What we do
Revised Member Welcome Email July 22, 2025:
Welcome Patricia Rattray!
Thank you so much for joining the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County (CAFC), where Artists, Innovators & Changemakers meet. Your membership opens the door to a vibrant, ever-growing network of creatives, cultural leaders, residents, and organizations across the region.
Get ready to explore the endless possibilities that local art & culture has in store for you.
Your Membership Fuels Fairfield County's Vibrant Arts & Culture Scene in 3 Big Ways
1. Marketing & Promotion
Boost Your Visibility Where It Counts
CAFC shines a spotlight on you with far-reaching marketing support, including exposure on our website, social media and other platforms. Let your work, organization or business shine. As a member, you get access to a powerful promotional platforms that put your brand in front of engaged, arts-loving audiences.
- Share your news in our newsletters (email: marisa@culturalalliancefc.org) and dedicated emails.
- Post your events and opportunities on our website – from concerts and gallery shows to calls for art and job openings- culturalalliancefc.org: log-in and click on “Events” on your Dashboard and/or click on “Opportunities” to post items such as Auditions, Calls for Art, Sales, etc. See Posting Guidelines & Tips
- Get promoted across platforms like eBuzz, WPKN Radio, Hamlet Hub & more.
- Get featured and engage with us on social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
Promote
Let your work shine — CAFC gives you the platform to reach thousands of residents across Fairfield County.
2. Networking
Build Connections That Inspire Growth & Innovation
The CAFC network is an ever-expanding circle of creatives, organizations, residents and community leaders, inviting you to explore new intersections and create partnerships. Plug into peer & cross-sector networks via workshops, meetings and events such as:
- Professional development meetings & workshops: Discussion, mutual learning, & shared experiences are at the heart of the network.
- Members Posts – Discover other members and share opportunities, grants, fellowships, artist calls, jobs, and more.
- Quarterly Meetings – Meet new members through our ED Roundtable and general membership meetings.
Connect
Creative success thrives on connection. Meet the right people at the right time.
3. Thought Leadership
Joins us in Growing the Impact of Art, Culture & Community Throughout Fairfield County
When you join CAFC, you’re part of something bigger. CAFC listens to and amplifies the voices of cultural organizations and artists, demonstrating how arts and culture intersect with all sectors, contributing to quality of life and economic sustainability in the region.
- By actively participating in Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6), we are helping to demonstrate that arts and culture are vital for our region’s economy and overall well-being. This comprehensive study, built on a 30-year legacy, shows that the benefits go beyond financial metrics, positively impacting social cohesion, mental health, and equity. Learn more about this important work here.
- Stay informed about research and advocacy efforts at local, state, and national levels.
- Access resources to help you grow professionally. CAFC shares professional, funding & other development opportunities.
- Share your professional expertise through public speaking, discussion panels, and hosting CAFC workshops and events.
- Dive into our artist and organization newsletters to stay up to date on industry developments and initiatives.
Advance
Be the voice of change. Help us lead the conversation on arts, culture for broad community impact.
