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Our virtual and in-person programming features CEP’s rigorous research and the latest insights and trends in philanthropy. Join us at an upcoming event or book a CEP speaker for your next event!

Featured Event

CEP2025

November 3-5, 2025 | Los Angeles, CA

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.

If you were not able to join us at CEP2025, check out our daily blog recaps:

Day One: “Grounded in Data”
Day Two: “The Light is Already On”
Day Three: “A Perilous Moment in the ‘Long Arc'”

Latest Past Events

CEP2025

InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown 900 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles

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 […]

Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Annual Member Gathering

The Meeting House 5885 Robert Oliver Pl, Columbia

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 […]

Giving Done Right: A Conversation with Author Phil Buchanan

The Argyros Performing Arts Theater 120 South Main St, Ketchum,

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 […]

Free

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CEP Speakers

Staff at CEP are available to speak on a variety of topics such as the latest findings from CEP’s research, current giving trends, effective giving, and the vital role of the nonprofit sector in a moment when a strong sector is needed more than ever.

Phil Buchanan

Phil Buchanan

CEP President

Elisha Smith Arrillaga

Vice President, Research

Kevin Bolduc

Vice President, Assessment and Advisory Services

Grace Nicolette

Vice President, Programming and External Relations

David McKinney

David McKinney

Vice President, YouthTruth

Jennifer de Forest

Director of Research & Learning, YouthTruth

Past Events

CEP 2023 Plenary Sessions

Revisit main stage highlights from CEP’s recent conference with recordings of the plenary sessions.