February

GreenBiz ForumFebruary 4-6, 2020, Phoenix, AZJoin the powerful GreenBiz 20 community — more than 1,500 sustainability leaders from business, government, academia and NGOs — to explore the latest sustainable business trends and form valuable connections.

2020 ANA DC Nonprofit ConferenceFebruary 19-21, 2020, Washington, D.C.At the 2020 ANA D.C. Nonprofit Conference, you’ll hear innovative marketing, fundraising, and collaboration ideas, to help you expand your donor base and strengthen the bonds with your existing donor. More companies are instituting purpose-driven initiatives, creating a huge opportunity for your nonprofit organization.

From Day OneFebruary 25, 2020, Atlanta, GAFrom Day One is a conference series focused on innovative ways for companies to foster stronger relationships with their employees, customers and communities. This forum on corporate values will take place at the Georgia Aquarium and bring together executives from CSR, human resources, marketing and communications. There are 8+ conferences each year. Click here for a full list of cities/dates.

Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum ConferenceFebruary 26-28, 2020, Austin, TXThis is an excellent opportunity for industry professionals to share success stories on fundraising and get the latest scoop on trends and refined best practices. Nonprofits looking to reinvigorate their peer to peer fundraising and learn about new technologies and digital marketing techniques will have a lot to look forward to at the conference.

March

ACCP Conference 2020 (Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals)March 8-11, 2020, Orlando, FLIf you are a CSR professional this is a can’t miss conference. ACCP Conference attendees are connected to relevant and exciting tools and resources. These meaningful connections challenge you to think differently about the corporate citizenship industry and the work you do. The Corporate Citizenship Conference is only open to those currently working for a corporation in a professional in the Corporate Citizenship capacity.

Corporate Giving ConferenceMarch 11, 2020, Seattle, WAThis annual conference focuses on helping nonprofits identify and pursue corporate giving and sponsorship opportunities with the aim to increase their revenue thereby growing their organizations. We invite speakers from the corporate sector who are decision-makers in awarding grants, donations, authorizing sponsorships and handle cause-related marketing requests.

SXSW ConferenceMarch 13-22, 2020, Austin, TXExperience 10 days of unparalleled discovery, learning, and networking with creatives across interactive, film, and music industries at the SXSW Conference & Festivals! The Climate & Social Action Track highlights innovations that create a positive social impact and contribute to environmentally sustainable systems.

Ethical Corp Responsible Business SummitMarch 16-18, 2020, Orlando, FLHow to Lead the Decade of Action will convene 750+ leaders from across the globe to share their latest strategies, and more importantly, tangible insights into how they are helping deliver the required transformation of business.

The Founders Network ConferenceMarch 16-18, 2020, San Diego, CATFN’s annual conference bring together leaders in philanthropy from across the sector who are committed to creating communities that are sustainable, prosperous and equitable - and who are looking to grow their network and deepen their professional relationships. This year’s conference theme, Bridge The Divide, lifts up philanthropy’s unique potential to bridge differences, foster connections and build partnerships — and address urgent issues such as climate change, economic disparity and racial injustice.

Bloomberg Equality SummitMarch 25, 2020, New York, NYBloomberg Equality Summit, is a cross-platform editorial initiative that will bring together business, academic and political leaders as well as nonprofits and activists to discuss the future of equality, how we get there and what is at stake for the economy and society at-large.

International Fundraising Conference (Association for Fundraising Professionals)March 29-31, 2020, Baltimore, MDThe world’s largest conference for fundraising professionals returns to the east coast in 2020. Baltimore, Maryland—Charm City—awaits with more than 100 sector-shifting sessions covering the most important topics in fundraising and countless ways to grow your network.

BCCCC International Corporate Citizenship ConferenceMarch 30-April 1, 2020, San Francisco, CAMore than 600 corporate citizenship professionals will convene in San Francisco to learn how to achieve maximum impact with effective corporate citizenship programs that deliver business results.

April

SustainatopiaApril 3-6, 2020, San Francisco, CASustainatopia remains one of the leading events in the world for social, financial and environmental sustainability & impact. The conference brings together the global ecosystem of social, financial and environmental sustainability & social impact like no other singular event.

Corporate Responsibility SummitApril 11, 2019, Dallas, TX2020: TBDThe Corporate Responsibility (CR) Summit brings together top professionals in the field of responsible and sustainable business. The goal of the summit is to discuss the key issues and challenges in effective Corporate Social Responsibility.

