LISCIF: Match Training for Funding Opportunities

February 5 @ 1:00pm – 2:30pm

The Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund is hosting a virtual training focused on how organizations can meet match requirements for funding opportunities. This session is designed to help nonprofits and institutions build capacity by learning how to be more strategic and prepared when applying for grants that require matching funds. The training will take place on February 5, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM (Eastern Time) and will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.

The training will be led by Melba Mitchell, co-owner of J.O. Mitchell Company, a CPA firm that specializes in supporting nonprofits. Her work focuses on auditing, bookkeeping, tax compliance, and financial consulting, all aimed at improving transparency and accountability with funders.

Long Island Sound Crossing Prioritization Tool Webinar

February 6 @ 11:00am – 12:00pm

Check out the newly released Long Island Sound Crossing Prioritization Tool & learn more about how to use the tool to prioritize road-stream crossings (culverts and bridges) for ecological, infrastructure, and community resilience benefits at the webinar hosted by Save the Sound.

LISCIF New York State Wide Learning Exchange

February 12 @ 9:30am – 4:30pm

The free in person event centers on “People of the Sound” that emphasizes the needs that communities around the Long Island Sound Estuary face. The goal of the Learning Exchange event is for people to come together for shared learning and collaboration, although more detailed information on the event agenda will become available in due time.

The conference will occur at the Queens Museum and is sponsored by Restore America’s Estuaries. LISCIF will partner with Tribes and communities to provide information on resource development and capacity building opportunities. This conference is free and open to the general public. Please register to help provide information regarding dietary restrictions, interpreters needed, or childcare requests. Information is accessible to those who speak English and Spanish.

LISCIF Connecticut State-Wide Learning Exchange

February 24 @ 9:30am – 4:30pm

The Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund (LISCIF) is hosting the Connecticut State-Wide Learning Exchange, a full day and in person gathering focused on “People of the Sound.” This event will bring together tribal groups, organizations, institutions, and community members to discuss needs, environmental impacts, and community access along the Long Island Sound estuary, while identifying resources and opportunities for capacity building. The event is free and open to the public. Please register to help the organizers plan for dietary, interpretation, and childcare needs.

Compound Flood Hazard Mapper Workshop – Western CT

February 27 @ 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Join us to learn about the US Geological Survey’s new Compound Flood Hazard Assessment Mapper. During this two-hour, in-person workshop, you’ll hear about the hazards to your community of compound flooding and how to utilize this new online tool in everyday decision-making. We will walk through scenarios and provide time to explore, ask questions, and give feedback. 

This session is geared towards municipal/COG staff, planners, engineers, local decision-makers, and other impacted stakeholders.

Date: February 27, 2026

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Location: Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center at Milford Point | 1 Milford Point Rd, Milford, CT 06460

Other Important Details: 

– Food and refreshments will be provided. 

– There will be a raffle prize drawing at the end of the session. 

– Travel expense reimbursement of up to $150/person is available on a first-come, first-served basis (for those that do not have travel budgets through their employers). 

– If you are unable to bring your own laptop, we can provide a tablet. 

– This event has limited capacity (if exceeded, a waitlist will be available). 

Compound Flood Hazard Mapper Workshop – Eastern CT

February 27 @ 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Join us to learn about the US Geological Survey’s new Compound Flood Hazard Assessment Mapper. During this two-hour, in-person workshop, you’ll hear about the hazards to your community of compound flooding and how to utilize this new online tool in everyday decision-making. We will walk through scenarios and provide time to explore, ask questions, and give feedback. 

This session is geared towards municipal/COG staff, planners, engineers, local decision-makers, and other impacted stakeholders.

Date: February 27, 2026

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Location:

Other Important Details: 

– Food and refreshments will be provided. 

– Travel expense reimbursement of up to $150/person is available on a first-come, first-served basis (for those that do not have travel budgets through their employers). 

– If you are unable to bring your own laptop, we can provide a tablet. 

– This event has limited capacity (if exceeded, a waitlist will be available). 

3rd Annual SRC Regional Funding Workshop: Long Island

March 18 @ 9:30am – 2:30pm

Please join the Long Island Sound Partnership and NY Sea Grant Sustainable and Resilient Communities (SRC) team at the 3rd Annual Long Island Funding Workshop! The event is free and lunch will be provided.

Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM (lunch will be provided)

Location: Hyatt Regency Long Island (1717 Motor Parkway Hauppauge, NY)

Registration is required by March 11

Attendees will hear from program officers representing various local, state, and Long Island Sound funding organizations and be able to engage in discussions with funders to explore project ideas and ways to improve funding applications. Attendees will also hear from a panel of successful awardees about their experiences and strategies. The workshop is intended for municipal officials and staff, nonprofits, community organizations, and other interested parties.

Draft Agenda:

• Lightning Talk Presentations from Funders – local, state, federal and Long Island Sound-focused funding opportunities
• Successful Awardees Panel – Hear from communities that have been successful in applying to these grant opportunities
• Lunch (provided)
• Networking Session – Participants encouraged to interact/ask questions of funders

A full agenda and a list of featured funding opportunities will be shared when finalized.

Email lisresilience@gmail.com with questions.

LISCIF: Annual Region-Wide Learning Exchange

June 25 @ 9:30am – 4:30pm

The 3rd Annual Learning Exchange hosted by the Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund (LISCIF) is a collaborative, in person event designed to bring together current and past grant recipients, partners, and community stakeholders working to improve the Long Island Sound region. The event focuses on knowledge sharing, peer learning, and strengthening connections among organizations engaged in environmental justice, climate resilience, and community based solutions. Through facilitated discussions and interactive sessions, participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their work, exchange best practices, and explore shared challenges and successes.

This free event is intended specifically for LISCIF grantees and invited partners and emphasizes accessibility and inclusion, with accommodations available upon request. By fostering dialogue and collaboration across diverse organizations, the Learning Exchange aims to build capacity, encourage cross sector partnerships, and support long term, community driven impact throughout the Long Island Sound watershed.