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SUMMARY:Board Chair Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Is your Board Chair new to the role or in need of support to manage and strategically lead your organization? If so\, invite your Chair to join our workshop on May 11\, 2021 – with Debra Hertz\, Managing Director of the Strategy Group. \nAttending this workshop will help your Board Chair: \n\nGain confidence and feel more comfortable in their role as Board Chair\nUnderstand ways to effectively use an Executive Committee\nFeel confident leading effective board meetings\nLearn how to create and monitor board goals\n\nRegister today!  \nFeatured Speaker:\nDebra Hertz\, Managing Director\nThe Strategy Group\nDebra Hertz has over 25 years of experience in non-profit\, philanthropic\, governance and academia. At the Strategy Group\, she works with organizations on issues related to strategic planning\, transition management\, merger planning and integration\, leadership coaching\, governance and organizational effectiveness. Debra has extensive board experience and currently serves on the boards of directors at Liberation Programs\, Inc. and Achievement First Bridgeport Academy.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/board-chair-essentials-4/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20190911T154015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T154015Z
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SUMMARY:MERGERS\, PARTNERSHIPS AND STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
DESCRIPTION:Increasingly\, organizations are adapting to the ever-changing nonprofit landscape by affiliating with other organizations in some capacity. Agencies that are successfully able to collaborate can operate more effectively and cost-efficiently\, allowing them to best provide services in our community while allowing them to modify their working relationships as needed. This workshop will discuss the practical and legal considerations for strategic collaborations among nonprofits. Click here to register!  \nTOPICS WILL INCLUDE\n\nAn organization’s motivations for collaborating with other agencies\nFactors to consider in determine why and how to collaborate\nDifferent forms of collaboration such as MOUs\, shared services agreements\, partnering on programs\, joint ventures\, asset transfers\, mergers\, and consolidations\nWhen and how to involve outside expertise such as consultants and attorneys\nQuestions and challenges\n\nSPEAKERS\nMaurice Segall\, Esq.\, Director of Fairfield County and NY Program\, Pro Bono Partnership\nJames Greifzu\, Esq.\, Counsel\, Wiggin and Dana\nAnne Yurasek\, Principal\, Fio Partners \nLOCATION\nFairfield County’s Community Foundation\n40 Richards Avenue\nNorwalk\, CT 06854
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/mergers-partnerships-and-strategic-alliances/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20190830T144227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T144337Z
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SUMMARY:Human Resources Best Practices Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about best practices in human resources from FCCF’s Director of Human Resources\, Tara Berlingo. The training will focus on an overview of benefits management\, compliance and conflict resolution. This will be especially beneficial for making sure bases are covered when there isn’t a dedicated human resources staff person in-house.\n\nDon’t miss your chance to attend this special workshop. Register Today!\n\n\nFeatured Speaker\nTara Berlingo\nDirector\, Human Resources\nFairfield County’s Community Foundation
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/human-resources-best-practices-workshop/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T133000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180430T173238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190621T115457Z
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SUMMARY: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 and Mike Rosen of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation 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/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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20190703T170953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190709T133300Z
UID:10000408-1564567200-1564574400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices in Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Join CNE for a discussion on Best Practices in Advocacy! Panel speakers include Kate Farrar\, Executive Director of CWEALF\, Subira Gordon\, Executive Director of ConnCAN\, Lucas Codognolla\, Executive Director for CT Students for a Dream and Alicia Woodsby\, Senior Policy Advisor for Partnership for Strong Communities. Panelists will share the strategies their organization implements to accomplish their advocacy goals followed by discussion and Q&A. Come learn about their recent challenges and wins in advancing their legislative agendas.\n\nDon’t miss your chance to attend this session – Register Today!
