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State Budget and ARPA Briefing
Join the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy as we host a panel overview discussion of Connecticut's state budget, the recent federal stimulus packages, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, and what they all mean for philanthropy. Speakers include Keith Phaneuf from the CT Mirror and Gian-Carl Casa from the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance.
A Courageous Conversation on Race & Philanthropy
Black Philanthropy Virtual Event Presented by the Prosperity Foundation
CT Philanthropy Digest - Spring 2020
Response Funds Available for Nonprofits
Charitable Giving Makes a Difference in Communities
NEW BRITAIN, CT -- An opinion article penned by Dave Davison, former president of the American Savings Foundation, encourages indivdual giving, reviews why individuals give to charity, and the discusses the possible affects of the new Federal tax laws on indivdual charitable giving.
CT Philanthropy Digest - December 2018
Newman's Own Foundation Launches New Website to Share the Common Good
WESTPORT, CT -- Newman’s Own Foundation, founded by the late actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, announced today the launch of CommonGood.com — a new web platform dedicated to sharing upli
The Black Giving Circle Fund Announces Successful Fundraising Campaign
HARTFORD, CT -- The generous members and supporters of the Black Giving Circle at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving have successfully completed a $25,000 fundraising campaign making the Fund eligible to receive a $25,000, dollar-for-dollar matching contribution to support the needs of Greater Hartford’s Black community.
The Prosperity Foundation to Kick Off Inaugural #GIVEBLACKCT Day of Giving
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
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.
New Accounts at Schwab Charitable Jump 91% in 2017’s Second Half
SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- The number of new accounts at Schwab Charitable rose 91 percent from July to December last year, over the same period in 2016, the philanthropic-services provider announced Tuesday. The bulk of the grant making occurred from July to December, when Schwab donors gave $900 million through 230,000 grants.
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.