Aug
15
Foundation Administrators Network - August
Location Title:
Virtual
Join the Foundation Administrator Network for our second meeting of the year.
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Feb
22
Member Orientation
Location Title:
Virtual
Council members can access numerous resources, including the Annual Grantmaker Salary and Benefits report, Data on CT Communities, and more.
Feb
21
DAFRC National Study on DAFs Report- Public Webinar
Location Title:
Virtual
On Thursday, February 15, the Donor Advised Fund Research Collaborative (DAFRC) will release the National Study on Donor Advised Funds.
Feb
15
Keith Phaneuf's 2024 Big Budget Review
Location Title:
Virtual
A discussion about possible changes to the state budget and their impact on your state, your community, and your family.
Welcome Megan Brown!
Release Date:
02/07/2024
Megan Brown recently joined the staff at the Community Foundation as Vice President.
Hartford Foundation Announces Changes to Community Impact Team
Release Date:
02/06/2024
The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving announces new leadership in its Community Impact department, which is responsible for the Foundation’s grantmaking, capacity building, learning and evaluation, and public policy work.
The Guilford Foundation Sets Annual Grant Application Deadline for March 15
Release Date:
02/05/2024
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) announced its 2024 annual grant deadline is March 15, 2024. Last year, TGF awarded 28 competitive grants to community-serving organizations, ranging from $1,000 to $12,000, with an average award of $4,000.
Feb
08
Housing Affinity Group - February
Location Title:
Virtual
The Housing Funder Network convenes funders interested in or investing in addressing homelessness and affordable housing to discuss current and emerging issues, best practices, and opportunities for collaboration.
Walter ‘Doc’ Hurley Scholarship Fund for Greater Hartford at the Hartford Foundation Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Release Date:
02/02/2024
In 2014, a generous group of local residents made contributions to start the Walter “Doc” Hurley Scholarship Fund for Greater Hartford, making it possible to offer a scholarship to an eligible student from the region.
United Way and Social Equity Council Announce $1.8MM in Grants
Release Date:
01/29/2024
Danbury, CT.
Tax Season Officially Begins – More Families Eligible for Free Tax Assistance Than Ever Before
Release Date:
01/29/2024
Hartford, CT (Jan. 29, 2024) – Today marks the first official day of the tax season, and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is back to offer free federal and state income tax preparation and filing for qualifying Connecticut residents.
The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven Expands Reach and Deepens Impact in 2023
Release Date:
01/31/2024
The Foundation makes $32.7 million in grants and distributions and receives $41.6 million in new gifts and assets.
State of Early Childhood: A Response to the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Panel on Child Care and a Continuation of Spotlighting Disenfranchised Populations
Release Date:
01/12/2024
Connecticut Voices for Children (CT Voices) envisions a Connecticut where all our children thrive. As such, families need to thrive (since children are part of families) and ensuring a strong and equitable workforce is critical to this.
MSCF Holds Reception to Celebrate $50,500 in Grants Awarded to Support Local Women and Girls
Release Date:
01/25/2024
Main Street Community Foundation recently held the Women & Girls Fund Annual Meeting & Grantee Reception on January 25, 2024, to recognize annual accomplishments and honor the nonprofit organizations supported.
Hartford Foundation Social Enterprise Program Boosts Nonprofits’ Earned Income Potential
Release Date:
01/29/2024
Nonprofit organizations across Greater Hartford face increased demand for services, while they struggle to raise sufficient funds.
Feb
12
Now What? Leveraging Federal Funds & Building Community Capacity for Climate Justice
Location Title:
Virtual
You’re probably aware that the federal government is investing close to $4 trillion in infrastructure, environmental and clean energy projects in cities and states across America.
Hartford Foundation Seeks Proposals for Greater Hartford Civic Engagement and Get Out the Vote Efforts
Release Date:
01/19/2024
Since 2018, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving has provided nearly $1 million in grants to encourage greater civic engagement and increase voter participation across Greater Hartford.
Feb
08
Member Orientation - February
New to the Council? Curious to know more about the resources available to members? Join us for this special opportunity to connect with colleagues and meet the Council staff.
Jan
30
Key Nonprofit Trends to Watch in 2024
Nonprofits and foundations face a broad array of challenges in the year ahead, especially as A.I. continues to evolve, a presidential election looms, and the fundraising outlook remains cloudy.
Jun
07
Supporting Organizing Work CT General Body Meeting - June
Location Title:
Hybrid
Meeting registration is open to all SOW-CT members for the hybrid Jun. 7th General Body Meeting.