATION:Plaskos Cafe\, 670 Daniels Farm Rd\, Trumbull\, CT\, 06611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T123000
DTSTAMP:20260812T212938Z
CREATED:20260812T212938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T212938Z
UID:10000611-1788519600-1788525000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fueling Community – Greenwich
DESCRIPTION: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 building. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fueling-community-greenwich/
LOCATION:Coffee for Good\, 48 Maple Avenue\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T133000
DTSTAMP:20260813T160355Z
CREATED:20260812T221144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T160355Z
UID:10000613-1789475400-1789479000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:AI Playground
DESCRIPTION: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 practical ways to put AI to work in your organization. \nLunch will be provided. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/ai-playground/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T113000
DTSTAMP:20260817T143027Z
CREATED:20260812T214303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T143027Z
UID:10000612-1790071200-1790076600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Volunteerism
DESCRIPTION:Discover practical strategies for recruiting\, engaging\, recognizing\, and retaining volunteers while creating meaningful experiences that strengthen your organization and community. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/the-power-of-volunteerism/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/the-power-of-volunteerism/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T133000
DTSTAMP:20260921T225929Z
CREATED:20260916T145242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T225929Z
UID:10000620-1790251200-1790256600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Birthing Justice Session 1: The Crisis We Cannot Ignore
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Four-Part Learning Series\nCo-hosted by the Black Maternal Health Initiative of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation and the CT Collective for Women & Girls \nSponsored by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, The American Association of University Women of Connecticut (AAUW-CT)\, and the Connecticut Health Foundation \nBlack mothers and birthing people continue to experience profound disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes across Connecticut. Birthing Justice is a four-part Fairfield County-based learning and advocacy series designed to bring community members\, advocates\, doulas\, community health workers\, parents\, and partners together to better understand the crisis\, explore community-centered solutions\, and build the skills and collective voice needed to advance change. \nAcross three virtual conversations\, participants will explore the data\, lived experiences\, workforce solutions\, and policy landscape shaping Black maternal health in Fairfield County and across Connecticut. The series will culminate in an in-person gathering in Hartford\, bringing Fairfield County voices and priorities into the statewide conversation as we prepare for Connecticut’s 2027 legislative session. \nTogether\, we’ll move from awareness to advocacy and from advocacy to action. \nSession Schedule\nSession 1: The Crisis We Cannot Ignore\nUnderstanding Black Maternal Health in Connecticut\nThursday\, September 24\, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM | Virtual \nUnderstand the data\, hear directly from those closest to the issue\, and explore the systems and policies shaping Black maternal health in Fairfield County and across Connecticut. \nSession 2: From Blueprint to Practice\nWorkforce Needs and Solutions\nThursday\, October 22\, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM | Virtual \nExplore community-centered solutions\, including the critical roles of doulas and community health workers\, and examine the policy and implementation barriers that can prevent culturally responsive care from reaching more families. \nSession 3: Your Voice Is the Policy\nAdvocacy Skills for the 2027 Legislative Session\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 | 6:00–7:30 PM | Virtual \nLearn how Connecticut’s legislative process works\, explore emerging maternal health policy priorities\, and practice turning lived experience and community knowledge into meaningful advocacy. \nSession 4: Birthing Justice Action Summit\nFairfield County Goes to Hartford\nWinter 2027 | In Person in Hartford\, CT \nBring the learning\, relationships\, and advocacy skills developed throughout the series to the state level. Participants will come together in Hartford to elevate Fairfield County voices and prepare to engage policymakers during Connecticut’s 2027 legislative session. Date and details to come! \nWho Should Attend?\nCommunity members\, parents\, doulas\, community health workers\, nonprofit and faith leaders\, advocates\, health professionals\, and anyone interested in advancing Black maternal health and birth equity in Connecticut. \nNo prior policy or advocacy experience is required. All sessions are free to attend. \nAttend one session or join us throughout the series as we learn\, connect\, build our collective voice\, and work toward a Connecticut where Black mothers and birthing people have access to safe\, respectful\, and culturally responsive care. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/birthing-justice-session-1-the-crisis-we-cannot-ignore/
CATEGORIES:Fund for Women & Girls
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LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/birthing-justice-session-1-the-crisis-we-cannot-ignore/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T161142Z
