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C&C Philanthropy

Caffeine & Carburetors is the premier automotive gathering on the East Coast, celebrating an appreciation for automobiles while simultaneously serving as a philanthropic force for the local community. In 2024, C&C raised $40,000 through its events for New Canaan-based non-profits and initiatives. What began as a simple passion for cars has transformed into meaningful community support.

Caffeine & Carburetors Automotive Assistance Fund

The Caffeine & Carburetors Automotive Assistance Fund was launched in 2025 to support local New Canaan residents facing financial hardship with essential car repairs and maintenance. The program is a collaboration between Caffeine & Carburetors, the New Canaan Community Foundation (NCCF), C&H Auto and the New Canaan Department of Human Services.

Funding for the C&C Automotive Assistance Fund is raised through Caffeine & Carburetors’ events, in partnership with NCCF. Eligible residents may apply through Human Services and, upon qualification, receive safety-related maintenance services at C&H Auto. By alleviating the financial burden related to routine car maintenance, the Fund aims to help residents meet their daily obligations, keep safe cars on the road, and strengthen community ties.

To learn more about the program, click here. For local New Canaan residents interested in applying for assistance, please contact New Canaan Human Services at: 203-597-3076 or marcella.rand@newcanaanct.gov.

Waveny Park Conservancy

Caffeine & Carburetors supports the Waveny Park Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to preserving and enhancing Waveny Park – the beautiful venue for its Fall event. The Conservancy focuses on maintaining 130 acres of the park south of the main driveway, ensuring it remains a vibrant and accessible green space for the community.

WPC initiatives include landscape restoration, infrastructure improvements, and ecological projects such as invasive species removal and woodland revitalization . Since its inception, the Conservancy has completed over a dozen major projects, investing more than $3 million to enhance the park’s natural beauty and usability . These efforts have solidified Waveny Park’s status as a cherished public space, attracting over 250,000 visitors annually .

New Canaan e-Gift Card

Caffeine & Carburetors also supports local New Canaan merchants through its partnership with the Chamber of Commerce’s Shop New Canaan gift card program. In 2024, C&C added a 40% bonus to gift card purchases, helping to triple the amount sold. The initiative is aimed to encourage folks to shop local and support the over 45 participating businesses.

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Community Connections

A community-based event, Caffeine & Carburetors has long partnered with and donated to charitable causes and local organizations. It has made a positive social and economic impact on the Town and environs, fostering relationships, animating the region, and celebrating and spotlighting cultural and business assets. Here is a sampling of groups currently supported by Caffeine & Carburetors: