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SUMMARY:New Insights on Effective Community Engagement
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nJoin us for a conversation on the latest insights from the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s July 2025 report\, Voices That Matter: How Nonprofits and Foundations Engage With the Communities They Support. The report explores how foundations and nonprofits collect and use community feedback\, where gaps remain\, and what funders can do differently. You’ll also hear from the Exponent Philanthropy community about how lean funders build trust and deepen impact through close\, direct engagement with the communities they serve.  \nComplimentary for Exponent Philanthropy members | $75 non-members\nA recording of this program will be available to those who register.  \n \n\n  \nSpeakers\nSeara Grundhoefer
\nSenior Analyst\, Research\, Center for Effective Philanthropy\nSeara supports the research team at CEP in designing studies\, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data\, and writing reports. Before joining CEP in October 2023\, Seara worked in international development\, contributing to program and impact evaluations of US-government-funded projects across a range of subject areas\, including health\, infrastructure\, and migration. \n  \nBrendan McCormick\nDirector\, Research\, Exponent Philanthropy\nBrendan McCormick works with staff\, members\, and partners to develop resources grounded in research. He leads our efforts to learn more about our community of lean funders. Brendan focuses on how foundations approach impact and evaluation\, investments\, operations\, demographics\, and equity practices. \n  \nJennifer Manise\nExecutive Director\, Longview Foundation for Education in World Affairs & International Understanding\nJennifer Manise leads Longview in the pursuit to enable all students to graduate high school prepared for work in the global economy and active civic life. Trained in organizational development and knowledge management\, Jennifer seeks to create connections and build strong systems of education that ensure a promising global future for all children. \n\n  \nWho Should Attend\nThis program is open to foundation donors\, trustees\, and staff\, individual donors\, donor-advised fund holders\, and members of giving circles.  \nRegistration and Other Policies\nPlease register by clicking this link\, even for complimentary programs. Before the webinar\, you will receive your unique webinar access information. By registering for this program\, participants agree to Exponent Philanthropy’s Participant Guidelines. Please contact us by  email or at 202-580-6560 if you have any questions.  \nMembers can access past webinars in our webinar archive. \nPlatform and Accessibility\nThis program uses Zoom; automated closed captioning is available. We can provide additional accommodations upon request (e.g.\, live captioner\, ASL interpreter). Please contact info@exponentphilanthropy.org or call 202-580-6560 by August 26 if you need any accommodations.   
URL:https://cep.org/event/new-insights-on-effective-community-engagement/
CATEGORIES:Speaking Engagement|Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T130000
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SUMMARY:The State of AI for Nonprofits & Foundations
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiscover how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of nonprofits and foundations in this upcoming webinar hosted by Forum One\, Exchange Design\, the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP)\, and expert panelists. Join leading voices from the field as we discuss the findings from CEP’s 2025 State of Nonprofits report\, upcoming research on AI and nonprofits\, and uncover how AI is transforming challenges into opportunities for impact. \n\nNonprofit organizations are navigating complex realities\, from persistent resource limitations to shifting operational demands and workforce hurdles. How can AI help foundations and nonprofits innovate\, adapt\, and thrive while prioritizing ethical and responsible use? This session will share real-world strategies\, actionable insights\, and the latest trends for organizations looking to integrate AI effectively. \n\n\nWhat You’ll Gain:\n\n\n\nInsights from the upcoming research by CEP on the use of AI in nonprofit organizations\nA deeper understanding of key findings from the 2025 State of Nonprofits report.\nPractical knowledge on how AI is streamlining workflows and enhancing decision-making for nonprofits and foundations.\nSuccess stories on ethical AI applications from pioneers in the philanthropic sector.\nImplementable ideas to drive innovation and maximize impact through AI.\n\n\n\nFeatured Panelists:\n\n\n\nElisha Smith Arrillaga\, Ph.D.\, Vice President of Research at the Center for Effective Philanthropy\, will share insights from the State of Nonprofits 2025as well as preliminary findings from the research into AI and nonprofits.\nJeff Krentel\, Director of Strategy\, Learning and Evaluation at the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation\, will share how foundations are leveraging AI for learning and evaluation\, as well as improving internal workflows.\nElisabeth Bradley\, CEO\, Forum One\, will share how mission-driven organizations are navigating the evolving digital landscape\, and how Forum One is helping leaders approach AI adoption with strategic clarity\, ethical grounding\, and user-centered design.\nChristopher Neu\, CEO\, Exchange Design (Moderator)\n\n\n\nTake advantage of this opportunity to understand the role AI can play in addressing today’s challenges and shaping the nonprofit sector’s future.
