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 [ ... ] Continue reading »
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, [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. In 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 [ ... ] Continue reading »
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: Learn important steps you need to take to win big on Giving Day Get comfortable accessing the Giving Day platform [ ... ] Continue reading »
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: Efficient and cost-effective uses of mailings Creative ways to cultivate and maintain donors Part 3 of the Giving Day Training Series. Presented by David Stowe, Dot Generation of Connecticut. Click [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. Confirmed legislators include Senator Toni Boucher, Senator Bob Duff, Representative Gail Lavielle, Representative Fred Wilms, Representative Terrie Wood, and Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling. Click here to register.
Held in partnership with the University of Connecticut Stamford Campus, the annual Greater Stamford Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Stamford-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators. Confirmed legislators include Senator Scott Frantz, Representative Caroline Simmons, Representative Fred Camillo, Representative William Tong, and Stamford Mayor David Martin. Click here to register.
Join us for this lively conversation on “Advancing Your Mission Through Local Advocacy” with Jeff Shaw, Director of Public Policy at the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance. At this lunch and learn, you will: Learn the latest trending public policy issues impacting the ability of the nonprofit sector to advance their mission Understand the power of [ ... ] Continue reading »
Held in partnership with Bank of America, register for this free webinar focused on using social media in your Giving Day campaign. In this session, you will learn: Key roles and responsibilities to consider when managing social media Social media tips for organizations with limited resources Tips for creating engaging content Tips and tools for measuring [ ... ] Continue reading »
Held in partnership with Housatonic Community College, the annual Greater Bridgeport Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Bridgeport-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators on issues affecting our region. Confirmed legislators include Senator Ed Gomes, Representative Steven Stafstrom, Representative Brenda Kupchick, Representative Laura Devlin, and Representative Cristin McCarthy Vahey. Click here to register.
The annual Greater Danbury Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Danbury-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators on issues affecting our region. Confirmed legislators include Senator Toni Boucher, Representative Adam Dunsby, Representative Michael Ferguson, Representative Mitch Bolinsky, Representative William Duff, Representative J.P. Sredzinski, and Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton. Click here to register.
Join us for a sneak peek screening & discussion of ZERO WEEKS, a documentary exploring America's paid leave crisis, at the Fairfield County's Community Foundation on Thursday, January 25. Doors open at 5:30 pm for pizza & networking! The film will begin at 6 pm and will be followed by an interactive discussion. Brought to [ ... ] Continue reading »
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: Learn important steps you need to take to win big on Giving Day Get comfortable accessing the Giving Day platform [ ... ] Continue reading »
What does excellence in financial management look like? How can your organization set the stage for sustainable operations? Join us for a highly interactive workshop where you'll learn what financial planning is really about, how to build and communicate the different types of budgets you need to operate, and more! Teams strongly encouraged to attend. [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us for film screening & discussion of 2017 film Battle of the Sexes, the true story of the 1973 most watched televised sports events of all time, reaching 90 million viewers around the world. The tennis match between World number one Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) and ex-champ Bobby Riggs (Steve Carollo) served up [ ... ] Continue reading »
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 $4.5 million to 667 local nonprofits. We invite you to join us, and thousands more on March 1, 2018 for an incredible 24 [ ... ] Continue reading »
2018 LUNCHEON APRIL 5, 2018 GREENWICH HYATT TICKETS ON SALE: JANUARY 2, 2018 2018 KEYNOTE SPEAKER: BILLIE JEAN KING This highly-anticipated annual event attracts more than 700 enthusiastic friends and supporters from Connecticut and beyond. They celebrate making an important difference for thousands of women and girls throughout Fairfield County, learn about the Fund’s work, [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us for this lively conversation on “What's Next for Community Philanthropy” with Karen Brown, Vice President of Innovation and Strategic Learning at Fairfield County's Community Foundation. In 2014, The Monitor Institute published What's Next for Community Philanthropy, a tool kit to highlight six critical trends that will change the evolving community and philanthropic landscape in [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join Fairfield County's Community Foundation as we continue our "Community Conversations" webinar series on April 24, 2018 with Jim Horan, CEO of CT Association for Human Services. Our April webinar explores what has been effective in Connecticut to close the opportunity gap and what we need to do moving forward. We'll also share more about [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. An ideal opportunity for Board/Staff teams, this course offers insights on [ ... ] Continue reading »
Held in partnership with Grace Farms Foundation. Nonprofit staff and board members are invited to join us for Fairfield County's Advocacy Day to boost your advocacy skills and build your network with other nonprofit leaders! Click here to register. Keynote Presentation: Frances Kunreuther - Building Movement Project Panel: Anka Badurina - Building One Community Maddie [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. In the first session on July 17, you will: Understand [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join Fairfield County’s Community Foundation as we continue our “Community Conversations” webinar series on July 18, 2018 with Tia Hodges, Program Officer at Citi Foundation. Our July webinar explores the bold and innovative approach that the Citi Foundation has taken in their "Pathways to Progress" initiative to empower urban youth around the globe. Click here [ ... ] Continue reading »
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The 23rd annual Golf & Tennis Classic begins with lunch on the grill and is followed by a round of golf at one of the premier private clubs in Fairfield County, Brooklawn Country Club. The majestic club features an 18-hole bent grass course with slight hills and water hazards at several holes. After golf, relax [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us for A Great Game of Golf at Ridgewood Country Club This is a fantastic day of golf and delicious food at one of Danbury's premier golf clubs. Take a group of clients or friends out for a day of networking while supporting a great cause.
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. Our Board Chair Essentials [ ... ] Continue reading »
Hear all about this milestone year from Executive Director and CEO Debra Mecky and then enjoy a lecture by architectural historian Francis Morrone about downtown Greenwich. Morrone will talk about the golden age of suburban America when development was focused tightly on town centers and often resulted in high streets of exceptional charm. Focusing on [ ... ] Continue reading »
Habitat CFC will hold its 25th Annual Benefit Golf Outing on Monday, September 17, 2018 at The Country Club of Fairfield. Here is a rare opportunity to play on one of the most beautiful and competitive courses in the region! All proceeds from this event will go directly toward building and providing affordable homeownership opportunities [ ... ] Continue reading »
Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County will hold its 25th Annual Golf Outing on Monday, September 17, 2018 at The Country Club of Fairfield. Here is a rare opportunity to play on one of the most beautiful and competitive courses in the region! All proceeds from this event will go directly toward building and [ ... ] Continue reading »
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