Apply Now for State Funds to Help Stamford!

March 1, 2023
Starting now, you can apply for state funding that would benefit the city of Stamford. On March 1, the state opened up the third round of the Connecticut Communities Challenge Grant Program.
 
The Department of Economic Community Development is taking your applications to decide which projects deserve state funds to improve livability, vibrancy, convenience, and equity of communities throughout the state.
 
Timeline: 
  • March 1, 2023: NOFA/Application Period Opens
  • May 3, 2023: Application Deadline
  • July 2023: Awardees Announced

There will be an informational webinar tomorrow at 11:00 am to provide an overview of the program and how to apply for Round 3. Please register using this link.
 
BUILDING ONE COMMUNITY: MARCH EVENTS
Building One Community is hosting a program full of interesting events all month long. The organization is celebrating Women’s History Month by saluting all of its female staff, board, donors, volunteers, partners, and program participants.
 
B1C is also recognizing Dr. Paula Garay, who will be the keynote speaker at the 10th Annual Spring Benefits Breakfast. Dr. Garay is a public health professional and the Director of the Emme Coalition at OPTIMUS Health Care.
 
The event will be held on Friday, May 19 at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich Hotel. CLICK HERE to buy tickets.
Building One Community is also hosting free tax return prep right now. Here’s what you need to know:
  • Bring all your paperwork
  • IRS-certified volunteers provide advice, prepare your taxes, and file them electronically for free.
  • Register for an appointment RIGHT HERE.
ENTIRE BUILDING ONE COMMUNITY MARCH BOOKLET HERE
 
FOUR WEEK BALLROOM BASICS CLASS AT FERGUSON LIBRARY
Learn to dance like a pro in a four-part workshop covering the basic steps of rumba and swing from a championship-winning ballroom instructor who has danced across the globe!
  • Wednesday, March 8 through Wednesday, March 29
  • Every Wednesday from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
  • Main Library in the DiMattia Building
  • Attendance at each class is required

Singles are welcome; dance partners will be rotated. No prior dance experience is required. Beginners are invited to join. THE CLASS IS FILLING UP FAST!
SIGN UP HERE