URL:https://cep.org/event/the-state-of-ai-for-nonprofits-foundations/
LOCATION:Forum One
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SUMMARY:London Funders Learning Festival
DESCRIPTION:What grantees are saying: how well are European funders listening?\n\nNew data to be released in a forthcoming Center for Effective Philanthropy report reveals wide variation in grantee perceptions of European funders. This event will explore the opportunity for funders across Europe to give grantees more of what they say they need and rise to the moment.\nNew data to be released in a forthcoming Center for Effective Philanthropy report reveals wide variation in grantee perceptions of European funders\, with overall findings substantially similar to grantees’ perceptions of U.S.-based funders. \n\n\n\n\n\nTo improve\, grantees ask for three things from their European funders: \n\nBuild more intentional relationships with grantees\nStreamline application and reporting processes\nFocus more on flexible funding and assistance beyond the grant\n\nAs civil society faces particular challenges to hold the line across the globe\, are European funders prepared to implement these practices? This event will explore the opportunity for funders across Europe to give grantees more of what they say they need and rise to the moment. \n\nThe Festival is open to all members of London Funders. Unless otherwise specified\, we are not able to accept bookings from non-members. If you’re a funder and interested in becoming a London Funders member\, please find out more here.
URL:https://cep.org/event/london-funders-learning-festival/
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SUMMARY:What grantees are saying: How well are European funders listening?
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 20\, 2025 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM\n(UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)\n  \nNew data to be released in an upcoming Center for Effective Philanthropy report reveals wide variation in grantee perceptions of European funders\, with overall findings substantially similar to grantees’ perceptions of US-based funders. To improve\, grantees ask for three things from European funders:\n• More intentional relationships\n• Streamlined application and reporting processes\n• More flexible funding and assistance beyond the grant \nAre European funders prepared to implement these practices? As civil society faces acute  challenges across the globe\, this event will explore the opportunity for funders across Europe to give grantees more of what they say they need and rise to the moment. \nSpeakers will include: \nNatalia Kiryttopoulou\nLead for Global Assessment & Advisory Services\nCenter for Effective Philanthropy \n  \nLeslie Johnston\nCEO\nLaudes Foundation \n  \nSevda Kilicalp\nHead of Research and Learning\nPhilea \n  \nJames Hooton\nManaging Director of the\nGreen Finance Institute Europe \n  \nCharles Keidan\nExecutive Editor\nAlliance magazine (moderator)
URL:https://cep.org/event/what-grantees-are-saying-how-well-are-european-funders-listening/
LOCATION:Webinar\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Current Context: Partnerships & Collective Action in the Philanthropic Sector
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the Current Context: Partnerships & Collective Action in the Philanthropic Sector \nApril 24\, 2025 from 2-3pm ET/11am-12pm PT  (Zoom link to follow) \nJoin us for a conversation exploring urgent reorganization of philanthropic resources and pathways to sustainable impact in the current context\, featuring: \n\nPhil Buchanan\, President\, The Center for E!ective Philanthropy (CEP)\nNatalie Ross\, Vice President of Membership\, Development and Finance\, Council on Foundations\nNick Tedesco\, President and CEO\, The National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP)
URL:https://cep.org/event/navigating-the-current-context-partnerships-collective-action-in-the-philanthropic-sector/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T120000
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SUMMARY:Orr Group TALKS: The Impact of MacKenzie Scott’s Transformational Giving
DESCRIPTION:With the release of the third and final report in the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s (CEP) three-year study\, “Breaking the Mold: The Transformative Effect of MacKenzie Scott’s Big Gifts“\, we now have a comprehensive look at the impact of MacKenzie Scott’s transformational philanthropy. While these large\, unrestricted gifts have created unprecedented opportunities for nonprofits\, many organizations continue to face challenges in sustaining their impact. At the same time\, Scott’s approach has sparked new conversations about how nonprofits can best leverage significant funding—and what funders can take away from this model to maximize impact. \nJoin us for our next Orr Group TALKS to explore the findings from this landmark study and discuss what’s next for funders and nonprofits navigating large-scale\, unrestricted giving. We will be joined by Elisha Smith Arrillaga\, Ph.D.\, Vice President\, Research at CEP and Orr Group’s Amanda Nelson\, Managing Director to examine a range of topics\, including nonprofit sustainability\, fundraising strategy\, governance\, and the implications for the broader philanthropic sector. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from sector experts on the evolving landscape of transformational giving. \nKEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nUnderstand the key findings from CEP’s final report on MacKenzie Scott’s giving.\nExplore the challenges and opportunities nonprofits face after receiving large\, unrestricted gifts.\nGain insights into how funders can maximize the impact of their giving strategies.\n\nWHO SHOULD WATCH: \n\nNonprofit executives and board members.\nFunders and philanthropic leaders.\nDevelopment and finance professionals managing major\, unrestricted gifts.\n\n\nSPEAKERS: \n\n \nElisha Smith Arrillaga\, Ph.D.\nVice President\, Research·Center for Effective Philanthropy \n\nElisha Smith Arrillaga\, Ph.D. manages CEP’s Research team\, leading the creation\, development\, analysis\, and release of various research projects and initiatives relevant to the philanthropic sector’s most pressing issues. Prior to CEP\, Dr. Smith Arrillaga was a faculty fellow and professor of practice in philanthropy and education policy at the University of Texas\, and she served as executive director of several national and state level nonprofits\, including the Dana Center\, a national center on math and science education equity and the Education Trust West. Dr. Smith Arrillaga has also served on a range of state and national advisory groups including Google’s Equitable Artificial Intelligence Research Roundtable and has spoken widely at conferences\, published articles and op-eds and has been interviewed by various media outlets\, including Forbes\, the New York Times\, and CNN. \n\n\n\n \n\nAmanda Nelson\nManaging Director·Orr Group \n\nWith 20 years of professional fundraising experience\, Amanda brings extensive expertise working with large\, complex organizations and developing innovative and scalable fundraising solutions. She currently heads the planned giving efforts at Orr Group as well as manages multiple large-scale comprehensive campaigns in partnership with our nonprofit clients. Amanda most recently served as the Associate Dean of External Affairs at The Columbia University School of Professional Studies. In this role\, she oversaw alumni engagement\, development\, board relations\, public relations\, and communications. As a member of the Executive Committee\, she advised the Dean and peer leaders on strategic outreach\, business development\, and management decisions. Previously\, Amanda worked at The Wharton Business School\, and started her career at Orr Group\, where she launched her career and passion for the nonprofit sector.
