Burnout Prevention, Mindfulness Training for Nonprofits

Community Mindfulness Project partners with nonprofits and frontline workers bringing mindfulness programs to Fairfield County—supporting the people and organizations who are the backbone and heart of our community.

One breath at a time, shoulder to shoulder, we’re developing strong, balanced, and compassionate communities.

We work with local nonprofits, educators, agencies, and those working in the recovery and re-entry spaces, sharing mindfulness tools and training for stress management, emotional regulation, and community connection.

Through deep listening and collaboration, we bring accessible mindfulness and meditation circles to these select populations predominantly in Bridgeport, Norwalk, and Stamford for a healthier Fairfield County.

With Nonprofit Leaders & Frontline Workers

Nonprofit leaders and staff are facing unprecedented levels of burnout, empathy fatigue, vicarious trauma and unhealthy stress.

Our programs cultivate present-moment awareness, empowering balance, regulation, and connection through shared practices that restore choice, presence, and inner strength.

With Program Clients

We deliver programs that are relevant, meaningful, and centered on the unique needs of our clients.

Our programs are trauma-sensitive, use plain language, and foster spaces of trust, connection, and dignity for all participants.

Clients of our nonprofit partners report immediate physical, mental, and emotional effects from our first session and develop long-term proficiency in using mindfulness and meditation for mental-emotional wellbeing through our 3-to-8 week long term program offerings. 

You’re in good company

Photo of Chrissy Cacace Mahanna smiling. She is Board Vice Chair, Community Mindfulness Project

Empowering frontline workers.

Meet Chrissy, LCSW

“As a social worker, my career began with clinical work supporting people who had experienced trauma and quickly found myself specializing in trauma and addiction. While the work showed me the power of the human spirit on a daily basis, over the years, I experienced significant vicarious trauma.

Fast forward over 15 years, I am passionate about CMP’s mission as it lives at the intersection of my professional background as a social worker and personal experience with the transformational impact of meditation practices. It is a beautiful opportunity to help folks on the frontline (school personnel, social workers, case managers etc.) to put their oxygen mask on first before helping other AND bring this practices to under-resourced communities so that these tools are equitably accessible.”

  • “Mindfulness is the gift that keeps on giving."

     — Sara, Liberation Programs

  • "I'm constantly under pressure to meet deadlines. The meditation has helped me manage my stress levels better, which makes me more effective and a more pleasant person to work with. I really value the meditation sessions-thank you!!"

     — Grantwriter, Center for Family Justice

  • “This course was life altering for me. I feel that I am on an even keel. And, I have so many tools to reach for when stress arises."

     — Executive Director

Sessions & Workshops for Nonprofits are:

Inclusive, trauma-informed & open to anyone. 

Appropriate for people with any level of experience, including first-timers.

Secular and science-based with guided facilitators certified and rooted in multiple trainings.

Accessible in English and Spanish with transcripts available to those with hearing impairment.

Your questions, answered.

  • Yes—all of our programs are open and welcoming to everyone. Whether you’re brand new to mindfulness or have an ongoing practice, you’ll find a supportive space to grow and connect.

  • We offer standalone workshops on a variety of mindfulness-based topics, as well as continuity programs designed to build and strengthen mindfulness skills. These programs help improve emotional regulation, prevent burnout, manage stress, and more, providing ongoing support for personal and professional growth. Reach out directly to learn more about our programs.

  • If you’re a nonprofit, community college, or local agency serving under-resourced communities in Bridgeport, Norwalk, or Stamford—we’d love to connect and explore possibilities together.

  • Yes—you're not alone. We often hear from local nonprofit teams facing burnout, empathy fatigue, and the feeling of having “nothing left to give.” Our programs are designed to restore mental and emotional balance, strengthen resilience, and support staff through the challenges of mission-driven work. We also help participants reconnect with themselves, build meaningful connections with others, and make space for moments of joy—even in demanding times.

Mindfulness isn't a luxury, it can transform lives.

In Fairfield County, access to tools that support mental well-being isn’t readily available for all. Your support helps bridge the gap—ensuring everyone has the tools to heal, connect, and thrive. It’s a simple yet powerful investment in community well-being.