On February 11, 2009, approximately 150 nonprofit professionals and state officials gathered in the Atrium of the LOB to mingle and discuss the value of nonprofits in a strained economy.
CT Nonprofits’ Annual Legislative Reception provides a more casual opportunity for nonprofit advocates and legislators to discuss the state’s budget and how nonprofits and legislators can work together to ensure that citizens get the services they need.
“We had a great turnout this year,” said Julia Wilcox, Policy Specialist for CT Nonprofits. “The LOB is always buzzing with activity during the Legislative Session. Hosting the event in the Atrium provides many who would not ordinarily have a chance to attend this type of event, an opportunity to take a break and discuss their views – over a glass of wine.”
Then during the week of February 16th through 20th, Connecticut Association of Nonprofits hosted “CT Nonprofits Week at the Capitol,” in the Concourse between the Legislative Office Building and the State Capitol Building,
In addition to the event, we were proud to announce that Governor M. Jodi Rell, issued a proclamation determining the week of our event, to be ‘Connecticut Nonprofits Week’ in the state of CT.
CT Nonprofits Week at the Capitol provides the opportunity for 50 member organizations to exhibit over the course of the week – educating policy makers and the public about the work they do to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Connecticut. Strategically scheduled to take place during one of the most active times of the Legislative Session, this networking opportunity raises awareness of the intrinsic value and the vast array of missions within the nonprofit sector.
CT Nonprofits provides participants with cross-sector advocacy materials, which speak to the overarching Legislative Agenda of the Association. Exhibitors contact their legislators, pre-schedule meetings on their assigned date of participation and encourage stakeholders to join them in their efforts. Many have the resources to promote their participation in the event through existing organization publications, local media and word-of-mouth. CT Nonprofits extends invitations directly to all 187 members of the General Assembly.
On behalf of the membership of CT Nonprofits, we wish to express our appreciation to all participants. Your efforts to represent the collective diversity and value of the nonprofit provider community, is tremendously appreciated. Thank you, and congratulations!
