Gather, A Celebration of Partnership
Join Connecticut Foodshare, IRIS, and community partners for Gather 2026: A Celebration of Partnership, a full-day conference bringing together food pantries, community kitchens, emergency shelters, and nonprofit partners to learn, connect, and strengthen the communities we serve. IRIS will co-present a workshop with Building One Community focused on meeting the unique needs of immigrant neighbors and creating safe, welcoming, and accessible food pantry environments.
When: Friday, September 25, 2026, 8:30 AM–4 PM
Where: Sheraton Hartford South Hotel, 100 Capital Boulevard, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Who: Food pantries, community kitchens, emergency shelters, and nonprofit partners in the Connecticut Foodshare network
The event is an opportunity to build stronger partnerships, share strategies, and work together toward a healthier Connecticut where no one goes hungry.