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/best-practices-in-advocacy/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20190603T180257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190603T180257Z
UID:10000406-1563786000-1563814800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Data Clinics with the CT Data Collaborative
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about your data collection process? Do your survey questions need a thorough examination? Are you looking to reimagine your reporting?  \nThe Connecticut Data Collaborative is offering Data Clinics\, which are 90-minute consultancy meetings where they tackle a specific data issue or challenge your organization is facing. They will review an existing or newly developed survey\, examine your current data reports\, or think about the data operations in your organization to improve how you capture the impact of your work.  \nAs part of your registration please also complete this form by June 28th. \nApplicants will be selected by first week of July and notified of their time slot.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/data-clinics-with-the-ct-data-collaborative/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20171031T131419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190506T185742Z
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SUMMARY:Results-Based Accountability: The Basics and Performance Measures (Two Parts: July 10 & July 24)
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 10\, 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 July 24\, 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 7/10 & 7/24 (9:30am-12:30pm). Click here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/results-based-accountability-basics-performance-measures-two-parts-january-31-february-14/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20190315T164050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190423T134804Z
UID:10000405-1558431000-1558438200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:EFFECTIVE BOARDS AND BOARD MEETINGS: YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED!
DESCRIPTION:Do you sit on a nonprofit board? Are you confused about the roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit board member? Do you wonder how to make your board meetings more effective and efficient? Do you know how to use agendas\, adopt resolutions\, and keep minutes? \nIn partnership with Pro Bono Partnership\, we’ve put together this in-person workshop to answer some of our clients’ most frequently asked questions. Join us to hear the answers – and bring your own questions! \nRegister today!  \nTOPICS WILL INCLUDE\n\nBoard roles and responsibilities\nStructuring your board to ensure your nonprofit is meeting its legal and fiduciary obligations\nBoard-related corporate documents – agendas\, minutes\, resolutions\nUsing committees\nThe role of staff in board meetings\nPractical ideas for running an efficient and effective board meeting\n\nSPEAKER\nMaurice K. Segall\, Esq.\, New York and Fairfield County\, CT\, Program Director\, Pro Bono Partnership
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/effective-boards-and-board-meetings-your-questions-answered/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20171030T110651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T192745Z
UID:10000347-1556874000-1556884800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Data Skills Series
DESCRIPTION:If you are a nonprofit wanting to better understand your impact or make a compelling case to funders\, you need data! Held in partnership with the Connecticut Data Collaborative\, the Data Skills Series is designed to increase data literacy and build the data capacity of nonprofit staff. This workshop is suited for organizations and individuals who are using data and want to improve their data collection\, analysis and reporting processes. \nThis three-part series will take place on the following dates: May 3\, May 17 and May 31. \nThis workshop series will cover: \n\nData Collection – understand the basic concepts and language of data\, and the different methods of data collection\nData Analysis – evaluate common analytical techniques and common data analysis tools\, including spreadsheeting\, visualization and database programs\nData Reporting – convey the main findings of your data project and outline a communications plan\n\nCost: $150 per organization; $200 for two attendees (maximum of two participants per organization). \nClick here to register. \nPresented by the Connecticut Data Collaborative.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/data-skills-series/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T230000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20190314T192235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190315T171800Z
UID:10000404-1556616600-1556665200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:TRENDS IN LOCAL PHILANTHROPY
DESCRIPTION:Trends in Local Philanthropy with Karen Brown \nInterested in hyper local trends in philanthropy? Join Karen Brown of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation to discuss the latest happenings in Fairfield County. Learn more about funder networks\, giving circles\, the growth in women’s philanthropy and how donor mindsets have changed. \nRegister today! 
