Donor Stories

Every day, lives are changed by the generosity of caring people like you.

Donors to the Fairfield County Community Foundation make a difference in Fairfield County and beyond in many important ways. Find out how.

Making a Difference
The Theodore and Margaret Beard Excellence in Teaching Awards

Recognizing outstanding public school educators in Bridgeport
A benevolent family starts an annual tradition in Bridgeport that has become one of the largest teaching awards in the nation.


Stella Margaret McHenry Fund

Meeting the Housing Needs of Norwalk's Seniors
A bequest from a Norwalk teacher established a Fund that has helped 72 seniors in Norwalk remain in independent, affordable housing.


Learn More

Annual Report 2007

More About FCCF Nonprofit and Community Leadership

Other Philanthropic Resources

Comparing Vehicles for Charitable Giving

What is a Community Foundation?

Overview of Features and Benefits

Tiered Service Levels for Donor Advised Funds

Giving Gazette

Does Giving to your Alma Mater Make a Difference? You Be the Judge

In Their Own Words

“By sharing their philanthropic expertise, the Foundation has helped me grow from a raw neophyte to an educated, confident grantor.”

Anne Leonhardt
Fundholder