March 31-April 1, 2026 | Chicago, IL

Be Bold. Be Brave. Be the Bridge.

Ready to transform women’s philanthropy? Two days. Countless connections. Endless possibilities.

Dive deep into trust-based giving, navigate difficult conversations, and harness data to amplify your impact. Whether you're managing a DAF or building a corporate foundation, this is where bold women make brave moves.

The seventh annual symposium is the only gathering of its kind that…

  • Connects the dots between research and practice, leaving attendees with concrete lessons they can use in their work and their giving
  • Focuses exclusively on the broad landscape of women and philanthropy  Convenes speakers with wide-ranging backgrounds and experiences
  • Fosters a community of big, bold thinkers, innovators, and doers who can and will accelerate social change
  • Promotes networking and relationship building by limiting registration to 500 attendees

Hear from experts including:

Erin Saif
Erin McHugh Saif
CEO, Data and Technology Hub
TechSoup + Balmer Group Special Initiative
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Maureen Hackett
Maureen Hackett
President
Hackett Family Foundation
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Abigail Disney
Abigail Disney
Philanthropist and Social Activist
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Cecelia Conrad
Cecilia Conrad
CEO
Lever for Change
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Judy Woodruff
Judy Woodruff
Senior Correspondent
Former Anchor & Managing Editor
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Diane Yentel
Diane Yentel
President & CEO
National Council of Nonprofits
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