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/cne-training-trends-in-local-philanthropy/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20190104T134650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190131T024105Z
UID:10000400-1548925200-1548936000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: DIGITAL MARKETING SERIES: PART 5 –  HARNESS THE POWER OF PUBLIC RELATIONS & MASS MEDIA TO RAISE AWARENESS OF YOUR MISSION
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled as of 1/30/2019 \nDiscover forms of media that will boost your nonprofit’s message; how to create a newsworthy “hook;” and how to approach the media with a publicity request. \nIt’s critical to any organization’s success to raise public awareness and maintain community goodwill. Media channels can enable that success\, but it’s important to manage them properly to best achieve your organization’s goals. Attend this training to discover which forms of media might be best suited for your message\, learn how to create a newsworthy “hook\,” and how to approach the media with a publicity request. \nIn this workshop you will learn: \n\nHow to pitch a news story or feature to an Editor\nWhat is considered “newsworthy” to the media\nWhich types of channels (ie. Radio\, broadcast\, print\, social media) might be best for your organization.\n\nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-5-harness-the-power-of-public-relations-mass-media-to-raise-awareness-of-your-mission/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180618T003931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T142535Z
UID:10000380-1545296400-1545307200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Series: Part 4 - Optimizing Your Digital Toolbox
DESCRIPTION:The cloud is\, a system of servers that host information on the Internet. Many use the cloud to store their data in that system. They access their information online instead of storing it on on-site. Cloud is unlocking benefits such as insight\, agility and operational efficiency that are enhancing nonprofits’ ability to help those who need it most. Attend this training\, and learn how to best make the cloud work for you. \nThis workshop is part of a four-part series intended to support nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2019. Attendees are welcome to sign up for individual workshops or the entire series here. A certificate in Nonprofit Digital Marketing will be awarded to people attending the entire series. Accredited 12 CFRE credits for Certified Fundraising Executive continuing education units. \nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-4-optimizing-your-digital-toolbox/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Breslin":MAILTO:kbreslin@ctnonprofitalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180614T172735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T121118Z
UID:10000370-1544605200-1544612400@fccfoundation.org
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. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/greater-norwalk-nonprofit-legislative-forum-3/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180618T003747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T175038Z
UID:10000378-1544086800-1544097600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Series: Part 3 - The ABC's of Digital Copywriting and Content Creation
DESCRIPTION:Are people bothering to listen to what your nonprofit is saying? The truth is that many nonprofits are sending out lots of communications\, but too few people are listening. In this training\, you’ll learn how to create digital content that stands out and get people to act. \nThis workshop is part of a four-part series intended to support nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2019. Attendees are welcome to sign up for individual workshops or the entire series here. A certificate in Nonprofit Digital Marketing will be awarded to people attending the entire series. Accredited 12 CFRE credits for Certified Fundraising Executive continuing education units. \nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-3-the-abcs-of-digital-copywriting-and-content-creation/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Breslin":MAILTO:kbreslin@ctnonprofitalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180618T003616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T174929Z
UID:10000376-1542272400-1542283200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Series: Part 2 - Powerful Social Networking
DESCRIPTION:Social networks are powerhouses of change and they were not invented by Facebook\, Twitter or LinkedIn!  Humankind naturally creates social networks. Nonprofits have long used the power of social networking for advocacy\, community building and fundraising. The digital age is providing new and quick ways to widely build and activate human networks. \nIn Powerful Social Networking\, you will learn: \n\nThe essential\, unchanging rules of social networks – online and offline\nHow to select the social network platforms – Facebook\, Twitter\, LinkedIn\, etc. -best for your nonprofit\nSecrets to going viral with crowdfunding and peer-to-peer fundraising\nFive things you can do immediately to become a more effective social networker\nAnd much more…\n\nThis workshop is part of a four-part series intended to support nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2019. Attendees are welcome to sign up for individual workshops or the entire series here. A certificate in Nonprofit Digital Marketing will be awarded to people attending the entire series. Accredited 12 CFRE credits for Certified Fundraising Executive continuing education units. \nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-2-powerful-social-networking/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Breslin":MAILTO:kbreslin@ctnonprofitalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180614T172706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T121302Z
