Events - Exponent Philanthropy

Upcoming Programs

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Intro to Catalytic Leadership in Philanthropy

This Intro to Catalytic Leadership in Philanthropy program will build your confidence in pursuing new pathways in your philanthropy through experiential learning, skills practice, and hands-on work. It is designed to be a meaningful, transformative experience that could significantly shift your view of your role and work. Participants are asked to complete eight or more... Read More

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2024 Annual Conference

This event is designed for and by lean funders—those who give with few or no staff. Here, you can let your guard down and talk about the problems affecting the causes and communities you care about most with those who can relate. At the conference, you’ll find sessions that share the how-tos of catalytic and equity-centered practices and the fundamentals of foundation... Read More

Exponent Event

Intro to Catalytic Leadership in Philanthropy

This Intro to Catalytic Leadership in Philanthropy program will build your confidence in pursuing new pathways in your philanthropy through experiential learning, skills practice, and hands-on work. It is designed to be a meaningful, transformative experience that could significantly shift your view of your role and work. Participants are asked to complete eight or more... Read More

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Designing your Foundation Investments to Fulfill your Charitable Mission

Complimentary for Exponent Philanthropy members | $75 non-members  Join us for an insightful webinar designed for foundation leaders, board members, and staff seeking to align their investment strategy with their charitable mission.   In this session, we’ll explore:  Strategies for mission-aligned investing  Review and outline a strong investment policy statement  Discussion on long-term returns on asset... Read More

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Philadelphia Regional Gathering

This gathering is complementary to Exponent Philanthropy Members and Philanthropy Network Greater Philadelphia Members. Join us for lunch to network, learn, and share with your fellow lean funders from across the Greater Philadelphia area! During this peer-facilitated gathering, hear what your colleagues are working on, explore opportunities to work together for greater impact, and seek... Read More

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Boston Regional Gathering

This gathering is complementary to Exponent Philanthropy members, Philanthropy Massachusetts members, The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) clients, partners, and invited guests. Join us for lunch to network, learn, and share with your fellow lean funders from across the greater Boston area! During this peer-facilitated gathering, hear what your colleagues are working on, explore opportunities to work... Read More

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Next Gen Fellows Program

The Application is OPEN!  This program launches at the conference in Ohio in 2025. The deadline to apply for the 2025 cohort is August 1, 2025.   The program begins in person on Monday, November 10, 2025, at the Hilton Columbus Downtown and includes participation in the 2025 Annual Conference, November 11-13. Peer coaching continues virtually... Read More