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Neighbors gathering during a Staying Connected community activity
EIF's Founding & Flagship Community Program

Connection changes everything.

Staying Connected Network creates welcoming opportunities for neighbors to meet, participate, learn, volunteer, and build meaningful relationships.

Why Staying Connected exists

Belonging should never feel out of reach.

Staying Connected Network is EIF’s founding community engagement and charitable outreach program. It helps reduce isolation, strengthen belonging, and create meaningful ways for people to participate in community life.

A group of friends standing together during a community gathering
Community in actionFriendship grows when people have a reason to come together.

Ways to stay connected

Different interests. One stronger community.

Activities evolve with community needs, available resources, accessibility, safety, and Foundation approval.

01

Social Experiences

Welcoming gatherings that help neighbors meet, talk, laugh, and build friendships.

02

Movement & Wellness

Inclusive activities that encourage healthy participation, movement, and connection.

03

Learning & Technology

Opportunities to learn, share knowledge, use digital tools, and access useful resources.

04

Culture & Celebration

Music, dance, traditions, and community experiences that bring people together.

05

Volunteer Service

Ways to contribute time, skills, hospitality, outreach, and practical support.

06

Neighbor Support

Approved charitable outreach that helps connect people with information, opportunities, and support.

Community connection in real life

The program is built around moments people remember.

Events are not the mission by themselves. They are opportunities to help people feel welcomed, seen, included, and connected to something larger than themselves.

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160+neighbors at a recent community gathering
$200recent Community Raffle Drawing winner recognized publicly
LIVEcommunity drawing transparency through Facebook broadcasts
OPENmultiple ways to attend, volunteer, partner, or support

Community moments

Connection looks different for everyone.

Real photos and real community experiences show how Staying Connected comes to life.

Neighbors gathered for Music Bingo
Community Gathering

Music brought more than 160 neighbors together.

A shared evening of music, conversation, games, and connection.

Verified Community Raffle Drawing winner
Community Recognition

A transparent winner moment.

Community drawings include published rules, visible processes, and public winner recognition when appropriate.

Friends at a line dancing community gathering
Wellness & Belonging

Friendship through movement.

Line dancing created another simple reason for neighbors to gather and enjoy one another.

What’s next

See the next community experience.

Visit the Events page for current dates, registration details, official drawing information, participation terms, and community updates.

Approved event detailsClear participation informationOfficial rules when applicablePublic community updates

Stay connected beyond the website

Follow the Foundation. Join the community.

Use EIF’s official Facebook channels for Foundation news, event reminders, community photos, and live broadcasts.

Choose how you want to participate

You do not need a title to make a difference.

Participation can start with one event, one volunteer shift, one partnership idea, or one introduction.

Program trust & accountability

Warm community experiences. Responsible Foundation oversight.

Staying Connected activities operate within EIF’s governance, financial controls, event policies, public-information practices, and charitable-purpose requirements.

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Connection starts with one next step

Come as you are.
Be part of what comes next.

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