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Complimentary for Exponent Philanthropy members | $75 non-members Join us for a conversation on the latest insights from the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s July 2025... Learn More
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Join this peer forum to explore the many facets of the spend down process, from planning for impact to engaging grantee partners and managing investments,... Learn More
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Designed for anyone who prepares or signs a Form 990-PF, Exponent Philanthropy’s signature seminar will give you a thorough understanding of the 990-PF, the 5%... Learn More
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