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Women & Girls Fund Supports Financial Literacy, Job Skills

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04/23/2018

... CT -- The Women & Girls Fund, a fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation has awarded $9,500 in grants ... Smart modules provide participants with the knowledge and resources they need to use the services and products of ... support the Hanson House Resiliency Group Established as a giving circle in 1999 by a small group of women who shared a ...

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Farmington Bank WTIC Community Concert Series Brings the Sounds and Fun of Simply Swing Orchestra to Cities and Towns in Connecticut and Massachusetts

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04/23/2018

... concerts by the popular 10-piece swing orchestra based in Connecticut. The concert series also includes the inaugural ... and in 2018 includes 12 performances across central Connecticut and western Massachusetts beginning in May. ... this wonderful program to the communities we serve in Connecticut and Massachusetts, and with the support of our ...

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Arts, Culture & Humanities

Animal Haven Unveils Remodeled Facility and Breaks Ground for New Cat Wing

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04/19/2018

... private, no kill shelters for homeless dogs and cats in Connecticut, today celebrated its grand reopening and broke ... is hoping to launch a capital campaign this year to raise funds for all of these renovations.” The shelter is ... 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code and related Connecticut laws. Photo: Denise Canning, Grants Manager of ...

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Environment & Animals

First Tee of Connecticut Is First Statewide Champion of Brackets For Good CT - Participating Nonprofits Raise $157,785 in 5 Weeks

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04/06/2018

... For Good online competitive fundraising tournament; Connecticut Nonprofits Raise $157,785 in 5 Weeks! First Tee ... Among the other Connecticut nonprofits raising the most funds are Hartford City Mission, $15,001; Cove Center for ... organizations across the country. It’s Competitive Giving. Everybody Wins. ### Contacts: Bernard Kavaler Express ...

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Philanthropy News

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Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Granting

Renowned Board Governance Expert Coming to Northwest Corner

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04/17/2018

... of directors. The event is co-hosted by the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation and the Connecticut ... relationship fundraising.

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More than $250,000 Awarded as Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Makes First Grants of 2018

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04/17/2018

... with disabilities. Community and Economic Development Connecticut Main Street Center. A $12,500 grant from the ... to replace equipment and upgrade technology. Education Connecticut Science Center. A $15,200 grant from the A. W. ... the achievement and enrichment gap. First Tee Program of Connecticut. A $15,000 grant from the J. Edward and Justine ...

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Community Foundation

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Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Granting

Charitable Giving Under Threat with New Tax Law

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04/16/2018

... 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 ... nation, indivisible and with care for all." Charitable Giving Under Threat with New Tax Law ...

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Community Foundation

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Tax and Regulatory Issues

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Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Granting

Connecticut Community Foundation to Host 6th Annual Online Give-A-Thon on April 24-25

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04/17/2018

... local nonprofits WATERBURY, CT -- It’s become an annual giving tradition! On April 24 and 25, Connecticut Community Foundation will host Give Local Greater ...

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United Way of Western CT To Launch Cora’s Kids, Focus on Early Childhood Development Through Infant and Toddler Childcare

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04/20/2018

... home childcare DANBURY, CT -- United Way of Western Connecticut (UWWC) will announce the launch of Cora’s Kids, ... grant towards the initiative. About United Way of Western Connecticut United Way of Western Connecticut (UWWC) improves ... of hard-working, struggling households by mobilizing the resources of local communities to create lasting change. We ...

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Working Cities Challenge

Chelsea Groton Foundation Makes $100K Grant for Establishing a Global City Initiative — Supporting the Revitalization of Downtown Norwich

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04/13/2018

NORWICH, CT -- The Chelsea Groton Foundation announced $100K in funding for a multi-year project of supporting the revitalization of Downtown Norwich through a Global City Initiative.

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Corporate Giving

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Arts, Culture & Humanities

Economic Development

Banking Boot Camp

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04/13/2018

... CT IFS is proud to partner with the Host Banks, Connecticut Department of Banking and Connecticut Bankers Association on this workforce development ...

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Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, New Britain Bees Partner to Support Hurricane Maria Puerto Rico Relief Fund

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04/12/2018

... fund and look forward to a great turnout on May 19.” “Giving back to our community is a cornerstone of our ...

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New Grants will Fund Nutritious Meals, Fitness Classes, Computer Training and More for Older People in the Region

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04/12/2018

Connecticut Community Foundation’s latest grants to area ... These are among the programs and services funded through Connecticut Community Foundation’s new grant ...

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Statewide Poll Shows Residents Worried About High Drug Costs – Support Strong Government Action Across Party Lines

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04/12/2018

MERIDEN, CT -- Universal Health Care Foundation of Connecticut released the results of a poll that shows state ... Healthcare Value Hub in early February. Over 900 Connecticut adults responded. A data brief summarizing the ... at a press conference on Thursday. It shows that Connecticut residents are worried they won't be able to ...

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Second Chance Training & Employment Program to be Recognized

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04/10/2018

... Williams, President of the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving will join Department of Corrections Deputy ... and Marketing Officer Hartford Foundation for Public Giving 860-548-1888 x1050 csenecal@hfpg.org Website & Social: ...

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Nancy Bernstein Named United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut's 2017 Community Service Award Winner

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03/28/2018

... Tuesday with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s 2017 Community Service Award at the ... Service Award is United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s highest volunteer honor. “We’re honored ... president and CEO, United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut. “Nancy previously served on our Board of ...

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Aurora Women and Girls Foundation at the Capitol

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04/09/2018

... management. Dantaya Williams, Vice President for Human Resources at UTC Pratt & Whitney, was pleased to report that ... on corporate boards and financial success for firms.

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BAD SONS Beer Co. Doing Good Deeds in the Valley for The Great Give® 2018

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04/06/2018

... nonprofits have registered to participate in the online giving event organized by The Community ... Foundation. “Whether it’s through special events, giving days like The Great Give®, or establishing a fund for ... receives funding from The Gates Fund and other preference funds at TCF. About The Great Give® 2018 The Great Give® ...

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Community Foundation

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Berkshire Taconic Awards $6.5 Million in Grants and Scholarships in 2017

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04/06/2018

... nonprofits with whom they partner in stewarding financial resources used to build healthy and vibrant communities. ... over $153 million. The foundation now oversees 535 funds established by generous donors to help strengthen ... builds stronger communities by inspiring charitable giving in northwest Litchfield County, CT; Berkshire County, ...

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Billie Jean King Inspires & Reflects at Fairfield County’s Community Foundation’s Fund for Women & Girls 20th Anniversary Celebration & Helps to Raise Over $700,000

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04/06/2018

... Women & Girls . Close to 1,000 friends and supporters from Connecticut and beyond were part of this auspicious event ... Media sponsors include Media Partner - Hearst Media Group Connecticut, Moffly Media, Star 99.9 and 95.9 the Fox. ... corporations and organizations can establish charitable funds or contribute to existing funds. The Community ...

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