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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171212T090000
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SUMMARY:Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:The annual Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Norwalk-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators on issues affecting our region. \nConfirmed legislators include Senator Toni Boucher\, Senator Bob Duff\, Representative Gail Lavielle\, Representative Fred Wilms\, Representative Terrie Wood\, and Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-norwalk-nonprofit-legislative-forum-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170929T121757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T121757Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day: Intelligent Marketing and Branding
DESCRIPTION:Maintaining and growing your brand’s identity is crucial for every nonprofit\, especially in uncertain times. Learn important tips to stand out from the crowd\, including: \n\nEfficient and cost-effective uses of mailings\nCreative ways to cultivate and maintain donors\n\nPart 3 of the Giving Day Training Series. Presented by David Stowe\, Dot Generation of Connecticut. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-intelligent-marketing-branding/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170929T121740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T121740Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:The word is out! Fairfield County’s Giving Day will be back on March 1\, 2018. If you or your organization is new to Giving Day\, join us for a Giving Day Bootcamp\, where you will: \n\nLearn important steps you need to take to win big on Giving Day\nGet comfortable accessing the Giving Day platform\nHave access to the Community Foundation staff to get your questions answered\n\nThis bootcamp is offered free-of-charge to nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2018. Please register your nonprofit at FCGives.org before signing up for this bootcamp. Registration goes live on November 1\, 2018. \nClick here to register. \nCan’t make this date? A repeat session will be held on February 1\, 2018.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-bootcamp-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170614T124119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T165329Z
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SUMMARY:Essential Business Skills Series: Building Basic Finance Skills
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need to be a finance wiz to get comfortable with numbers! This workshop will take the mystery out of financial terms\, nonprofit budgets and financial statements. \nIn this interactive session\, we’ll walk you through the nonprofit budget process. You’ll learn how to build a basic budget and comprehend key financial terms that all nonprofit staff should understand. We will also provide an overview of financial statements and demonstrate how to use key financial ratios to assess an organization’s financial health. \nBy attending this workshop\, you’ll gain basic financial knowledge and understand how strong financial management practices are tied to mission delivery. You’ll also: \n\nIncrease your understanding of key financial terms\nBe empowered to participate in the budgeting process\nGain the skills and knowledge to create a project budget\nUnderstand the components of nonprofit financial statements\nGenerate and interpret basic financial ratios This important learning session is specifically designed for non-finance staff.\n\nHeld in partnership with Sacred Heart University. \nClick here to register. The fee to attend this workshop is $35. Sign up 4 attendees and receive $5 off each registration! Enter all attendee information and then apply the code “4ATTENDEES” to receive the discount.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/essential-business-skills-series-building-basic-finance-skills-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170927T114852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T114852Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day: Unlock the Power of Visual Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Stories compel us to learn\, remember\, and act – all of the things needed to build support for your nonprofit. This workshop is about telling actionable stories – stories that lead prospective donors\, volunteers\, and advocates to positive decisions. Learn specific steps you can take to create stories for your Giving Day campaign and beyond\, including: \n\nHow stories can lead to an actionable moments (hint: more donations for your cause!)\nWhy empathy is essential to storytelling\nThree types of stories you’ll need to attract and retain supporters\nFree resources to incorporate video\, music\, and more in your campaign\n\nPart 2 of the Giving Day Training Series. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-unlock-power-visual-storytelling/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170614T124506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170718T130159Z
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SUMMARY:The Right Time to Rightsize?
