Darien Community Association

Non-profit OrganizationsConnecticut, United States11-50 Employees

Based in Darien, Connecticut, the Darien Community Association is a privately funded nonprofit with a 96-year history of serving the local community by offering spaces to gather, contribute, and learn. From its historic home and garden, the organization runs a broad slate of programs, classes, and groups that draw about 1,500 participants each month. It also operates the DCA Thrift Shop on the Post Road, maintains a nearly four-acre Bird Sanctuary and Nature Trail, and provides a venue available for private or corporate events.

The DCA's philanthropy focuses on supporting Darien High School graduates through college scholarships, awarding at least $50,000 annually, with $65,000 distributed to nearly 50 students this year. The thrift shop is volunteer-run and serves more than 1,800 customers each month, reflecting the association's community orientation. In July 2023, the organization announced the appointment of Erin Noonan as executive director, effective August 15, 2023.

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