Highlights from Our 2026 Annual Meeting
Our 2026 Annual Meeting was a chance to reflect, celebrate, and share what’s ahead. From highlighting inspiring partner stories to honoring the impact of our nonprofit community, the evening reminded us what’s possible when we come together.
Highlights from February Panel Discussion
Our February panel discussion brought together leaders and community members for a meaningful conversation on federal policy changes and their impact on nonprofits and communities. The discussion explored challenges, shared insights, and highlighted the ripple effects of policy shifts.
Read on for five key takeaways from the discussion.
Join Us for a Community Panel Discussion this February
Join the New Canaan Community Foundation this February for a Community Panel Discussion on how recent federal policy changes are impacting local nonprofit services and the community. Hear from local leaders and discover what these shifts mean for the future of support in New Canaan.
Volunteer Recognition Awards: Nominate a Local Hero by January 30
Do you know a volunteer who goes above and beyond in New Canaan? Nominate them by January 30 for the 2026 Volunteer Recognition Awards and help us celebrate our local heroes!
Highlights from the New Canaan Volunteer Fair
The New Canaan Volunteer Fair welcomed 43 organizations and around 480 attendees for community connection and ways to get involved. Read the full recap to see all the highlights and participating organizations.
NCCF’s Fall Fête Featured in Bedford & New Canaan Magazine
Discover how the New Canaan Community Foundation Fall Feté brought friends and neighbors together, now featured in Bedford & New Canaan Magazine. Read more about this unforgettable evening!
Join the Volunteer Fair on Saturday, January 10 - 10:30-1:30pm
Learn about the more than 40 nonprofits in New Canaan and ways to get involved - for all ages!
Your 2025 Impact, at a Glance
See how your support made an impact in 2025. View the New Canaan Community Foundation’s Annual Report.
Tax Benefits of Giving: How to Give Smarter Before Tax Laws Change
With federal tax changes coming in 2026, now is the time to make your charitable giving go further. Learn how donor-advised funds and other strategies can maximize both your impact on the community and your personal tax benefits.
Supporting the Heart of Our Community
This holiday season, we celebrate the generosity of New Canaan. In 2025, NCCF awarded $1.04 million to 94 local nonprofits, helping strengthen our community. Here’s a message from the tri-chairs of the Annual Appeal about the impact of your support and how you can help continue this important work.
Nine Grants Issued from Community Behavioral Health Fund, totaling $108,275
Thanks to generous donors, NCCF is awarding grants that strengthen behavioral health programs and systems in New Canaan, supporting families, youth, and community well-being.
New Canaan Holiday House Tour – December 5 & 6
The New Canaan Holiday House Tour returns this week, showcasing six beautifully decorated homes while raising charitable funds through NCCF’s partnership with the Newcomers Club of New Canaan.
NCCF Provides $20,000 in Emergency Grants
Open Doors and Person to Person are each receiving $10,000 grants this week to support their efforts in providing food and basic needs to our neighbors in Norwalk and Stamford. Both are long-time partners of NCCF, and in recent years have been grant recipients following our annual vetting process. But right now, we want to help with an extra boost given increased demand.
NCCF Fall Fête: An Evening of Dining, Dancing and Philanthropy
Friends, neighbors, and supporters came together at NCCF’s Fall Fête for an unforgettable evening of dining, dancing, and philanthropy. Celebrate the night’s highlights and relive the moments in our photo gallery.