DESCRIPTION:With the ongoing challenges associated with government budgets and public spending policies at the federal through local levels\, many nonprofit organizations are seeing reductions in revenue and delays in payment associated with government funding. Given the limited leverage organizations have over that particular revenue stream – as well as\, in many cases\, limited funding from other sources – nonprofits affected by this may need to think seriously about changing or reducing their mix or levels of program services. \nThis half-day training session will focus on the financial analysis and strategy associated with “rightsizing” operations in response to revenue reductions. Topics covered in the session will include: \n\n“Tough decisions”: What are the indicators that it may be time to consider reducing operations\nProgram portfolio analysis: How to use a “mission-money” approach to identify programs and activities for potential reconsideration\nExpense analysis: How to determine the true bottom-line impact of reductions in programs and services\n“Prevention is the best cure”: How to strategically approach decisions on new funding and program opportunities to avoid future challenges\nLessons from the field: What practitioners know (and wish they had known) based on their experiences with rightsizing\n\nClick here to register. Organizations are strongly encouraged to bring multiple members including executive management\, lead finance person(s) and board if possible. \nPresented by Fiscal Management Associates.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/right-time-to-rightsize/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170918T171807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T114449Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Day: Put the Crowd in Your Crowdfunding Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield County’s Giving Day will be back on March 1\, 2018! Get the scoop on important updates and learn key strategies to run a successful crowdfunding campaign. This webinar will be recorded and posted to FCGives.org. \nPresented by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation and Kimbia\, Inc. Part 1 of the Giving Day Training Series. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/put-crowd-crowdfunding-campaign/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170614T123826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170628T145931Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series: Finding Data for Grants
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this lively conversation on “Finding Data for Grants” with Mark Abraham\, Executive Director of DataHaven. \nClick here to register. Due to limited seating\, we request one representative per organization only.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/lunch-learn-series-finding-data-grants/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171025T092500
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170526T185444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171019T110441Z
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SUMMARY:October 25 on 25 Webinar: Latest update on nonprofit compensation & benefits
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of FCCF’s 25th anniversary\, we are hosting a series of specially-themed webinars to spark discussions and launch us into the next 25 years. Our October webinar will explore the recently released Valuing Our Nonprofit Workforce report\, a comprehensive study of nonprofit compensation and benefits\, by TSNE MissionWorks. We will be joined by Rodney Byrd\, Senior Human Resources  and Search Manager. We’ll also share more about the ways in which FCCF is working with partners to build strong communities across Fairfield County.  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/poctober-25on25-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171020T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170614T123350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170614T143724Z
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SUMMARY:Essential Business Skills Series: Effective Project Management
DESCRIPTION:Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge you need to manage projects more effectively! This workshop is geared to any staff member who is a part of a project team or responsible for leading a project within their organization. \nAttendees will learn the basic concepts associated with project management and the five key processes for effective project management. Attendees will also leave equipped with project management tools and templates to use at their organizations. \nAbout the presenter: \nDawn Ciambriello\, MBA is the Director\, Managed Markets Marketing at Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals.  Previous to that\, Dawn held the position of Director\, Management and Business Training\, overseeing the design and development of Leadership Development in their training department for the past 7 years.  She has over 24 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry\, holding numerous leadership positions in sales\, training and marketing.  Dawn holds a BS in Biology and MBA with a concentration in Marketing from Sacred Heart University.  Dawn is an Adjunct Professor at Sacred Heart University in the School of Management as well as the Human Resources Graduate Program\, and is Six Sigma Green Belt certified. \nHeld in partnership with Sacred Heart University. \nRegister Here. The fee to attend this workshop is $35. Sign up 4 attendees and receive $5 off each registration! Enter all attendee information and then apply the code “4ATTENDEES” to receive the discount.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/cne-essential-business-skills-series-effective-project-management/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart University\, 5151 Park Avenue\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06825\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171019T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170725T115230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T135220Z
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SUMMARY:Board Chair Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The Board Chair Roundtable is a facilitated peer learning network in which board leaders share practical experience and develop a network to draw upon when they have specific challenges. Board Chair Roundtables provide: \n\nAn enlightening and informal way of connecting with fellow board chairs\nThe sharing of best practices\nA facilitated discussion format covering topics such as: board engagement\, board recruitment\, board/staff relationships and board fundraising\n\nThe roundtables meet from 8:00-9:30 am on the following dates: \n\nOctober 19\, 2017\nDecember 7\, 2017\nFebruary 8\, 2018\nApril 19\, 2018\nJune 7\, 2018\n\nClick here to register for the Board Chair Roundtable!
