Events - Exponent Philanthropy

Upcoming Programs

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2024 Annual Conference

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED! WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU IN AUSTIN! 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... Read More

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Foundations 101 Virtual Seminar Series

Get up to speed on foundation essentials. Updated for 2025, this series covers the key components of running a foundation: getting started, governance basics, legal issues, grantmaking, and investments. Learn the basics about the importance and the impact of each facet of foundation operations and come away with usable tips. Participants are encouraged to purchase... Read More

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Foundations 101 Virtual Seminar: Investment Management Oversight

For those running a foundation, it’s important to understand the board’s fiduciary duties and how to manage investment work — whether you’re working with an investment advisor or not. Learn how the investment policy statement serves as a guide and hear about financial tools that extend your grantmaking.      By the end of this session, you... Read More

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Foundations 101 Virtual Seminar: Grantmaking Basics

Learn about the key elements of a standard grantmaking cycle, and then discover the additional tools in your toolbox for making an impact with your giving. Gain insight on the value of focusing your funding, designing a grantmaking program driven by learning, and streamlining your work. We’ll cover the Classical Grantmaking process as well as... Read More

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2025 Annual Conference

Join your peers in lean philanthropy for 3 days of knowledge sharing, skill building, and connections—in Columbus, Ohio! 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... Read More

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Next Gen Fellows Program

COMING SOON!  Launching at conference in 2025. Application opening soon!  November 2025 – April 2026  •  A six-month peer learning fellowship program for emerging foundation leaders   The deadline to apply for the 2025 cohort is July 1, 2025.   The program begins in-person on Monday, November 10, 2025 at the Hilton Columbus Downtown and includes participation... Read More