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. Attendees will learn the basic concepts associated with project management and the five key processes for effective project management. Attendees will also leave [ ... ] 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 »
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 »
This webinar will provide an overview of the process for applying for a competitive grant from Fairfield County's Community Foundation. The information session will cover grantmaking priorities, types of grants awarded, grantee eligibility, as well as tips to avoid common pitfalls when completing your request. In an effort to ensure that we provide the information [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. Bring your lunch and join us for this informative and interactive discussion that will include: Steps [ ... ] Continue reading »
This workshop introduces participants to 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. You will: Understand the basic concepts and language of RBA Learn how to develop [ ... ] Continue reading »
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: Understand how performance measurement relates to program purpose and design Refine and construct "How much?", "How [ ... ] Continue reading »
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 »
Seeking Connecticut’s Most Innovative Organizations Social Venture Partners Connecticut invites organizations who share the mission of closing the opportunity gap to submit a Letter of Interest for investment. Cross sector initiatives to provide employment or educational opportunities to disadvantaged families are also supported. The success of our investments is fueled by connecting the pooled brain power, time and [ ... ] Continue reading »
Being a supervisor is not easy. It requires not only skills to motivate your staff, but also monitoring and improving their performance. This hands-on workshop will provide a foundation for your success and the success of your staff. The full-day session will be reflective and interactive and will feature skill self-assessments, brief lectures and experiential exercises. [ ... ] Continue reading »
In this one of a kind program, middle school girls will learn how to become leaders in all areas of their lives through thought-provoking presentations, workshops, and exciting team building activities. Athletic activities will include: Gymnastics, Ice Skating, Rock Climbing, and Trampoline Dodgeball Girls should wear comfortable clothing including sweatpants and sneakers. Click here to [ ... ] Continue reading »
Leadership transitions are pivotal moments for an organization that can present opportunities for both transformative change and dangerous missteps. Thoughtfully planning for leadership transition, prepares an organization to weather the departure of key leaders, builds organizational capacity AND strengthens leadership throughout the entire organization. Preparing for a leadership transition, or succession planning, is a key [ ... ] Continue reading »
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: An enlightening and informal way of connecting with fellow board chairs The sharing of best practices A facilitated discussion format covering topics [ ... ] Continue reading »
Join us on Thursday, November 3rd at 12pm for a FREE webinar to kick-off Fairfield County's Giving Day 2017. Since its inception in 2014, Fairfield County's Giving Day has raised over $3 million for 592 local nonprofits and March 9, 2017 promises to be our region's biggest philanthropic event yet! In the webinar, you'll learn about: Updated eligibility [ ... ] Continue reading »
This training is the first in a three-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County's Giving Day. Your Giving Day efforts will be successful if you have a plan for your Giving Day campaign. In this session, you'll learn: Important steps that will help you create a successful plan and timeline Key essentials to building awareness and [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. This year, we will share key findings for Fairfield County from the soon-to-be-released, and nationally recognized, Community Wellbeing Report. Our Greater Stamford Nonprofit Legislative Forum [ ... ] 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. This year, we will share key findings for Fairfield County from the soon-to-be-released, and nationally recognized, Community Wellbeing Report. Our Greater Bridgeport Nonprofit Legislative Forum will give you the chance [ ... ] Continue reading »
Held in partnership with Naugatuck Valley Community College, the annual Greater Danbury Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Danbury-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators. This year, we will share key findings for Fairfield County from the soon-to-be-released, and nationally recognized, Community Wellbeing Report. Our Greater Danbury Nonprofit Legislative Forum will give you the [ ... ] Continue reading »
Held in partnership with Norwalk Community College, the annual Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum is an opportunity for Norwalk-area nonprofits to directly connect with their state legislators. This year, we will share key findings for Fairfield County from the soon-to-be-released, and nationally recognized, Community Wellbeing Report. Our Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum will give you the [ ... ] Continue reading »
This webinar will provide an overview of the process for applying for a competitive grant from Fairfield County's Community Foundation. The information session will cover grantmaking priorities, types of grants awarded, grantee eligibility, as well as tips to avoid common pitfalls when completing your request. Click here to register for this free webinar.
This training is the second in a four-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County's Giving Day. 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 Defining [ ... ] Continue reading »
This workshop introduces participants to 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. You will: Understand the basic concepts and language of RBA Learn how to develop [ ... ] Continue reading »
This training is the third in a four-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day. Provided by Hearst CT Media's Creative Director, Robert DiGioia According to the 2016 Inbox Report from Fluent, the US is addicted to email. Over 80% Americans check their email at least once per day, 66% check their email more [ ... ] Continue reading »
How are public school students faring in your town compared to the rest of the state and Fairfield County? Are Fairfield County young adults prepared for success in the workplace? What will our communities look like in 10 years? Join us to learn the answers to these questions and much more as we reflect on [ ... ] Continue reading »
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. Proceeds support free services to victims of [ ... ] Continue reading »
This training is the fourth in a four-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County's Giving Day. Good 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 [ ... ] 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 $3 million to 592 local nonprofits. We invite you to join us, and thousands more on March 9, 2017 for an [ ... ] Continue reading »
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: Understand how performance measurement relates to program purpose and design Refine and construct “How much?”, “How well?” [ ... ] Continue reading »
Skills for Challenging Times: Preparing for Collaborative Opportunities This training is designed for Executive Directors and Board Members of each participating nonprofit organization. Attendance in partnership with Board members is highly recommended. Nonprofits are increasingly realizing that individual organizations alone will not be able to improve community conditions, but instead must work in collaboration with [ ... ] Continue reading »
How are public school students faring in your town compared to the rest of the state and Fairfield County? Are Fairfield County young adults prepared for success in the workplace? What will our communities look like in 10 years? Join us to learn the answers to these questions and much more as we reflect on [ ... ] Continue reading »
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