Join us for a virtual conversation with philanthropists from across the state of Connecticut who have identified a need and are “giving gifts of time, talent, and treasure to make life better for others.” Presented in Partnership with Fairfield County's Community Foundation, Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and The Prosperity Foundation.
Join us to meet the new CNE manager and CNE Advisory Board Chair. Learn about upcoming programs, share ideas, and ask any questions you may have. Register Now
The 1st in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. This session focuses on marketing. Register Now
A truncated Results Based Accountability Training walking organizations through the basics of RBA. Register Now
For Professional Advisors Tax attorney L. Paul Hood will share his personal and professional knowledge on estate planning for blended families. Presented in partnership with the Valley Community Foundation, The Community Foundation of Greater New Haven and the Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven. Your clients spend their lives caring and providing for their children. [ ... ] Continue reading »
Led by Tai Dixon Darden, this webinar will help organizations to learn one of the essential soft skills needed to advance DEI within their organizations. Part of our Equity Institute Programming. Register Now
Looking for opportunities to support your Board Chair while they manage and strategically lead your organization? If so, invite your Chair to join our workshop on October 4th with Debra Hertz, Managing Director of the Strategy Group. Attending this workshop will help your Board Chair: • Gain confidence and feel more comfortable in their role [ ... ] Continue reading »
The 2nd in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. This session focuses on grassroots advocacy. Register Now
Grassroots organizations are often the closest to our communities and make a large impact despite having smaller or no full-time staff, tight budgets, and fewer resources. We know how hard you work and Fairfield County's Community Foundation wants to provide an opportunity for grassroots organizations to learn, connect, and support each other. Join us for [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us for a night of food, fun, and networking intended to provide nonprofit leaders of color with an opportunity to connect and support each other in a welcoming and celebratory environment. $10 tickets include two drink tickets and fantastic appetizers. All revenue will go toward a door prize benefiting one organization represented by attendees. [ ... ] Continue reading »
This new and timely training explores the impacts of gender and racial bias on youth, families, organizations and communities. It considers dominant narratives and disparities for youth at the intersections of discriminated identities such as gender, race, age, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and gender identity and explores implicit bias and assumptions around gender and race [ ... ] Continue reading »
At the center of the Community Foundation’s new strategic plan, Fairfield County Forward is a new approach to addressing the structural and root causes of persistent racial inequities in our community. As we collaborate with our nonprofit partners to advance race equity in education, income & asset building, health, and housing, we want to share [ ... ] Continue reading »
The 3rd in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. This session focuses on state and federal advocacy. Register Now
Learn everything you need to know about Fairfield County's Giving Day, including how to register your organization for the big event and the features available to make your organization as successful as possible. We’ll conclude by answering any of your Fairfield County's Giving Day questions and highlighting the resources available to make getting ready for [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us Thursday, December 8th from 12:30 – 1:00 PM for an in-person peer-to-peer lunch and learn led by Rob Fried, founder of Band Central. We will be meeting at Fairfield County’s Community Foundations’ Offices at 40 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854. This program is free to attend, and lunch will be provided. ABOUT ROB [ ... ] Continue reading »
FCCF's Center for Nonprofit Excellence, in partnership with Organizational Performance Group (OPG), is offering this special free-of-cost training to help strengthen and uplift our nonprofit leaders of color. Join us on December 13th from 9am – 11am virtually and explore how the Abundance Leadership™ model can help you to surmount obstacles, build commitment and enthusiasm [ ... ] Continue reading »
Virtual events are a great way to energize your supporters around Giving Day. Join us as we share lessons learned and discuss the most important elements to consider when planning a virtual event. Register Now
The 4th in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. This session focuses on grant writing. Register Now
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising leverages your most passionate supporters to fundraise on behalf of your organization. This training will provide the tools you need to recruit and empower champions for your cause by enabling them to share their personal stories with their own networks. Learn how P2P fundraising can expand your reach, introducing new donors and additional [ ... ] Continue reading »
Presented by Joelle Murchison, founder of EMG. This session will help senior staff, board members and other leaders move toward intentional steps to begin embedding a DEI strategy into the fabric of their organizations. Lunch will be served. Register Now
Effective stewardship can mean the difference between a one-time donor and a sustaining, year-over-year supporter. In this webinar, we will show you what information is available after Fairfield County's Giving Day, and how you can use that info to build on existing and newly-created relationships with your organization. Register Now
The 5th in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. This session focuses on data management and evaluation. Register Now
Learn what to expect from this year's legislative session from Kate Robinson of Gallo and Robinson. Presentation will include information on this year’s long session, the budget process, and anticipated [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us February 23, 2023, for the 10th and final 24-hour online annual giving marathon. Generously supported by champion sponsor Bank of America, Giving Day 2023 will bring donors together throughout [ ... ] Continue reading »
The 6th in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. Led by Debra Hertz, this session will focus on the role of Board members.
Led by Diane Winston, founder of Winston Strategic Partners, this half-day in-person workshop will provide Leaders of Color with tips and tools to communicate more effectively. Register Now
Join Housatonic Community College and Fairfield County's Community Foundation for a screening of Grit and Grace: The Fight for the American Dream, a short documentary produced by the U.S. House [ ... ] Continue reading »
Mindful Listening + Speaking: Deep listening to understand the needs and interests of the communities we serve is an essential skill for nonprofits. Join Community Mindfulness Project for a morning [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us virtually on Tuesday, April 11th from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM to learn more about the new and exciting CNE offerings created to support your ongoing fundraising efforts. [ ... ] Continue reading »
The 7th in an 8-part series hosted in collaboration with the United Way of Western Connecticut. Led by Debra Hertz, this session will focus on the role of Board members. [ ... ] Continue reading »
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