UID:10000369-1541678400-1541685600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Finding Data for Grants
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this interactive conversation on “Finding Data for Grants” with Mark Abraham\, Executive Director of DataHaven. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/finding-data-for-grants/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180618T003414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180628T151935Z
UID:10000374-1541064600-1541075400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Series: Part 1 - Nonprofit Website 3.0
DESCRIPTION:This class will show you how to get the most out of the investments you’ve already made in current websites… And if you are thinking about a new or upgraded website\, this class is an absolute must. \nIn Nonprofit Website 3.0\, you will learn: \n\nThe essential principles of creating a third-generation website (websites 3.0)\nThe three critical homepage mistakes nonprofits are making\nWhy nonprofit websites are terrible for driving online donations — and what you can do about it.\nHow mobile has transformed basic elements of web design\nGetting “sticky” site traffic so that online visitors become donors\, clients and advocates\nHow to get a Google AdWords Grant to work hard bringing the right clients\, donors and advocates to your webpage.\nWhat to look for in a web designers/developer …. and to manage them now and over time.\n\nThis workshop is part of a four-part series intended to support nonprofits participating in Fairfield County’s Giving Day 2019. Attendees are welcome to sign up for individual workshops or the entire series here. A certificate in Nonprofit Digital Marketing will be awarded to people attending the entire series. Accredited 12 CFRE credits for Certified Fundraising Executive continuing education units. \nClick here to register. Held in partnership with the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/digital-marketing-series-part-1-nonprofit-website-3-0/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Katie Breslin":MAILTO:kbreslin@ctnonprofitalliance.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180710T124640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180710T124720Z
UID:10000382-1540458000-1540483200@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Data Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Data Bootcamp is a day-long training focused on data analysis and data visualization for nonprofit professionals. Our users are looking for opportunities to learn in a hands-on workshop style and to have supportive instructors close at hand. In the first half of the day\, we will practice data analysis in spreadsheeting format\, including constructing formulas\, creating pivot tables and generating descriptive statistics. In the afternoon\, we will explore data visualization as an analytical tool and for reporting purposes. We will learn ways to enhance basic data viz in Excel and Google Sheets and before exploring other dataviz programs including Tableau. \nLed by the Connecticut Data Collaborative. \nClick here to register. Fee includes lunch.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/data-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180912T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180524T124858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T121022Z
UID:10000367-1536769800-1536778800@fccfoundation.org
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-3/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180717T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180426T130003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T120755Z
UID:10000361-1531819800-1531830600@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Results-Based Accountability: The Basics and Performance Measures (Two Parts: July 17 & August 7)
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 17\, 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 7\, 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 7/17/18 and 8/7/18 (9:30am-12:30pm). Click here to register. Included in the fee will be three months of unlimited access to a recorded version of the webinar.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/results-based-accountability-basics-performance-measures-two-parts-july-17-august-7/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Nonprofit Excellence,Foundation Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Khalilah Johnson":MAILTO:kjohnson@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180420T133000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20171004T125139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T125139Z
UID:10000346-1524225600-1524231000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series: What's Next for Community Philanthropy?
