People with an interest in and commitment to Greater New Haven come together for events at The Foundation throughout the year. The Foundation also hosts specific events for donors and professional advisors, and its Capacity Building Program for nonprofits offers a full calendar of workshops for staff and board members.

All events will take place online unless otherwise indicated.

Upcoming Events

The Great Give 2025: Tip-of-the-Week Training and Drop-in Q&A Sessions (Series)

May 01, 2025 - May 15, 2025

Each 90-minute session will start with a presentation on a specific topic, but all sessions will end with open time for questions about any topic related to The Great Give. Stay for the whole presentation, or drop in later to ask a question.

Valley Executive Director Roundtable (Second Quarter Session)

May 02, 2025

Share experiences and compare challenges with other Valley-based Executive Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation

The Groundwater Approach: A Racial Equity Workshop

May 07, 2025 - Jun 11, 2025

An online workshop to build a practical understanding of structural racism presented by the Racial Equity Institute.

Community Conversations with Foundation President & CEO Karen DuBois-Walton: Affordability and Sustainability of Our Region

May 07, 2025

Join us for a special listening series with Foundation President and CEO, Karen DuBois-Walton. This is an opportunity to share your voice, ideas and hopes for the future of our region! Today's session will focus on the affordability and sustainability of our region.

Executive Directors Roundtable (monthly)

May 09, 2025 - Dec 12, 2025

Share experiences and compare challenges with other Executive Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation.

Federal Actions and Funding Cuts

May 14, 2025

What Recent Executive Actions Mean for Greater New Haven Residents, Nonprofits and Our Community

The Great Give 2025: Celebration and Debrief

May 20, 2025 - May 22, 2025

Participants are invited to share successes, learn from others and provide feedback to help improve the giving event.

Board Chairs Roundtable (monthly)

May 23, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025

Share experiences and compare challenges with other seated and rising nonprofit Board Chairs in a virtual facilitated conversation.

Development Director Roundtable (Second Quarter Session)

Jun 06, 2025

Share experiences and compare challenges with other Development Directors in a virtual facilitated conversation

Board Practices and Best Practices with Jackie Downing

Jun 14, 2025

Teams of board and staff learn about board recruitment, structure, operations, culture and the responsibility to provide financial sustainability.

Past Events, Recordings and Recaps