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/board-chair-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170827T182647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170827T182647Z
UID:10000285-1507370400-1507388400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:FCCF's Fund for Women & Girls and Women's Campaign School at Yale present: The Basics of Political Life
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman thinking about running for public office? Or working on a political campaign? Are you unsure of next steps? Then this one-day training is for you! You will learn the most effective techniques to successfully launch your political life. \nTopics of the Day \nMaking the Decision to Run\nA discussion of the aspects of your life; both professional and personal\,\nyou’ll need to consider before you run.\n\nFinding Your Voice and Making it Matter\nDo you know how to craft an inspiring message and deliver it confidently?\nIf not\, you will by the end of the day!\n\nMagnifying Your Magnificence\nThis segment will cover how to dress to win and ensure when you\nenter a room\, people say: “Wow! I cannot wait to hear what she has to say!”\n\n\nLunch\nKey community leaders will share their political experiences\nand paths to success.\n\nHon. Toni Boucher\nCT State Senator\, only Republican woman serving in the CT State Senate\nHon. Brenda Kupchick\nWCSYale Graduate & Republican Deputy Minority Leader in the CT State House\nHon. Eloisa Melendez\nWCSYale Graduate & youngest member of the Norwalk Common Council\nWendy Tyson-Wood\nWCSYale Graduate running for State Rep\nCarmen Nieves\nWCSYale Graduate & premiere campaign manager\nDanielle Palladino\nWCSYale Graduate & Governor’s Communications Director\n\nNetworking\nHow to make connections so that you use your time well and wisely.\n\nWrap-up\nNext Steps: Things to remember as you launch yourself!\n\n\nRegister by September 29\, 2017. Please click here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fccfs-fund-women-girls-womens-campaign-school-yale-present-basics-political-life/
LOCATION:YWCA Greenwich\, 259 East Putnam Avenue\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events,Fund for Women & Girls
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield County's Community Foundation%2C Fund for Women and Girls":MAILTO:events@theFWG.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171004T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170619T184949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170629T125421Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Supervision: Strengthening Middle Manager Skills
DESCRIPTION:As ambiguity in the nonprofit sector can lead to anxiety and challenges dynamics in the field\, it is critical that supervisors continue to grow and strengthen their own skills to ensure their staff and organizations can thrive – even in challenging times. \nThis course will explore the following topics: building effective teams\, giving and receiving feedback\, project management\, and using data to inform decision-making. \nAttendees should have completed basic supervisor training previously and is intended for those with at least 6 months of work experience supervising others. \nTrainer: Anne Yurasek – Fio Partners \nClick here to register. Registration includes lunch.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/advanced-supervision-middle-manager-skills/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170614T122818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170829T183122Z
UID:10000334-1506331800-1506340800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Essential Business Skills Series: A Guide To Delivering Professional Presentations
DESCRIPTION:Get comfortable making presentations! Whether it is an internal meeting or external meeting with a new donor\, learning to communicate effectively is a key skill for any employee. This workshop will help you be more confident and prepared in delivering any type of presentation. \nThis workshop will cover: \n\nThe do’s and don’ts of presentations\nHow to use research and analysis to strengthen presentations\nEffective body language\, style and voice\nThe mechanics of a good presentation\n\nAbout the presenter: \nSean Heffron is the Director of the Student Experience for the Jack Welch College of Business at Sacred Heart University. He has presented at multiple conferences and workshops as a keynote speaker. In addition to his role as Director\, Sean also teaches Business Communications courses\, is a published author\, a husband and father\, and a forever hopeful Baltimore Orioles fan. \nHeld in partnership with Sacred Heart University. \nClick here to register. The fee to attend this workshop is $35. Sign up 4 staff and receive $5 off each registration! Enter all attendee information and then apply the code “4ATTENDEES” to receive the discount.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/essential-business-skills-series-guide-delivering-professional-presentations/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170926
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170526T185344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170526T185344Z
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SUMMARY:September 25on25 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The theme and time for September’s 25on25 webinar is TBD. Check back soon!