CREATED:20260813T150406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T161142Z
UID:10000614-1790780400-1790784000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Connecticut Paid Leave
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearn 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 an opportunity to ask questions and gain practical information you can share with your colleagues and community. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/understanding-connecticut-paid-leave/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/understanding-CT-paid-leave.jpg
LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/understanding-connecticut-paid-leave/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T140000
DTSTAMP:20260813T163056Z
CREATED:20260813T151033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T163056Z
UID:10000615-1791291600-1791295200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Legal Essentials for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/legal-essentials-for-nonprofits/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/legal-essentials-for-nonprofits-1.jpg
LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/legal-essentials-for-nonprofits/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270610T103000
DTSTAMP:20261014T153408Z
CREATED:20260814T190131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T153408Z
UID:10000619-1791451800-1812623400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Soup to Nuts: Nonprofit Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Back by Popular Demand!\nThis October\, Soup to Nuts: Nonprofit Fundamentals returns for another year of practical\, accessible professional development designed for nonprofit professionals at every stage of their careers. The series is hosted in partnership with United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut and sponsored by Wells Fargo. \nThis year’s series will focus on the essential skills that help nonprofit professionals grow\, lead\, communicate\, and collaborate more effectively. Sessions will feature experienced speakers sharing practical tools\, strategies\, and insights you can put to work right away. \nRegister now to receive updates as this year’s speakers\, topics\, and session details are announced! \nWhether you join us for one session or the full series\, Soup to Nuts is an opportunity to build your skills\, connect with fellow nonprofit professionals\, and add new tools to your professional toolkit. \nRegister Now \nWe collect demographic information to help us better understand and serve our nonprofit community. Information such as race\, ethnicity\, and gender helps us assess who our programs are reaching\, identify gaps in access and participation\, and ensure our offerings are responsive to our community. Demographic information is used only in aggregate and is not used to determine eligibility or participation. \n\n The Soup to Nuts Fundamentals series is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsor\, Wells Fargo.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/soup-to-nuts-nonprofit-fundamentals-2026/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/soup-to-nuts-nonprofit-fundamentals-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T193000
DTSTAMP:20260813T154432Z
CREATED:20260813T154432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T154432Z
UID:10000616-1792085400-1792092600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating Community: Hispanic Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the rich cultures\, histories\, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino nonprofit professionals while building new relationships and strengthening connections across our nonprofit community. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/celebrating-community-hispanic-heritage-month/
LOCATION:Ola Latin Kitchen\, 694 Brooklawn Ave\, Bridgeport\, CT\, 06604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T133000
DTSTAMP:20260921T230120Z
CREATED:20260916T145859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T230120Z
UID:10000621-1792670400-1792675800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Birthing Justice Session 2: From Blueprint to Practice
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Four-Part Learning Series\nCo-hosted by the Black Maternal Health Initiative of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation and the CT Collective for Women & Girls \nSponsored by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, The American Association of University Women of Connecticut (AAUW-CT) and the Connecticut Health Foundation \nBlack mothers and birthing people continue to experience profound disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes across Connecticut. Birthing Justice is a four-part Fairfield County-based learning and advocacy series designed to bring community members\, advocates\, doulas\, community health workers\, parents\, and partners together to better understand the crisis\, explore community-centered solutions\, and build the skills and collective voice needed to advance change. \nAcross three virtual conversations\, participants will explore the data\, lived experiences\, workforce solutions\, and policy landscape shaping Black maternal health in Fairfield County and across Connecticut. The series will culminate in an in-person gathering in Hartford\, bringing Fairfield County voices and priorities into the statewide conversation as we prepare for Connecticut’s 2027 legislative session. \nTogether\, we’ll move from awareness to advocacy and from advocacy to action. \nSession Schedule\nSession 1: The Crisis We Cannot