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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
April
The Wellness Portfolio: Protecting Your Greatest Asset: Thursday, April 9th, from 1–2pm (virtual)
Join us as we host Jill Sheppard Davenport, Director of Health & Wellness at Pennington Partners & Co., for a forward-thinking discussion on building your "wellness portfolio."
Drawing on her expertise as a board-certified functional nutritionist, Jill will explore how evidence-based nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and key health biomarkers can shape longevity and overall wellbeing. Attendees will walk away with actionable approaches to reducing chronic disease risk, supporting brain health, and investing in a longer, healthier life.
Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Tuesday, April 28, 10 a.m. (Virtual)
Your Fund's Performance: Investment Strategy and Returns
Join us to get a clear, fundholder-friendly update on how your fund is invested and what’s driving performance. We’ll break down market highlights, portfolio strategy, and what the latest results may mean for your philanthropic goals.
Health Equity Summit: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Join us for a groundbreaking event that will shape the future of health equity and economic justice!
We're thrilled to extend a special invitation to you for the upcoming 2026 Health Equity & Economic Justice Summit hosted in Washington, D.C. on Thursday April 30, 2026.
This event promises to ignite your passion and drive for change, providing a platform for enlightening discussions and empowering insights with local and national leaders, practitioners, policymakers, and community advocates, all focused on the vital theme: We Can Do This: Crafting the Future We Deserve.
May
Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Tuesday, May 26, 10 a.m. (In-Person)
Legacy Planning: Creating Lasting Impact Beyond Your Lifetime
Join us to explore meaningful ways to extend your charitable impact for generations. Learn common legacy-giving options, family engagement approaches, and planning considerations that can help align your long-term values with lasting results.
Celebration of Philanthropy: Friday, May 28, 2026
The 2026 Celebration of Philanthropy will bring together the region's leading changemakers and community builders for an unforgettable night honoring Monumental Sports & Entertainment with the 2026 Spirit of Philanthropy Award.
We’re celebrating the vibrant spirit of our community and the extraordinary efforts of our donors and partners who have been instrumental in shaping our region’s philanthropic journey.
Celebrate with us and enjoy captivating live performances, gourmet food stations, an open bar, and an evening of connection with the region's most passionate advocates for community change.
Foundation FUNDamentals Series
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Foundation FUNDamentals Series: Impact Investing: Investments with Financial and Social Returns
Tuesday, June 23, 10 a.m. (Virtual)
Curious how your investments can advance community outcomes while pursuing financial returns? This session introduces impact investing basics, practical entry points, and real-world examples of how values and strategy can work together.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.