EPIP Conference 2026: Clarity and Courage
Description
The Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy 2026 National Conference (EPIP 2026) brings together emergent leaders to strengthen their philanthropic practice through learning, connection, and collective action. The conference is a chance to connect across generations to build the skills to shape practice, policy, and culture so that philanthropy works for all communities.
Attendees can expect:
- Thought‑provoking plenaries and breakout sessions
- Skill‑building workshops specifically designed for early- and mid-career philanthropic professionals
- Intergenerational conversations and networking opportunities
- Dedicated healing spaces held by trusted healing practitioners
- An emphasis on local Chicago artists and organizers, with particular attention to how individuals and institutions can learn from Chicago's community-led resistance efforts
- Opportunities to engage with leaders shaping the future of philanthropy
- Joyful learning spaces that engage adult learners and center connection
Whether you’re new to the field or deepening your practice, the 2026 EPIP Conference offers a welcoming, inclusive environment to grow your leadership and connect with a national community committed to justice and equity.
For more information, please visit: https://www.epip.org/epip_2026_conference.
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