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/september-25on25-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170614T123115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170614T123144Z
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SUMMARY:Board Chair Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Being a board chair can be a rewarding and challenging experience. As board chair\, you are charged with managing the board\, building an effective relationship with your Executive Director\, providing strategic leadership to the organization and more. With all these responsibilities the role can feel overwhelming at times\, but don’t despair. \nOur Board Chair Essentials workshops will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to be a more effective board chair. Attend this workshop and you will: \n\nGain confidence and feel more comfortable in your role as Board Chair\nGet the tools you need to navigate your relationship with the Executive Director and other Board Members\nUnderstand ways to effectively use an Executive Committee\nFeel confident leading effective board meetings\nLearn how to create and monitor board goals\n\nClick here to register. A light dinner will be provided. Please arrive for 4:15 pm. The workshop will start promptly at 4:30 pm. \nDEBRA HERTZ is Managing Director of The Strategy Group\, a strategic advisory firm that works to help strengthen the impact of non-profits and private foundations. The firm works with organizations on issues related to planning\, leadership training\, merger negotiations and integration\, and organizational effectiveness. She brings extensive work serving on and chairing boards.  Most recently\, she served as Chair of the Board of Liberation Programs\, Inc.\, a substance abuse treatment agency serving Fairfield County.  Her other current volunteer work includes serving as chair of the Darien Human Services Commission and on the Board of Directors of Achievement First Bridgeport Academy. In addition to her consulting work and volunteer service\, Debra teaches in the Graduate School of Social Services at Fordham University.  Prior to opening The Strategy Group\,  Debra served as Executive Director of the William Pitt Foundation\, a private foundation that focuses on education for low-income youth. Previously she served in several executive positions at a non-profit agency in Stamford\, CT serving families and women who are homeless\, persons with HIV/AIDS\, and individuals with mental illness. Debra received her Ph.D. and Master of Social Work from Fordham University and her B.A. in International Relational and Latin American Studies from American University.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/board-chair-essentials-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170825T122500
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170526T185225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170809T121141Z
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SUMMARY:August 25 on 25 Webinar: The Relationship Between Reproductive Health & Economic Security
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of FCCF’s 25th anniversary\, we are hosting a series of specially-themed webinars to spark discussions and launch us into the next 25 years.\n\n\nOur August webinar will explore the relationship between contraceptives and a wide array of benefits to women\, men\, children\, and our communities. Andrea Kane\, Vice President\, Policy and Strategic Partnerships of The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy will be our featured guest.\n\n\nWe’ll also share more about the ways in which FCCF is working with partners to build strong communities across Fairfield County.\n\n\nPlease register by August 24\, 2017. Click here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/august-25on25-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170726T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20161221T133159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170614T124244Z
UID:10000314-1501070400-1501075800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series: Maximizing Philanthropic Impact Through Planned Giving
DESCRIPTION:Now\, more than ever\, donors are looking for ways to maximize their philanthropic impact when giving to charity.  Attorney Jennifer Pagnillo of Day Pitney will lead a discussion about ways to satisfy your donors’ objectives in making charitable gifts. \nBring your lunch and join us for this informative and interactive discussion that will include: \n\nSteps for embarking on a planned giving program\nStructuring sample bequest language\nConsidering a gift acceptance policy\nWhat to expect if you are receiving bequests\nMaximizing the value of lifetime gifts and bequests\n\nRegister here. 
