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Events and Workshops

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.

Upcoming Events

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Nonprofit Workshops

AI Playground: Open Discussion for Nonprofit Professionals (Series)

Oct 06, 2026 - Dec 01, 2026

This webinar series is designed for nonprofit professionals who are brand new to AI, those who are more experienced, and all points in between.

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Nonprofit Workshops

Executive Directors Roundtable (monthly)

Oct 09, 2026 - Dec 11, 2026

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

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Nonprofit Workshops

Strengthening Your Board to Meet the Moment

Oct 16, 2026

This full-day workshop designed for Board/Executive Director teams will explore specific steps boards can take to prioritize core programs, raise money differently, and partner more effectively with peer organizations.

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Nonprofit Workshops

Board Chairs Roundtable (monthly)

Oct 23, 2026 - Dec 04, 2026

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

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Foundation Convenings

The Groundwater Approach: A Racial Equity Workshop

Oct 28, 2026

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

Nonprofit Workshops

Doing More with What You Have: Simple Evaluation Strategies for Nonprofits

Oct 29, 2026

Explore practical, right-sized approaches that meet your organization where it is, so evaluation feels less like an added burden and more like a natural part of how you work.

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Foundation Convenings

Civic Leagues: Affordable Housing

Nov 04, 2026 - Nov 18, 2026

Join us for three interactive community sessions designed to bring perspectives together, learn from one another, and begin identifying ways we can contribute to stronger, more affordable communities across Greater New Haven.