# Event Details - **Event Name**: Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Connect with environmental justice leaders, funders, and advocates to build partnerships, share resources, and advance community solutions.About this Event`Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource ExchangeThe environmental justice movement is strongest when communities work together.Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange is a one-day statewide convening designed to connect community leaders, nonprofit organizations, advocates, funders, researchers, government partners, and technical assistance providers who are working to advance environmental justice across Connecticut.Rather than focusing on individual organizations or isolated projects, this gathering centers on a simple idea: stronger relationships create stronger outcomes. Participants will explore new funding opportunities, build cross-sector partnerships, exchange practical strategies, and leave with the connections and resources needed to move community-driven solutions forward.Throughout the day, attendees will engage in keynote conversations, rapid-fire panels, interactive workshops, networking activities, and a resource fair featuring organizations that provide funding, technical assistance, research support, communications expertise, and capacity-building services.What You'll ExperienceA keynote conversation on coalition building, community power, and building an abundant environmental justice ecosystemLightning discussions on community-centered fundraising, nonprofit mutual aid, resource sharing, and bridging energy and environmental justiceInteractive workshops focused on:Alternative funding and financing strategies beyond grantsOrganizational capacity buildingPublic-private partnershipsResearch, data, storytelling, and compelling grant narrativesA funding and technical assistance showcase featuring organizations supporting environmental justice work across ConnecticutFacilitated networking designed to spark new partnerships and collaborationA resource and technical assistance fair connecting participants directly with funding programs and support organizationsWho Should AttendThis event is designed for:Environmental justice organizationsCommunity-based nonprofitsGrassroots organizersTribal and Indigenous leadersMunicipal and state agency staffResearchers and academic partnersPhilanthropic organizations and fundersTechnical assistance providersClimate, energy, conservation, housing, transportation, food justice, and public health advocatesAnyone interested in strengthening Connecticut's environmental justice ecosystemWhether you're launching a new initiative, scaling an existing project, or looking for collaborators, this convening offers practical tools, meaningful conversations, and opportunities to build lasting relationships.Our GoalBy the end of the day, every participant will leave with new ideas, practical resources, and at least three new partnerships that can strengthen their work and help build a more connected, equitable, and resilient environmental justice movement in Connecticut.Space is limited to 150 participants. Register early to reserve your spot. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hartford/connect-and-catalyze-environmental-justice-resource-exchange/100001993496825669 - **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, charities, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: The 224 Ecospace - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Hartford - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: The 224 Ecospace - **lat**: 41.7688397 - **long**: -72.6957506 - **full address**: The 224 Ecospace, 224 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/852abfa91f25212d7b917316abd2d3bf2b4b615425a228436e88d84d20474f92-rimg-w1200-h600-dc252935-gmir.jpg?v=1783479654 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange being held? - **A:** Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange takes place on Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at The 224 Ecospace, 224 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange? - **A:** Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange is organized by Integrity Acts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Connect & Catalyze: Environmental Justice Resource Exchange is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hartford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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