National Diversity and Leadership ConferenceApril 18-24, 2019, Houston, TXYou don’t want to miss the 16th Annual Diversity & Leadership Conference & Career Expo in 2020. Internationally-renowned speakers will bring their unique experiences integrating various diversity and inclusion topics that you can apply to your personal and professional life.

Cause CampApril 20-21, 2020, Lincoln, NECause Camp is an immersive boutique conference, dedicated to teaching nonprofits to hone their skills and welcome change.Through Cause Camp, you’ll develop relationships, learn from the best in the sector and be incredibly inspired. Cause Camp is put on each year by Nonprofit Hub.

TNPA ConferenceApril 22-24, 2020, Boston, MAWanting to try something new? The Nonprofit Alliance is kicking off their first annual event with the TNPA Conference. The Nonprofit Alliance aims to be the voice of nonprofits to promote, protect and strengthen the philanthropic sector.

Create Good Conference April 23-24, 2020, Durham, NCA two-day conference to inspire the nonprofit communicator to try new ideas, complete current projects, and find like-minded awesome professionals. This fun, informative conference will spark ideas and recharge your engine to keep doing good every day. Participants will walk away with real things they can do at the job the next day but also have the confidence to try a new tactic.

Corporate Partnership ConferenceApril 27-28, 2020 Toronto, CAThe Corporate Partnership Conference brings together over 400 leaders and practioners from across the “partnership industry” on both sides of the table: cause and brand. It will explore thought leadership and best practices from philanthropy to cause marketing - and everything in between.

May

Milken Global ConferenceMay 2-6, 2020, Los Angeles, CAThe Milken Institute’s Global Conference brings together leading minds in business, technology, government, media, philanthropy, health care, and entertainment to deliver novel, collaborative responses to these great questions of our time.

Council on Foundations: Leading Together May 6-8, 2020, Minneapolis, MNThe 2020 Collective Impact Convening will bring together funders, backbones, partners, and community members for cross-sector dialogue and peer learning to tackle complex issues in the collective impact field.

Kindred 2020May 11-14, 2020, San Diego, CAAt Kindred 2020 over 2,000 corporate, nonprofit, and cultural leaders will gather to take action, transform, and grow their businesses and relationships for a world that is demanding more responsibility and accountability.

CECP Summit: Center to Encourage Corporate PhilanthropyMay 19-20, 2020, New York, NYCECP empowers corporations to be a force for good in society and brings together nearly 300 corporate leaders who drive social strategies at the world’s largest companies. CECP works with the senior most professionals at companies who oversee corporate affairs, foundations, and CSR.

Cause Marketing SummitMay 21, New York, NY If you are a socially responsible businessperson or a nonprofit professional on a mission to raise funds, develop compelling communications campaigns, and/or increase employee engagement and retention, this day is designed for you.

Engage for Good ConferenceMay 27-28, 2020, Austin, TXEngage for Good will provide valuable information for cause marketers all along the experience spectrum and in varying formats (keynote presentations, breakout sessions, small group discussions, etc.) to cater to people with different learning styles. The conference will expand your knowledge and network whether you are focused on consumer-facing initiatives, employee engagement, advocacy or shared value.

June

Sustainable BrandsJune 1-4, 2020, Long Beach, CAJoin other leading brands and sustainability leaders gathering from across the globe for this Sustainable Brands flagship conference. Discover the power of purpose and dive deeper into the five critical practice areas of the SB Brand Transformation Roadmap℠ and learn what it takes to build your brand through social and environmental innovation.

Social Innovation SummitJune 2-3, 2020, Washington, D.C. Social Innovation Summit is an annual event that represents a global convening of black swans and wayward thinkers. Attendees include corporate executives, venture capitalists, CSR and Foundation heads, government leaders, social entrepreneurs, philanthropists/activists, nonprofit heads.

The Conference Board Diversity and Inclusion ConferenceJune 2-3, 2020, Brooklyn, NYD&I is currently one of the hottest issues in HR and with 2020 being an election year and the current ramping up of divisive sentiment in the USA, this issue could well be the defining issue of the day for employers. Join us at one of North America’s longest running and best attended gatherings of D&I and business leaders that consistently addresses the most important issues in this area.

