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Orr Group TALKS: The Impact of MacKenzie Scott’s Transformational Giving

Virtual Virtual Event

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 […]

Navigating the Current Context: Partnerships & Collective Action in the Philanthropic Sector

Navigating the Current Context: Partnerships & Collective Action in the Philanthropic Sector April 24, 2025 from 2-3pm ET/11am-12pm PT  (Zoom link to follow) Join us for a conversation exploring urgent reorganization of philanthropic resources and pathways to sustainable impact in the current context, featuring: Phil Buchanan, President, The Center for E!ective Philanthropy (CEP) Natalie Ross, […]

Virginia Funders Network 4th Annual Conference

Lansdowne Resort 44050 Woodridge Parkway, Leesburg, VA, United States

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 […]

Navigating Uncertain Times: What is Philanthropy’s Role?

Danversport 161 Elliott St, Danvers, MA, United States

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 […]

Free

What grantees are saying: How well are European funders listening?

Webinar MA, United States

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)   New 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 […]

Free

Luminaries: Conversation with CEP President Phil Buchanan

Indiana Philanthropy Alliance

Join Luminaries, a new dynamic call series designed exclusively for IPA members to connect with leading minds and influencers shaping philanthropy and public life. This is members-only content. Log in to access this page. https://www.inphilanthropy.org/events/luminaries-conversation-cep-president-phil-buchanan

London Funders Learning Festival

Virtual Virtual Event

What grantees are saying: how well are European funders listening? New 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 […]

Navigating Complexity and Challenge Right Now: Nonprofits’ Needs and Funder Responses

Virtual Virtual Event

Nonprofits and philanthropy are operating in a new and complex environment shaped by a polarized and unpredictable political climate. As nonprofit leaders report difficulty pursuing their missions, fears both for the communities they serve and for their financial futures, and continued struggles with burnout and staffing, they are asking for more from their funders. How […]

The State of AI for Nonprofits & Foundations

Forum One

  Discover 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 […]

New Insights on Effective Community Engagement

    Join 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 […]

Giving Done Right: A Conversation with Author Phil Buchanan

The Argyros Performing Arts Theater 120 South Main St, Ketchum,, ID, United States

Join Spur Community Foundation for an evening with Phil Buchanan, president of the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) and author of Giving Done Right: Effective Philanthropy and Making Every Dollar Count—named Best Philanthropy Book of the Year (2019) by Inside Philanthropy. A passionate advocate for effective giving and a strong nonprofit sector, Buchanan has worked […]

Free

Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Annual Member Gathering

The Meeting House 5885 Robert Oliver Pl, Columbia, MD, United States

Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Annual Member Gathering is an opportunity for members to connect, rejuvenate, and celebrate as a philanthropic community. In response to the enthusiastic request from our members, we are excited to offer additional in-person networking opportunities during this year’s all-member convening. Members of Maryland Philanthropy Network, along with guests, will come together for […]

CEP2025

InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown 900 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States

CEP’s biennial conference brings together senior foundation leaders, program officers, trustees, philanthropic advisors, and major donors from across the U.S. and the world to engage with the most pressing issues in philanthropy. Join us in Los Angeles in 2025! CEP2025 is now sold out!