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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20161013T140913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170209T221152Z
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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:20170208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20170118T173811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170118T173811Z
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SUMMARY:Community Wellbeing in Stamford
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-stamford/
LOCATION:The Ferguson Library\, 96 Broad Street\, Stamford\, CT\, 06901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170202T103000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20161219T205346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161221T172626Z
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SUMMARY:Year-Round Effective Email Marketing for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:This training is the third in a four-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day. \nProvided by Hearst CT Media’s Creative Director\, Robert DiGioia \nAccording 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 than once per day\, and over 20% use notifications to check their emails as they arrive. Plus 2 out of 3 use their smartphones exclusively to read emails. We’ll take a look at how all these stats and more apply to nonprofits\, and help your organization build and maintain an engaged email subscriber database\, receptive to your campaigns and content. \nAttendees of this workshop will learn: \n\nhow to choose the right email service provider (ESP)\nhow email can be used for acquisition\, retention\, and win-back\nwhat’s working for other nonprofits and business verticals\nthe basics of design and copy\, and the importance of responsive design\nbest practices and industry standards\, including frequency\nhow email creates “channel lift” in an integrated campaign
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/year-round-effective-email-marketing-nonprofits/
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:20170124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170124T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20160928T161816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161107T194551Z
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SUMMARY:Results-Based Accountability: The Basics
DESCRIPTION: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: \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\nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/results-based-accountability-basics/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20161013T140829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161219T204300Z
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SUMMARY:Messaging Your Mission
DESCRIPTION:This training is the second in a four-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day. \nHeld 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: \n\nKey roles and responsibilities to consider when managing social media\nDefining tone and voice for Facebook and Twitter\nTips and examples for creating engaging content\nTips and examples for organizations with limited resources\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/messaging-your-mission/
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:20161216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20160928T132540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161107T194613Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Norwalk Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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 chance to explore this data with legislative leaders and discuss priorities in the upcoming legislative session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-norwalk-nonprofit-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:Norwalk Community College\, 188 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, 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:20161214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20160928T132315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161107T194619Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Danbury Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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 chance to explore this data with legislative leaders and discuss priorities in the upcoming legislative session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-danbury-nonprofit-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:Naugatuck Valley Community College – Danbury Campus\, 190 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810\, 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:20161209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20160928T131931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161107T194624Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Bridgeport Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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 to explore this data with legislative leaders and discuss priorities in the upcoming legislative session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-bridgeport-nonprofit-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:Housatonic Community College\, 900 Lafayette Boulevard\, Bridgeport\, CT\, 06604\, 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:20161207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20160928T131536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161108T184039Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Stamford Nonprofit Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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 will give you the chance to explore this data with legislative leaders and discuss priorities in the upcoming legislative session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-stamford-nonprofit-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:UCONN Stamford\, 1 University Place\, Stamford\, CT\, 06901\, 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:20161201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20161013T140734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T170208Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Your Fundraising Campaign
DESCRIPTION:This training is the first in a three-part series for nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day. \nYour Giving Day efforts will be successful if you have a plan for your Giving Day campaign. In this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nImportant steps that will help you create a successful plan and timeline\nKey essentials to building awareness and support for your campaign\nTips from organizations that have had success on Giving Day – a panel of 3-4 nonprofits will share stories and experiences\n\nClick here to register. Due to limited seating\, we ask that only one representative per organization register for this training.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/managing-online-fundraising-campaign/
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:20161103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20161013T140530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161025T123646Z
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SUMMARY:Fairfield County's Giving Day Kick-Off Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nUpdated eligibility requirements and how to register your organization\nNew features on FCGives.org to highlight your organization’s mission and impact and help you stand out from the crowd\nWays the Community Foundation will support your Giving Day campaign\nAnd much more!\n\nClick here to register. \n*Stay tuned as nonprofit registration opens on November 1st at FCGives.org.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/fairfield-countys-giving-day-kick-off-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence
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ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160414T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160414T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T160601
CREATED:20160129T173140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160218T195748Z
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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. \n Held in partnership with Sacred Heart University. \nRegister Here.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/essential-business-skills-series-a-guide-to-delivering-professional-presentations/
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="RJ Mercede":MAILTO:rmercede@fccfoundation.org
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