Events
CEP Events
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
CEP 2025
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. Join us in Los Angeles in 2025!
Philanthropy Northwest Annual Conference PNW24
University of Montana - University Center 32 Campus Dr Missoula, Missoula, MT, United StatesBREAKOUT 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. […]
Thriving Together: Cultivating Well-being & Sustainability in the Social Sector
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 […]
Philanthropy Southeast 55th Annual Meeting: Leading Lights: Opening Keynote
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 […]
Exponent Philanthropy 2024 Annual Conference
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 […]
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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
CEP President
Elisha Smith Arrillaga
Vice President, Research
Kevin Bolduc
Vice President, Assessment and Advisory Services
Grace Nicolette
Vice President, Programming and External Relations
Austin Long
Senior Director, Assessment and Advisory Services
Jennifer de Forest
Interim Vice President, YouthTruth
Jimmy Simpson, Jr.
Director of Partnerships, YouthTruth
Past Events
CEP 2023 Plenary Sessions
Revisit main stage highlights from CEP’s recent conference with recordings of the plenary sessions.