URL:https://cep.org/event/orr-group-talks-the-impact-of-mackenzie-scotts-transformational-giving/
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SUMMARY:Thriving Together: Cultivating Well-being & Sustainability in the Social Sector
DESCRIPTION:Last fall\, with support from The Boston Foundation\, the Institute for Nonprofit Practice (INP) launched its Well-being Initiative – an effort to research\, develop\, teach\, and disseminate a set of interventions that address rising burnout\, turnover\, and workforce shortages in the social sector. Now\, we invite you to join us for the release of INP’s well-being report – Thriving Together: Cultivating Well-being & Sustainability in the Social Sector – and corresponding panel discussion\, hosted in partnership with The Boston Foundation. \nThis event will take place in person with lunch and networking from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET followed by a formal program from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET. For those tuning in virtually\, this event will be live-streamed from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 pm ET. Join us as INP and Community Science share new data on the state of well-being in the social sector\, featuring actionable recommendations for social impact leaders\, organizations\, and donors to promote workplace wellness and sustainability. \nReport Presentation\nPatrick Kirby\, Chief Strategy & Administration Officer\, Executive Vice President\, Institute for Nonprofit Practice\nAmber Trout\, Senior Associate\, Community Science \nPanel Discussion\nYolanda Coentro\, President & CEO\, Institute for Nonprofit Practice (Moderator)\nPatrick Kirby\, Chief Strategy & Administration Officer\, Executive Vice President\, Institute for Nonprofit Practice\nKien Lee\, Vice President of Consulting\, Community Science\nShaheer Mustafa\, President & CEO\, HopeWell\, Inc.; Chair\, Board of Directors\, Providers’ Council\nGrace Nicolette\, Vice President of Programming & External Relations\, Center for Effective Philanthropy \nAdditional agenda items and speakers to be announced. \nRegister
URL:https://cep.org/event/thriving-together-cultivating-well-being-sustainability-in-the-social-sector/
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SUMMARY:Legacy Leadership Circle: Navigating Change
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofit Leaders and Advocates\, \nJoin us in community as we continue the discussion on how nonprofit leaders can navigate challenges in the current anti-DEI landscape and the impact of SB-17 on our communities. We’re bringing together thought-leaders in a panel discussion to understand the implications of the most current events\, how this affects funding\, board members and ultimately\, how these challenges have directly impacted the communities we serve. Our intention with this conversation is to share ideas on possible solutions\, discover new ways and how to collectively stand with each other in these challenging times. \nThank you to our community partners: I Live Here I Give Here and St. David’s Foundation. \nLight food and drinks will be served.
URL:https://cep.org/event/legacy-leadership-circle-navigating-change/
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SUMMARY:How MacKenzie Scott and Melinda French Gates Are Transforming Philanthropy
DESCRIPTION:Aug 6\, 2024 2:00PM EDT\n\n\n\n\nHow Data Is Driving Fundraising Success\n\n\n\nNonprofits have long used donor data to drive fundraising. But as technology and techniques have evolved — from more sophisticated database tools to new A.I. solutions for all budgets — many leaders want to ensure their organizations stay on top of the latest opportunities. \nThere isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to data-driven fundraising\, but there are some key principles that can help leaders find their way. \nJoin the Chronicle and our panel of experts to learn how groups on the leading edge are putting their donor data into action — and how your nonprofit can\, too. Don’t miss this chance to get practical advice\, lessons\, and real-world examples you can use to create or strengthen your fundraising data strategy and get the best results. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\nDr. Elisha Smith Arrillaga\nVice President of Research\nCenter for Effective Philanthropy \nDr. Cecilia Conrad\nCEO\nLever for Change \nKendra Davenport\nPresident and CEO\nEasterseals \nJim Rendon\nSenior Writer\nChronicle of Philanthropy \nRegister
URL:https://cep.org/event/how-mackenzie-scott-and-melinda-french-gates-are-transforming-philanthropy/
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