Greater Fredericton Social Innovation (GFSI) is dedicated to supporting and strengthening the non-profit sector by fostering collaboration, innovation, and capacity building.
We provide non-profits with the resources, tools, and connections they need to amplify their impact and deliver on their missions.
Below are a few examples of our programs.
The Community Prosperity Hub
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The Community Prosperity Hub is a collaborative initiative designed to empower nonprofits and community groups with the tools, resources, and connections needed to drive positive change. The hub serves as a central space where organizations can access data, share best practices, and develop innovative programming that enhances community well-being.
Supported by key partners such as NBCC, the City of Fredericton, and 22 other community organizations, the hub fosters partnerships, measurement frameworks, and knowledge-sharing opportunities. By translating these efforts into actionable outcomes aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, the Community Prosperity Hub is a catalyst for building stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities. You can visit the hub by clicking here. |
Civic Tech Fredericton
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Technical Solutions to Social Issues - Civic Tech Fredericton serves as the connective tissue between citizens, organizations, government innovators and the tech community. We facilitate knowledge sharing and work collaboratively to build the digital tools residents expect and need.
Civic Tech communities across North America unites policymakers, technologists, designers, public servants and engaged residents together to learn from one another, volunteer their expertise to make their communities better places to live. Visit Civic Tech Fredericton's Website |
The Gathering Place - Non-Profit Resource Centre
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A beautiful, open-concept free meeting space. The Gathering Place enables our non-profit community to host events, fundraisers, meetings, and collaborate.
If your organization is interested in booking The Gathering Place, please fill out this form to express your interest. |
Online Volunteer Matching - ConnectFredericton.ca
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ConnectFredericton.ca is a volunteer matching platform that connects individuals with meaningful opportunities across the Greater Fredericton area.
Volunteers can easily find opportunities that align with their skills and interests, while non-profits benefit by listing their needs and accessing a wide pool of potential volunteers. This helps organizations fill gaps and enhance their impact, fostering a stronger, more connected community through volunteerism. |
Partnering for Impact 2016, 2024
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The goal of this event was to facilitate and create strategic collaborations between non-profit organizations. During this event, representatives from various non-profit organizations created new alliances that has made us stronger and helped us to secure a sustainable future.
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On Jan 2024 over 60 representatives from our non-profit sector came together to form alliances, share information and find opportunities for collaboration. We also had the opportunity to review and provide feedback on the Community Prosperity Hub.
Thank you to NBCC and all our Civic Tech Fredericton volunteers who helped make the event a great success! |
Community Food Smart
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Fresh, Affordable, and Community-Powered!
Community Food Smart is a bulk food buying club designed for individuals and families who want access to fresh, high-quality fruits and vegetables at affordable prices. Whenever possible, we source from local farmers to support our community and ensure the best produce for our members. Our program operates through a dedicated network of community partners who help collect orders, organize volunteers, and distribute nutritious food bags every month. Eat well. Save more. Join today! Check out the website here. |
What's Your Legacy Program (2023 & 2024)
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Building Stronger Nonprofits, One Match at a Time
In partnership with the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce the What’s Your Legacy? initiative continues to strengthen our nonprofit sector by connecting passionate professionals with organizations in need of strong leadership. |
Since its inception, we’ve matched over 30 nonprofits with dedicated individuals eager to serve on Boards of Directors. In 2023, we connected 12 nonprofits with 16 professionals, and in 2024, we proudly paired 11 nonprofits with 34 engaged leaders.
This program not only enhances the expertise and governance of nonprofit boards but also provides professionals with a meaningful way to give back and leave a lasting impact.
This program not only enhances the expertise and governance of nonprofit boards but also provides professionals with a meaningful way to give back and leave a lasting impact.
Urban / Rural Rides
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A registered charity powered by volunteers. This program was created in response to an ever-growing need in our rural communities for safe, affordable, and reliable transportation. GFSI has partnered with Urban / Rural Rides to expand their services to Cambridge-Narrows, Hanwell, Kingsclear, and Oromocto.
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Non-profit Breakfast Club
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The Fredericton area NPOs meet every month to check in with each other, look for opportunities to collaborate and share information. We meet the first Friday of the month on zoom. Click here to register for the next meeting. |
Non-Profit Data Collaboration
Involves working together to enable the use of data to effectively address our agency and community needs; improve service delivery and program design; influence policy development; and stress accountability to donors, volunteers, and the public. Optimal use of our data can impact not only how we provide services and channel our resources, but our ability to secure funds to remain sustainable.
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