Events

Effective Communication with Prospects and Donors

University of Bridgeport, Waterbury Campus 84 Progress Lane, Waterbury, CT, United States

Fundraising is all about relationships, and relationships are based on productive communication. Join us to explore the who, what, why, and when of “donor-centric” communication. This workshops will focus on nonprofit newsletters, web sites, and grant reports, and will also touch upon getting to know and segmenting your audiences, conducting a successful site visit with your funder, assessing and re-adjusting your communications efforts for maximum impact, and cultivating all donors for future support.

Executive Director Roundtable: The Importance of Advocacy

Connecticut Community Foundation 43 Field Street, Waterbury, CT, United States

More than ever, advocacy is a critical component of a nonprofit’s strategy for success. Join us as Jeff Shaw, public policy director for The Alliance, the state’s largest nonprofit advocacy group, leads a discussion on the importance of advocacy and the most effective ways in which nonprofits can advocate for their organizations.

Free

Western Connecticut Leadership Information Session

Gunn Memorial Library 5 Wykeham Road, Washington, CT, United States

Connecticut Community Foundation and the Western Connecticut Leadership planning team invite you to learn about an extraordinary program— now in its fourth year—for proven leaders and accomplished professionals.  Join us for wine and [...]