Ignore\nUnderstanding Black Maternal Health in Connecticut\nThursday\, September 24\, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM | Virtual \nUnderstand the data\, hear directly from those closest to the issue\, and explore the systems and policies shaping Black maternal health in Fairfield County and across Connecticut. \nSession 2: From Blueprint to Practice\nWorkforce Needs and Solutions\nThursday\, October 22\, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM | Virtual \nExplore community-centered solutions\, including the critical roles of doulas and community health workers\, and examine the policy and implementation barriers that can prevent culturally responsive care from reaching more families. \nSession 3: Your Voice Is the Policy\nAdvocacy Skills for the 2027 Legislative Session\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 | 6:00–7:30 PM | Virtual \nLearn how Connecticut’s legislative process works\, explore emerging maternal health policy priorities\, and practice turning lived experience and community knowledge into meaningful advocacy. \nSession 4: Birthing Justice Action Summit\nFairfield County Goes to Hartford\nWinter 2027 | In Person in Hartford\, CT \nBring the learning\, relationships\, and advocacy skills developed throughout the series to the state level. Participants will come together in Hartford to elevate Fairfield County voices and prepare to engage policymakers during Connecticut’s 2027 legislative session. Date and details to come! \nWho Should Attend?\nCommunity members\, parents\, doulas\, community health workers\, nonprofit and faith leaders\, advocates\, health professionals\, and anyone interested in advancing Black maternal health and birth equity in Connecticut. \nNo prior policy or advocacy experience is required. All sessions are free to attend. \nAttend one session or join us throughout the series as we learn\, connect\, build our collective voice\, and work toward a Connecticut where Black mothers and birthing people have access to safe\, respectful\, and culturally responsive care. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/birthing-justice-session-2-from-blueprint-to-practice/
CATEGORIES:Fund for Women & Girls
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LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/birthing-justice-session-2-from-blueprint-to-practice/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T130000
DTSTAMP:20261013T192220Z
CREATED:20261013T173049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T192220Z
UID:10000623-1794826800-1794834000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Allies Advocacy: Post-Election Debrief
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Building Skills & Community: A Three-Part Series\nConnect with others who care about advocacy while building the knowledge\, confidence\, and practical skills to engage effectively in Connecticut’s policy process. These interactive sessions are led in partnership with FCCF’s lobbying partners at Gallo & Robinson. \nSESSION SCHEDULE\nPreparing for the 2027 Legislative Session (in-person)\nMonday\, November 16 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | FCCF\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk \nGet oriented to CT’s legislative landscape and what to expect in the 2027 session. We’ll explore how the November election results will shape leadership and the balance of power in state government and what those changes could mean for the legislative year ahead. \nWe’ll also present FCCF’s inaugural Legislative Ally Award\, recognizing a state legislator whose advocacy\, leadership\, and dedication to public service have helped ensure that Fairfield County residents have a fair opportunity to thrive. \nMoving to Action: FCCF’s 2027 Advocacy Agenda (online)\nTuesday\, December 8 | 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn about FCCF’s 2027 policy priorities and the broader context shaping the upcoming legislative session. We’ll explore what’s at stake\, where there may be opportunities for progress\, and how you can get involved with the issues that matter most to you. \nTools for Change: Making the Most of Your Voice (online)\nMonday\, January 11 | 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | Zoom \nReady to turn your interest into action? We’ll break down the practical nuts and bolts of effective advocacy—and\, good news\, it’s easier than you might think. Learn how to navigate the Connecticut General Assembly website\, track public hearings\, submit testimony\, and make your case through written or verbal testimony. We’ll also share practical tips for communicating with elected officials by email\, phone\, and other forms of advocacy throughout the legislative session. \nSign Up Today for the Series or Individual Events >
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/allies-advocacy-post-election-debrief/
LOCATION:FCCF Offices\, 40 Richards Avenue\, 4th Floor\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T140000
DTSTAMP:20261014T153526Z
CREATED:20260813T155132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T153526Z
UID:10000617-1795003200-1795010400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Offers & Needs Market
DESCRIPTION:The best partnerships often begin with a simple conversation. \nJoin us for a fast-paced\, interactive networking session designed to connect nonprofit professionals around what they can offer and what they need. Whether you’re looking for volunteers\, board members\, funding opportunities\, collaborators\, meeting space\, professional expertise\, or a thought partner\, this session creates space to make meaningful connections. \nCome ready to share your organization’s current offers and needs\, meet potential partners\, exchange resources\, and discover new opportunities to collaborate. \nRegister Now \n\nVirtual Offers & Needs Market is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsor\, Wells Fargo.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/virtual-offers-needs-market/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/virtual-offers-needs-market/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260921T225821Z
