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Philanthropy Massachusetts' 57th Annual Conference [Funders and Philanthropic Advisors]

Join us for Philanthropy Massachusetts’ 57th Annual Conference!

In a Commonwealth of Firsts: Shaping What Comes Next

Our signature event convenes funders and philanthropic advisors from across the region to learn, engage, act, and partner (LEAP). 

We are the place where ideas and practices of American democracy first took shape. Democracy was not perfected here. But it was debated here, tested here, and continually expanded here. As we have been celebrating the 250th anniversary of this country's founding, that history feels less like something to commemorate and more like a responsibility we are being asked to carry forward. This is the focus of our Annual Conference. 

Join us to learn about innovative, impactful national and statewide philanthropic work; engage with your peers and build meaningful connections; act by exploring collaborative opportunities to address issues affecting communities across Massachusetts; and partner with us and fellow leaders to shape what comes next. We'll also celebrate the 55th anniversary of Philanthropy Massachusetts's first pooled fund, the Summer Fund. 

If you are a funder, philanthropic leader, foundation board member, individual donor, or donor advisor committed to the people and communities of Massachusetts, this conference was created for you. Join us on September 29th for a day where we help shape the future of the Commonwealth.

Watch our highlight reel of our event from last year!

Conference schedule, speakers, and additional details to follow.

Thank you to the following sponsors for supporting the 57th Annual Conference: 
Democracy Fund
M&T Bank
Merck Family Fund
The ALKU Foundation
Howland Capital
Hemenway & Barnes
Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston
The Sillerman Center for the Advancement of Philanthropy

For conference sponsorship opportunities please contact Joel Parra at jparra@philanthropyma.org