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/lunch-learn-maximizing-philanthropic-impact-planned-giving/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170719T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170323T113607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170502T185522Z
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SUMMARY:Results-Based Accountability: The Basics and Performance Measures (Two Parts: July 19 & August 2)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Community Foundation for a two-part workshop on Results-Based Accountability (RBA). It is open to nonprofit organizations seeking to learn a powerful and practical way to measure impact\, manage performance\, and tell their story to strengthen their organization\, increase sustainability and improve community well-being. \nIn the first session on July 19th\, you will: \n\nUnderstand the basic concepts and language of RBA\nLearn how to develop performance measures to evaluate your organization’s success and impact\nUnderstand why it’s important to relate your program to community-wide results\nLearn how and where RBA is being used in Connecticut\n\nIn the second session on August 2nd\, you will: \n\nUnderstand how performance measurement relates to program purpose and design\nRefine and construct “How much?”\, “How well?” and “Better Off”? performance measures\nGet feedback from your peers\nGet your questions answered\n\nBy registering\, you are committing to attend two 3-hour sessions on 7/19 and 8/2 (9:30am-12:30pm). Click here to register. Included in the fee will be unlimited access to a recorded version of the webinar.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/results-based-accountability-basics-performance-measures/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170525T162500
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170517T180246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170517T180708Z
UID:10000329-1495728000-1495729500@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fairfield County's Community Foundation's 25on25 Webinar: Mental Health as a Building Block of Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of FCCF’s 25th anniversary\, we are hosting a series of specially-themed webinars to spark discussions and launch us into the next 25 years. As May is Mental Health Awareness Month\, this webinar will include an interview with featured guest\, Margaret Watt\, Executive Director of the Southwest Regional Mental Health Board. We’ll also share more about the ways in which FCCF  is working with partners to build healthy communities across Fairfield County.  \nWith featured speakers: Nancy von Euler\, Vice President of Programs\, Fairfield County’s Community Foundation and Margaret Watt\, Executive Director\, Southwest Regional Mental Health Board\, Inc. (Soon to be renamed: Healthy Minds Connecticut) \nTo register\, visit: https://bit.ly/2pCVJV0
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fairfield-countys-community-foundations-25on25-webinar-mental-health-building-block-wellbeing/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170526
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170526T184935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170526T185059Z
UID:10000330-1495670400-1495756799@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:July 25on25 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The theme and time for July’s 25on25 webinar is TBD. Check back soon!
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/july-25on25-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170504T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170504T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20161221T175305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170119T135308Z
UID:10000316-1493886600-1493911800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Purposeful Boards\, Powerful Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:Chuck Loring returns to Connecticut by popular demand to deliver this powerful\, full-day workshop focused on best practices in governance and fundraising. We’ll take a close look at board recruitment\, structure\, operations\, and culture to understand the correlation between effective boards and successful fundraising. \nAn ideal opportunity for Board/Staff teams\, this course offers insights on how to bring about a change in the culture and practices of your nonprofit board in ways that leverage the power of your board in your strategic fundraising efforts. \nA popular BoardSource workshop\, this intensive program covers: \n\nNonprofit trends that impact governance and fundraising\nThe principles of effective governance\nHow to build a board and create a governance model for your organization\nThe stages of board evolution\nHelping your board articulate the community value of your organization\nWhy successful fundraising is not about asking for money\n\nFee: $75 – includes food \nClick here to register. \nAbout the Presenter: \nChuck V. Loring\, MBA\, CFRE\, is the senior partner of the Fort Lauderdale and Indianapolis-based firm of Loring\, Sternberg\, & Associates\, which provides fundraising and governance consulting services to nonprofits. Chuck is also a senior governance consultant for BoardSource\, offering expertise in board development and other governance issues to nonprofit boards across the country. \nChuck is a past president of the Indiana chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals\, is a Certified Fund Raising Executive\, and holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of California\, Santa Barbara (UCSB) and an MBA from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California. He is a former president of the University of California Alumni Association and a former trustee of the UCSB Foundation. \nChuck has helped hundreds of local and regional nonprofits across the country improve their governance\, including such prominent charities as Special Olympics\, Boys and Girls Clubs of America\, Girl Scouts USA\, The Alzheimer’s Association\, Easter Seals\, Planned Parenthood\, Feeding America\, and The Smithsonian National Museum of The American Indian.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/purposeful-boards-powerful-fundraising/
