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Charitable Giving Under Threat with New Tax Law
HARTFORD, CT -- David Obedzinski, president of the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, voices his concerns about changes in the federal tax law that may negatively impact charitable giving in 2018. He encourages increased volunteering and giving to nonprofits, "Let's work together to shift the focus to what's best for our community without leaning on a potential tax deduction as a motivator. Let's do it for the right reasons, together, as one generous nation, indivisible and with care for all."
Connecticut Community Foundation to Host 6th Annual Online Give-A-Thon on April 24-25
The 36-hour “Give Local” campaign will benefit 257 local nonprofits
MEDIA ADVISORY: United Way to Host Community Campaign Celebration, Annual Meeting
MARCH 1st is Fairfield County Giving Day! “Give Where You Live” & Help Your Community Thrive at FCGives.org
Fairfield County's Giving Day is Just A Few Days Away - On March 1st, Over 430 Nonprofits Will Appeal To Your Generosity
Membership Drive Begins for Community Foundation’s Catalyst Fund
Bracket-Style Fundraising Tournament to Raise Awareness and Funds for Connecticut Charities
CONNECTICUT -- Next month, 59 nonprofits in Connecticut will have the opportunity to win $10,000 on top of the money they raise through Brackets for Good – Connecticut, a month-long competitive fundraising tournament that inspires community members to learn about and rally behind charitable nonprofits.
Nonprofit Organizations Invited To Participate in Give Local Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills
WATERBURY, CT -- On April 24 and 25, 2018, Connecticut Community Foundation will host its sixth annual online community giving event, Give Local Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills. Nonprofit organizations who serve the region are invited to register now. Ion Bank Foundation is the presenting sponsor.
An Update on the Hurricane Maria Puerto Rico Relief Fund
NEW BRITAIN, CT -- Since establishing the fund within 48 hours of the devastating hurricane hitting the island of Puerto Rico we’ve collected $41,428 in gifts and grants from individuals and organizations including support from our own foundation and the American Savings Foundation. An additional $7,500 was granted and designated by our Foundation for local efforts raising our total amounted committed to $48,928.
Editorial: The Rewards of the Giving Fund
A Need is Identified, and United Way Donors Answer
FAIR HAVEN, CT -- United Way of Greater New Haven learned late last week that the influx of families from Puerto Rico was straining the food delivery efforts in Fair Haven. United Way donors answered the call for help, and in just a few days, we collected $3,750—enough to provide food for 75 families.
Giving Guide: Business Gives Back
Generous Local Donors Support Puerto Rico Relief
Bank of America Partners with Feeding America on the Give A Meal Program
NEW HAVEN, CT -- Bank of America is partnering with Feeding America and its network of 200 member food banks on the Give A Meal program. Give online or drop off locations in New Haven and Fairfield counties.
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut Launches Neighbors in Need
CT Rocks! A Benefit Concert For Music Education
REDDING, CT -- In response to Connecticut's budget crisis, which has severely impacted students' access and exposure to music education and the arts, Connecticut-based nonprofits SpreadMusicNow and Band Together CT have announced a benefit concert in support of music education on November 4th. All funds raised will be matched by local philanthropists in conjunction with Fairfield County's Community Foundation.