Highlights from Our 2026 Annual Meeting

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Meeting. It was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the past year, celebrate our community’s impact, and share what’s ahead for New Canaan Community Foundation.

We were honored to hear from:

• Lauren Patterson, CEO & President, NCCF

• Chris Schipper, Board Chair, NCCF

• John Sheffield, Treasurer, NCCF

In addition to NCCF partners whose stories show why this work matters, and the difference we make when we come together.

• Marcy Rand, Town of New Canaan, Human Services to discuss the partnership with the Town of New Canaan, NCCF & C&H Auto to help individuals in financial need to help with car repairs.

• Nancy Coughlin, Chief Executive Officer, Person to Person to discuss the recent the food insecurity needs and how NCCF was able to help and partner with the organization to help individuals and families, when there was greater need near the holidays.

To every partner, supporter, and friend, thank you for being part of our community. To our nonprofit partners in human services and behavioral health, your dedication makes a real impact every day.