The CollaborativeJune 9-11, 2020, Boston, MAThe Collaborative is a 3-day immersive experience designed by Classy exclusively for nonprofit professionals and social impact leaders to learn, share, and get inspired. From fundraising and marketing best practices, to the latest in technology and data, gain the tools, strategies, and connections you need to accelerate your organization’s impact.

Points of LightJune 10-12, 2020, Washington, D.C.The Points of Light Conference is a global convening of nonprofit, government, business and civic leaders who connect, collaborate, gain and share the knowledge and resources needed to galvanize the power of people to create change. This year’s event will be the centerpiece of a yearlong celebration to mark Points of Light’s founding by President George H.W. Bush 30 years ago.

JulyBridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising ConferenceJuly 15-17, 2020, National Harbor, MDJoin us, as the brightest, most creative and most world-changing fundraising and marketing professionals from every sector of our industry will gather for three enlightening days of dynamic keynotes, panels, workshops, networking and more. Learn about the latest strategies, techniques and most current innovations in all areas of fundraising and marketing related to: direct response, individual giving (major and planned giving), corporate giving and special events and much, much more.

August2020 ANA Chicago Nonprofit ConferenceAugust 5-7, 2020, Chicago, ILMake your plans now to join us and hundreds of fundraising and marketing professionals at the Chicago Nonprofit Conference, a two-day event where you will exchange innovative marketing and fundraising ideas, generate insightful solutions, and think creatively to help you make the relationship with your donors even stronger.

INBOUNDAugust 18-21, 2020, Boston, MAINBOUND is an annual experience uniting super curious, question-asking professionals with big-name and break-out industry thinkers, high-octane events, and boundless education sessions. Our 250+ speakers are reshaping the future and will help you pump change-fueled adrenaline into everything you touch.

September

Concordia Annual SummitSeptember 20-22, 2019, New York, NY2020: TBDThe Concordia Annual Summit convenes the world’s most prominent business, government, and nonprofit leaders to foster dialogue and enable effective partnerships for positive social impact. This global affairs forum takes place in New York City and examines the world’s most pressing challenges to identify avenues for collaboration.

October

BBCONOctober 6-8, 2020, Seattle, WAbbcon is the premier tech gathering for organizations and change agents driving social good. With content for arts and cultural organizations, cause-based nonprofits, educational institutions, faith communities, healthcare organizations, foundations, and corporate giving, this conference hosted by Blackbaud provides an unrivaled experience for all social good professionals.

3BL COMMIT! ForumOctober 29-30, 2019, National Harbor, MD2020: TBDWe hope you’ll join us again in 2020 as we continue to showcase corporate voices on bridging the divide between investor relations and corporate responsibility, and the “why” and “how” as companies seek to align their purpose, values and voice.

Net Impact ConferenceOctober 24-26, 2019, Detroit, MI2020: TBDEach year Net Impact brings leaders together for a dynamic exchange of ideas about how to tackle our toughest social and environmental problems. Attendees have the opportunity to network, dream, plan, share ideas, and engage with the topics they care about most.

Upswell (Independent Sector)OCT 14-16, 2020, Pittsburgh, PAIt’s not a coincidence that Pittsburgh is called the “City of Bridges.” Bridges create connections. Between people. Across differences. Toward brighter futures. In 2020, you’re invited to Pittsburgh for a social good experience that aims to forge a world where every person can thrive.

November

BSR ConferenceNovember 10-12, 2020, Brooklyn, NY The annual BSR Conference is one of the longest-running and most well-regarded sustainability conferences. We provide a space for thought-provoking conversations, where we work together to identify solutions to our most complex global challenges.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizen ConferenceNovember 13-14, 2019, Washington, DC2020: TBD Join more than 500 diverse business leaders and cross-sector partners in Washington, D.C. to gain insight into the next frontier of CSR and trends in the field. This event convenes business leaders and cross-sector visionaries to explore how to create a greater impact through collaboration.

DecemberCorporate Philanthropy & Social Impact ConferenceDecember 5-6, 2019, New York, NY2020: TBDThis event blends sessions addressing the “business” of corporate philanthropy at the intersection of profit and purpose, and real-life scenarios to help build and sustain a culture of civic engagement. Discussions address criteria for decision-making as related to corporate strategy, internal and external collaborations to accelerate real change and much more!

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