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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 coming years. Fairfield County’s Community Foundation used this primer with our own Board of Directors and staff. Attend this workshop and you will: \n\nObtain a sneak peak into how community philanthropy organizations – such as community foundations and United Ways across the U.S. – are proactively responding to large-scale trends\nBrainstorm with fellow nonprofit leaders how you can use this primer to benefit your own organization\nGet a hard copy of the primer for use with your staff and board members\n\nClick here to register. Due to limited seating\, we request one representative per organization only. \nKAREN BROWN: Karen joined the Community Foundation in 1998. She is responsible for keeping us abreast of trends and best practices in the community foundation sector\, and promoting learning\, innovation and thought leadership. \nShe is a board member of Social Venture Partners Connecticut\, the Support Center for Nonprofit Management\, and serves on the program committee for the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy\, the steering committee for the Fairfield County Collaborative Fund for Affordable Housing\, and the Connecticut committee of the Regional Plan Association. \nKaren graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Brown University\, and holds a master’s degree in public and nonprofit administration from the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service at New York University. She co-founded the Wagner Alumni in Philanthropy Network. She received the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy’s Martha S. Newman Award for sustained and exemplary staff performance at a Connecticut foundation.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/lunch-learn-series-whats-next-community-philanthropy/
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:20180215T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180117T184017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T153727Z
UID:10000354-1518715800-1518724800@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening & Discussion: Battle of the Sexes
DESCRIPTION: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 a cultural spectacle that resonated far beyond the tennis court\, sparking discussions about gender equality\, ongoing women’s movement and the sexual revolution. \nFilm is rated PG13 for some sexual content and partial nudity \nDoors open at 5:30 pm. The film will begin at 6 pm and will be followed by an interactive discussion. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/film-screening-discussion-battle-sexes/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, 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:20180201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180201T103000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20170929T121713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T151344Z
UID:10000341-1517477400-1517481000@fccfoundation.org
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. \nThis is a repeat of the December 1\, 2017 Bootcamp.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/giving-day-bootcamp/
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:20180125T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20180117T184052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T184052Z
UID:10000356-1516901400-1516910400@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Pizza\, Popcorn and Paid Leave
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDoors open at 5:30 pm for pizza & networking! The film will begin at 6 pm and will be followed by an interactive discussion. \nBrought to you by the Campaign for Paid Family Leave and Fairfield County’s Community Foundation! \nCHILDCARE PROVIDED! \nRSVP HERE: https://bit.ly/ZeroWeeksNorwalk \n***SNOW DATE IS THURSDAY\, 2/1!***
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/pizza-popcorn-paid-leave/
LOCATION:Fairfield County’s Community Foundation\, 40 Richards Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Events,Fund for Women & Girls
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Fund for Women &amp%3B Girls":MAILTO:aquesada@fccfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20170926T154951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180103T141606Z
UID:10000339-1515585600-1515591000@fccfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Series: Advancing Your Mission Through Local Advocacy
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAt this lunch and learn\, you will: \n\nLearn the latest trending public policy issues impacting the ability of the nonprofit sector to advance their mission\nUnderstand the power of nonprofit advocacy and collaborations in defeating harmful public policy\nAdd more tools to your toolbox – know how\, when\, and where to engage local legislators\n\nClick here to register. \nJEFF SHAW: Jeffrey Shaw is the Director of Public Policy for The Alliance. Jeff has over twelve years’ experience in government relations and public policy development\, providing expertise on the state budget\, bonding\, nonprofit trends\, economic impact\, public health and federal legislation. Prior to joining The Alliance in October 2012\, Jeff served as Senior Legislative Aide & Team Leader at the Connecticut General Assembly\, specializing in health policy and judicial reform. He has been active in the Council of State Governments Innovations Review and Health Policy Committees\, and was recognized with the Virgil Puskarich State and Regional Leadership Award at the 2012 Council of State Governments\, Eastern Regional Conference (CSG/ERC). The Council of State Governments develops regional policy solutions with all three branches of governments in the states\, Canadian provinces\, and U.S. territories.
URL:https://fccfoundation.org/event/lunch-learn-series-advancing-mission-local-advocacy/
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:20171212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20170620T152749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T143440Z
UID:10000274-1513069200-1513076400@fccfoundation.org
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:20260819T070859
CREATED:20170929T121757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T121757Z
UID:10000343-1512388800-1512394200@fccfoundation.org
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:20260819T070859
CREATED:20170929T121740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T121740Z
UID:10000342-1512129600-1512133200@fccfoundation.org
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:20260819T070859
CREATED:20170614T124119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T165329Z
UID:10000338-1510911000-1510921800@fccfoundation.org
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:20171101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T070859
CREATED:20170614T124506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170718T130159Z
UID:10000270-1509526800-1509539400@fccfoundation.org
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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