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2026 Learning and Engagement Events

Below is a list of learning and engagement opportunities we are offering to our donors and fundholders in 2026. We encourage you to participate as often as possible and we welcome your suggestions for additional engagement topics or opportunities.

Check back here for updates on details and registration links as they become available.
Please contact us with any questions.

Sharing Community Funds Site Visits

Site Visits offer you an opportunity to learn about the incredible work of our local nonprofit partners. During a site visit, you may meet the staff leading these amazing organizations and witness their transformative work in action. Our various Sharing programs conduct site visits at different points throughout the year - with most happening in the winter/spring and fall. Stay tuned for more updates and details!

Upcoming Events

June

Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Impact Investing: Affordable Housing Investments with Financial and Social Returns

Tuesday, June 23, 10 a.m. (Virtual)

Join us for the next session in our Foundation FUNDamentals series to explore solutions to one of the most pressing challenges facing our region — the shortage of affordable housing. Impact investing offers a powerful tool for philanthropists who want to do more by generating competitive financial returns while directly financing the production of affordable homes for our neighbors who need them most. You will learn more about impact investing options available to you as a fundholder, plus how it works, examples of projects happening in our region, and ways you can get involved.

Register here!

Foundation FUNDamentals Series

  • Foundation FUNDamentals Series: The Power of Sharing: Collaborative Giving Through Sharing Community Funds

    Tuesday, July 28, 10 a.m. (Virtual)

    Discover how collective giving can amplify your impact by pooling resources with other donors around shared priorities. We’ll spotlight how Sharing Community Funds work and how fundholders can participate to drive broader change. 

  • Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Trust-Based Philanthropy: A New Approach to Grantmaking 

    Tuesday, August 25, 10 a.m. (In-Person)

    Learn what trust-based philanthropy looks like in practice—and why more funders are adopting it. We’ll cover core principles and actionable ways to build stronger grantee relationships and reduce barriers to impact. 

  • Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Funds That Fundraise: Tools, Policies, and Best Practices 

    Tuesday, September 22, 10 a.m. (Virtual)

    If you want others to contribute to your fund, this session is for you. Learn the tools available, key policies to know, and practical best practices to help you fundraise effectively and confidently. 

  • Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Year-End Review: Making the Most of Your Fund and Planning Ahead 

    Tuesday, October 27, 10 a.m. (In-person)

    Prepare for year-end with a smart, streamlined checklist to help you maximize your giving and avoid last-minute surprises. We’ll cover timing considerations, planning tips, and ways to set your fund up for a strong start next year. 

  • Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Tax-Smart Giving: Optimizing Your Charitable Giving Strategy 

    Tuesday, November 24, 10 a.m. (Virtual)

    Get an overview of popular tax-wise giving strategies that can help you give more effectively—especially as year-end approaches. You’ll leave with planning considerations and questions to discuss with your financial and tax advisors. 

  • Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Your Fund’s Performance: Investment Strategy and Returns 

    Tuesday, December 15, 10 a.m. (Virtual)

    Close out the year with a concise performance review and an outlook on what’s ahead. We’ll revisit how your fund is positioned, recap key market themes, and share considerations for planning into the new year.