LOCATION:Pequot Library\, 720 Pequot Avenue\, Southport\, CT\, 06890\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170426T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170316T124816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170316T124816Z
UID:10000325-1493229600-1493235000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Community Wellbeing in Fairfield
DESCRIPTION:How are public school students faring in your town compared to the rest of the state and Fairfield County?\nAre Fairfield County young adults prepared for success in the workplace?\nWhat will our communities look like in 10 years?\n\nJoin us to learn the answers to these questions and much more as we reflect on the Fairfield County Community Wellbeing Index 2016. Produced in partnership with DataHaven\, this comprehensive 80-page report helps us better understand the complex issues facing our neighborhoods\, towns and county\, as well as where we are headed. By focusing on the interrelationship between quality of life\, health and economic competitiveness of Fairfield County\, we can better appreciate our successes and acknowledge our challenges. \nClick here to register for this free event open to all.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/community-wellbeing-fairfield/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 1080 Old Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20160928T184812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170418T121650Z
UID:10000304-1492687800-1492696800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fund for Women and Girls Annual Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:When you support a girl to find her voice and claim her strength\, you are helping to shape the future for our next generation. When you support a woman to reach her full potential and sustain her family\, you are making our community stronger. Join our annual Fund for Women and Girls Annual Luncheon and discover how\, together\, we thrive. \nTICKETS ON SALE: FEBRUARY 1\, 2017\nHyatt Regency Greenwich\n1800 East Putnam Avenue\nOld Greenwich\, CT 06870 \nReception 11:30 – 12:00 PM\nLuncheon 12:00 – 2:00 PM \n\nAndrea Jung Former CEO of Avon Products President & CEO Grameen America\nKEYNOTE SPEAKER\nA role model and trailblazer for women\, Andrea Jung was Avon’s first female CEO. She is credited with defining Avon as more than just a cosmetics company\, leading it to become the company for women and enabling economic independence and self-sufficiency for millions of women worldwide. Jung is currently the President & CEO of Grameen America\, where she is working to scale the organization to solve economic issues for women and their families across the country through microloans\, training\, and support. \n\n\nOUR PROGRAMS \nFAMILY ECONOMIC SECURITY PROGRAM (FESP)\nIn partnership with Housatonic Community College and Housatonic Community College Foundation\, the Fund for Women & Girls helps low-income college students to attain degrees\, secure living-wage jobs and build brighter futures. \nNet proceeds from our Annual Luncheon will benefit FESP. \nTHE FUND FOR WOMEN & GIRLS\nThe mission of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation’s Fund for Women & Girls is to engage philanthropists and invest in sustainable solutions that lead to economically secure and healthy women and girls throughout Fairfield County. Since 1998\, the Fund has helped thousands of women and girls develop confidence\, find their voice and achieve economic security. \n 
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fund-women-girls-annual-luncheon-2/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Greenwich\, 1800 E Putnam Ave.\, Old Greenwich\, CT\, 06870\, United States
CATEGORIES:County Wide Fundraising Events,Foundation Events,Fund for Women & Girls
ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield County's Community Foundation%2C Fund for Women and Girls":MAILTO:events@theFWG.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170404T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170118T173627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170131T152444Z
UID:10000318-1491327000-1491332400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Community Wellbeing in Danbury
DESCRIPTION:How are public school students faring in your town compared to the rest of the state and Fairfield County?\nAre Fairfield County young adults prepared for success in the workplace?\nWhat will our communities look like in 10 years?\n\nJoin us to learn the answers to these questions and much more as we reflect on the Fairfield County Community Wellbeing Index 2016. Produced in partnership with DataHaven\, this comprehensive 80-page report helps us better understand the complex issues facing our neighborhoods\, towns and county\, as well as where we are headed. By focusing on the interrelationship between quality of life\, health and economic competitiveness of Fairfield County\, we can better appreciate our successes and acknowledge our challenges. \nClick here to register for this free event open to all.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/community-wellbeing-danbury/
LOCATION:Danbury Public Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170321T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20160929T142209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161107T193715Z