CREATED:20260916T150019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T225821Z
UID:10000622-1795111200-1795116600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Birthing Justice Session 3: Your Voice Is the Policy
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Four-Part Learning Series\nCo-hosted by the Black Maternal Health Initiative of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation and the CT Collective for Women & Girls \nSponsored by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, The American Association of University Women of Connecticut (AAUW-CT)\, and the Connecticut Health Foundation \nBlack mothers and birthing people continue to experience profound disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes across Connecticut. Birthing Justice is a four-part Fairfield County-based learning and advocacy series designed to bring community members\, advocates\, doulas\, community health workers\, parents\, and partners together to better understand the crisis\, explore community-centered solutions\, and build the skills and collective voice needed to advance change. \nAcross three virtual conversations\, participants will explore the data\, lived experiences\, workforce solutions\, and policy landscape shaping Black maternal health in Fairfield County and across Connecticut. The series will culminate in an in-person gathering in Hartford\, bringing Fairfield County voices and priorities into the statewide conversation as we prepare for Connecticut’s 2027 legislative session. \nTogether\, we’ll move from awareness to advocacy and from advocacy to action. \nSession Schedule\nSession 1: The Crisis We Cannot Ignore\nUnderstanding Black Maternal Health in Connecticut\nThursday\, September 24\, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM | Virtual \nUnderstand the data\, hear directly from those closest to the issue\, and explore the systems and policies shaping Black maternal health in Fairfield County and across Connecticut. \nSession 2: From Blueprint to Practice\nWorkforce Needs and Solutions\nThursday\, October 22\, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 PM | Virtual \nExplore community-centered solutions\, including the critical roles of doulas and community health workers\, and examine the policy and implementation barriers that can prevent culturally responsive care from reaching more families. \nSession 3: Your Voice Is the Policy\nAdvocacy Skills for the 2027 Legislative Session\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 | 6:00–7:30 PM | Virtual \nLearn how Connecticut’s legislative process works\, explore emerging maternal health policy priorities\, and practice turning lived experience and community knowledge into meaningful advocacy. \nSession 4: Birthing Justice Action Summit\nFairfield County Goes to Hartford\nWinter 2027 | In Person in Hartford\, CT \nBring the learning\, relationships\, and advocacy skills developed throughout the series to the state level. Participants will come together in Hartford to elevate Fairfield County voices and prepare to engage policymakers during Connecticut’s 2027 legislative session. Date and details to come! \nWho Should Attend?\nCommunity members\, parents\, doulas\, community health workers\, nonprofit and faith leaders\, advocates\, health professionals\, and anyone interested in advancing Black maternal health and birth equity in Connecticut. \nNo prior policy or advocacy experience is required. All sessions are free to attend. \nAttend one session or join us throughout the series as we learn\, connect\, build our collective voice\, and work toward a Connecticut where Black mothers and birthing people have access to safe\, respectful\, and culturally responsive care. \nRegister Now
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/birthing-justice-session-3-your-voice-is-the-policy/
CATEGORIES:Fund for Women & Girls
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fccfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Session-3.png
LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/birthing-justice-session-3-your-voice-is-the-policy/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20261013T191921Z
CREATED:20261013T173842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T191921Z
UID:10000624-1796729400-1796734800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Allies Advocacy: FCCF’s 2027 Advocacy Agenda
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Building Skills & Community: A Three-Part Series\nConnect with others who care about advocacy while building the knowledge\, confidence\, and practical skills to engage effectively in Connecticut’s policy process. These interactive sessions are led in partnership with FCCF’s lobbying partners at Gallo & Robinson. \nSESSION SCHEDULE\nPreparing for the 2027 Legislative Session (in-person)\nMonday\, November 16 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | FCCF\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk \nGet oriented to CT’s legislative landscape and what to expect in the 2027 session. We’ll explore how the November election results will shape leadership and the balance of power in state government and what those changes could mean for the legislative year ahead. \nWe’ll also present FCCF’s inaugural Legislative Ally Award\, recognizing a state legislator whose