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Join us: What does the Supreme Court decision mean for foundations and nonprofits? The U.S. Supreme Court’s cases of Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. (“SFFA”) v. University of North Carolina and SFFA v. President and Fellows of Harvard College ruled that race-based affirmative action in higher education violates the 14th Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause and Title VI of the […]

We are entering a unique moment in Southern California. While the nation and the world feel increasingly divided, there is growing global interest in the economic, environmental, and cultural potential of our region. Major sporting events coming to Los Angeles, including the 2026 World Cup, the 2027 Super Bowl, and the 2028 Olympics and Summer […]

Our community of philanthropy will come together this fall for the CMF 52nd Annual Conference - a gathering for creating new and deepened connections, engaging in shared learning and advancing our collective equity journey. This year, we invite you to join your Michigan philanthropy colleagues Monday, October 7 – Wednesday, October 9 in Northern Michigan […]

BREAKOUT SESSION: FUNDING NONPROFIT ENDOWMENTS AS AN EQUITY STRATEGY Funding nonprofit endowments can ensure the stability of an organization as well as advance equity and shift power to frontline organizations. However, little is known about the degree to which foundations engage in funding nonprofit endowments or about attitudes of foundation leaders on this topic. This […]

This year's Annual Meeting will arrive at a critical juncture for our region and country. Amid a time of division, we will look to our Leading Lights: Connection, Community & Courage to help us navigate the challenges ahead, embrace shared goals, and work toward a brighter future for the South and all its people. Why We Must […]

The Exponent Philanthropy Conference is your exclusive opportunity to connect, recharge, and revolutionize your giving. This is NOT your typical, impersonal donor summit. It’s a dynamic and intimate gathering designed specifically for YOU, the lean funder making a difference in their community. Unveiling fresh strategies for maximizing your impact with limited resources. Connecting with a […]

Counted Out investigates the biggest crises of our time—political polarization, racial and economic inequity, global pandemic and climate change–through an unexpected lens: math. In our current information economy, math is everywhere. The people we date, the news we see, the influence of our votes, the candidates who win elections, the education we have access to, […]

Welcome Plenary | Meeting the Moment: Philanthropy’s Role in a Time of Change How should philanthropy lead in today’s constantly changing environment to ensure Virginia communities are thriving? How do we use active listening in our work with grantees to demonstrate empathy and understanding when they face the pressures of uncertain funding and negative public […]

In the wake of significant funding shifts on the federal level, philanthropic investment has never been more important. The philanthropic sector is uniquely positioned to take bold, timely action to address some of the impacts that revised funding streams will have on nonprofits – we can be flexible, move nimbly and take risks that others […]