This moment demands courage. Federal funding cuts are reshaping what’s possible in your communities. Legal challenges are putting your foundation’s mission and commitments under scrutiny. The communities you serve are under attack—and your board may be pulling back just when doubling down matters most. This is exactly the moment when fear most distorts our judgment. And it’s exactly the moment when lean funders have... Read More
Are you new to Exponent Philanthropy or need a refresher on the many benefits available to you as a member? Get a membership benefits overview with Brian Bates, Member Relations Specialist, then hear from three members about how to take advantage of Exponent’s network and resources. We’ll conclude with informal networking on the Remo platform,... Read More
Family offices play a distinctive role in lean philanthropy. This virtual peer conversation offers a space for philanthropic leaders working within family offices to connect with colleagues navigating similar responsibilities and roles. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange perspectives, explore common questions, and learn from peers in family offices. The conversation is intentionally informal... Read More
Save the date! Join Exponent Philanthropy at Forefront’s Annual Summit: Growing Together on September 24, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. Together, we’ll learn how to strengthen our roots today while planting seeds for the future. More details – including a registration discount for Exponent members – coming soon! About Exponent on the Road Exponent on the Road gatherings are informal opportunities for lean funders to connect,... Read More
Join us for this in-person opportunity to network, learn, and share with your fellow lean funders from across the New York region! During this peer-facilitated gathering, discover what your colleagues are working on, explore opportunities to collaborate for greater impact, and seek input and advice from trusted colleagues on challenges you may be facing in... Read More
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Join Exponent Philanthropy at the 2026 Council of Michigan Foundations Annual Conference for Trends and Tactics that Amplify Lean Funders, a 75-minute session exploring timely strategies, emerging trends, and practical approaches designed to help lean funders increase their impact. Visit their website to learn more and register >> Read More
Applications Due August 1, 2026 / Program Starts November 10, 2026, at the Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon The Next Gen Fellows Program is a 6-month leadership development program for dynamic leaders, roughly 18–35 years old, who are involved in all types of foundations as current or soon-to-be trustees or staff. The program is designed... Read More