advocacy\, leadership\, and dedication to public service have helped ensure that Fairfield County residents have a fair opportunity to thrive. \nMoving to Action: FCCF’s 2027 Advocacy Agenda (online)\nTuesday\, December 8 | 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn about FCCF’s 2027 policy priorities and the broader context shaping the upcoming legislative session. We’ll explore what’s at stake\, where there may be opportunities for progress\, and how you can get involved with the issues that matter most to you. \nTools for Change: Making the Most of Your Voice (online)\nMonday\, January 11 | 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | Zoom \nReady to turn your interest into action? We’ll break down the practical nuts and bolts of effective advocacy—and\, good news\, it’s easier than you might think. Learn how to navigate the Connecticut General Assembly website\, track public hearings\, submit testimony\, and make your case through written or verbal testimony. We’ll also share practical tips for communicating with elected officials by email\, phone\, and other forms of advocacy throughout the legislative session. \nSign Up Today for the Series or Individual Events >
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/allies-advocacy-fccfs-2027-advocacy-agenda/
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LOCATION:https://fccfoundation.org/event/allies-advocacy-fccfs-2027-advocacy-agenda/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270111T133000
DTSTAMP:20261013T191953Z
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SUMMARY:Allies Advocacy: Making the Most of Your Voice
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Building Skills & Community: A Three-Part Series\nConnect with others who care about advocacy while building the knowledge\, confidence\, and practical skills to engage effectively in Connecticut’s policy process. These interactive sessions are led in partnership with FCCF’s lobbying partners at Gallo & Robinson. \nSESSION SCHEDULE\nPreparing for the 2027 Legislative Session (in-person)\nMonday\, November 16 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | FCCF\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk \nGet oriented to CT’s legislative landscape and what to expect in the 2027 session. We’ll explore how the November election results will shape leadership and the balance of power in state government and what those changes could mean for the legislative year ahead. \nWe’ll also present FCCF’s inaugural Legislative Ally Award\, recognizing a state legislator whose advocacy\, leadership\, and dedication to public service have helped ensure that Fairfield County residents have a fair opportunity to thrive. \nMoving to Action: FCCF’s 2027 Advocacy Agenda (online)\nTuesday\, December 8 | 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn about FCCF’s 2027 policy priorities and the broader context shaping the upcoming legislative session. We’ll explore what’s at stake\, where there may be opportunities for progress\, and how you can get involved with the issues that matter most to you. \nTools for Change: Making the Most of Your Voice (online)\nMonday\, January 11 | 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | Zoom \nReady to turn your interest into action? We’ll break down the practical nuts and bolts of effective advocacy—and\, good news\, it’s easier than you might think. Learn how to navigate the Connecticut General Assembly website\, track public hearings\, submit testimony\, and make your case through written or verbal testimony. We’ll also share practical tips for communicating with elected officials by email\, phone\, and other forms of advocacy throughout the legislative session. \nSign Up Today for the Series or Individual Events >
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/allies-advocacy-making-the-most-of-your-voice/
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SUMMARY:Allies Advocacy: Economic Mobility & Housing Policy\, Mid-Session Updates
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Regroup & Reenergize: Mid-Session Updates \nAs the legislative session unfolds\, stay informed\, connected\, and ready to act. These mid-session gatherings offer timely updates on key policy priorities\, what’s happening at the Capitol\, and where community voices can make a difference. Led in partnership with FCCF’s lobbying partners at Gallo & Robinson. \nSESSION SCHEDULE\nEconomic Mobility & Housing Policy Updates (online)\nFriday\, May 7 | Noon–1 p.m. | Zoom \nHealth\, Children & Families Policy Updates (online)\nMonday\, May 10 | Noon–1 p.m. | Zoom \nSign Up Today for the Series or Individual Events >
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/allies-advocacy-economic-mobility-housing-policy-mid-session-updates/
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SUMMARY:Allies Advocacy: Health\, Children & Families Policy Mid-Session Updates
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Regroup & Reenergize: Mid-Session Updates \nAs the legislative session unfolds\, stay informed\, connected\, and ready to act. These mid-session gatherings offer timely updates on key policy priorities\, what’s happening at the Capitol\, and where community voices can make a difference. Led in partnership with FCCF’s lobbying partners at Gallo & Robinson. \nSESSION SCHEDULE\nEconomic Mobility & Housing Policy Updates (online)\nFriday\, May 7 | Noon–1 p.m. | Zoom \nHealth\, Children & Families Policy Updates (online)\nMonday\, May 10 | Noon–1 p.m. | Zoom \nSign Up Today for the Series or Individual Events >
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/allies-advocacy-health-children-families-policy-mid-session-updates/
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