UID:10000305-1490086800-1490099400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Skills for Challenging Times: Preparing for Collaborative Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Skills for Challenging Times:  Preparing for Collaborative Opportunities \nThis training is designed for Executive Directors and Board Members of each participating nonprofit organization.  Attendance in partnership with Board members is highly recommended.   \nNonprofits are increasingly realizing that individual organizations alone will not be able to improve community conditions\, but instead must work in collaboration with others in innovative ways to create social change.   As collaborative opportunities present themselves\, it is critical for nonprofit leaders to understand how to approach and recognize these opportunities\, be clear about necessary internal processes\, and ensure opportunities are not thwarted by simple missteps in negotiation. \nThe 3-hour session will help you as a participant to: \n\nAssess your organization’s strategy and understand the role of relationships in enacting your vision\nBetter understand the current context for collaboration and the difference between collaboration and consolidation\nReview the roles and processes associated with developing any sustainable partnership or collaborative venture\nIncrease your understanding of the types of collaborative models and how they are used\nIdentify anticipated process challenges and how to avoid them\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/skills-challenging-times-preparing-collaborative-opportunities/
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, 365 Lukes Wood Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,County Wide Fundraising Events,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170315T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20160928T162022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161107T193722Z
UID:10000303-1489570200-1489581000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Results-Based Accountability: Performance Measures
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Community Foundation for this follow-up training on Results-Based Accountability. It is meant for those who have previously attended the “Results-Based Accountability: The Basics” workshop offered by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation. In this session\, you will: \n\nUnderstand how performance measurement relates to program purpose and design\nRefine and construct “How much?”\, “How well?” and “Better Off”? performance measures\nGet feedback from your peers\nGet your questions answered\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/results-based-accountability-performance-measures-2/
LOCATION:Westport Woman’s Club\, 44 Imperial Avenue\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,County Wide Fundraising Events,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170310
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20160630T170132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160630T170132Z
UID:10000295-1489017600-1489103999@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fairfield County's Giving Day
DESCRIPTION:With our returning champion sponsor\, Bank of America\, we are committed to uplifting our nonprofit community and empowering every individual to make a difference. Since 2014\, donors from Fairfield County and beyond have given over $3 million to 592 local nonprofits. We invite you to join us\, and thousands more on March 9\, 2017 for an incredible 24 hours to give where you live. Together we thrive!
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fairfield-countys-giving-day-2/
CATEGORIES:County Wide Fundraising Events,Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20161013T140913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170209T221152Z
UID:10000309-1487235600-1487246400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:How To Become Your Donor's Charity of Choice
DESCRIPTION:This training is the fourth in a four-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day. \nGood development work is about building relationships. Yet\, recent studies show that the average nonprofit loses 57% of their donors annually. For new donors – the percentage is even higher – 77%. So after you have conducted a successful Giving Day campaign\, what do you need to do to keep the donors you made\, instead of losing them through a revolving door? \nIn this session\, you will be able to: \n\nIdentify the major factors contributing to donor attrition\nDescribe the ideal relationship with donors and strategies for maintaining one\nDesign short-term and long-term strategies that promote donor retention\nSelect key measures for documenting progress in donor retention\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/become-donors-charity-choice/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170210T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T002942
CREATED:20170209T214755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170209T214755Z
UID:10000323-1486726200-1486735200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:BRAVA Awards
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Women’s Achievements in their professional careers.  Bra’va\, n. fem – a shout of approval for a woman’s performance.  Established in 1977\, YWCA Greenwich BRAVA Awards recognize outstanding women achievers who have excelled in their professional careers and who also volunteer their time and talent to help others. \nProceeds support free services to victims of domestic violence…scholarships for preschool\, afterschool\, summer camps\, and aquatic programs… free women’s leadership seminars … free racial justice activities…subsidies for YWCA programs not covered by dues and fees. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/brava-awards/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Greenwich\, 1800 E Putnam Avenue\, Old Greenwich\, CT\, 06870\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
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