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Browse the latest IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy events and connect with other donors, nonprofit professionals, and students in the nonprofit sector. We offer a wide variety of events, convening participants to:

Absorb and discuss the school’s latest research and commentary on philanthropy, fundraising, and nonprofit management
Connect with students and faculty members from our academic programs in the field of philanthropic studies and other related disciplines
Explore how giving and fundraising strengthen philanthropy and improve its practice

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Philanthropy, Nonprofits, and Faith: Strength at the Intersections

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Join two remarkable nonprofit innovators, Dan Cardinali and Kerry Robinson, as they discuss the ethical and practical strengths at the intersection of philanthropy and faith.

Learning from African Civil Society Leaders

Thursday, May 20, 2021

Join us for a set of informal presentations by civil society leaders from across the continent of Africa as they share their experience and lessons from leading organizations to create change on important issues in their countries.

The Promise of Gratitude to Revive American Civic Life

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

What is gratitude? How might gratitude reinvigorate American civic life, and lend more meaning to our lives? Join Civic Renaissance curator and Lilly Family School of Philanthropy adjunct faculty member Alexandra Hudson as she facilitates a conversation with Dr. Una Osili, Lilly Family School of Philanthropy associate dean for research and international programs, and bestselling author A.J. Jacobs about his remarkable adventure in gratitude: Jacobs traveled the world to thank every person involved in making his morning cup of coffee.

Perspectives on Philanthropy Discussion Series with Stacy Palmer

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

As we search for context in our transforming world, what role does philanthropy play? Broadly understood to encompass the human voluntary spirit, philanthropy is responding in a variety of ways to the current global crisis today. How is it doing and what role will it have in the world that is emerging? Stacy Palmer will join us to discuss her important perspectives on how philanthropy affects our civic life now and moving forward.

Charitable Crowdfunding: Who Gives, to What, and Why?

Thursday, April 8, 2021

During these unprecedented times, crowdfunding has taken on a significant role in philanthropic giving and fundraising. New research from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy reveals perceptions of crowdfunding, how awareness of crowdfunding compares with giving via crowdfunding projects, what motivates donors who give this way, what they support, how they differ from other donors, and where crowdfunding fits in the philanthropic landscape.

Volunteering and Building Community During a Crisis

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Join us to hear how Points of Light and the global network are offering creative, impactful, and inspiring ways for people to engage in their communities and take action to solve problems as they collaborate with volunteer-mobilizing organizations around the world. This event features our guest, Natalye Paquin, and will be moderated by Dr. Una Osili, Associate Dean for Research and International Programs at the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.

Perspectives on Philanthropy Discussion Series with Kari Niedfeldt-Thomas

Wednesday, March 31, 2021

As we search for context in our transforming world, what role does philanthropy play? Broadly understood to encompass the human voluntary spirit, philanthropy is responding in a variety of ways to the current global crisis today. How is it doing and what role will it have in the world that is emerging? Kari Niedfeldt-Thomas will join us to discuss her important perspectives on how philanthropy affects our civic life now and moving forward.

A New Era in DC: What Can Philanthropy Expect?

Monday, March 15, 2021

We assembled a great panel from several different backgrounds to share their preliminary thoughts about what impact the 2020 election may have on philanthropy and the philanthropic sector more generally.

Leadership and Philanthropy for Social Change and Peace

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Dynamic speakers Dr. Maya Soetoro and Thomas West will discuss shifting the narrative in philanthropy to place social justice and peace at the center. We invite you to join us as they reflect on the meaning, practice, and impact of philanthropy for social justice and peace.

Faith and Philanthropy: Blueprints for the Common Good?

Thursday, February 25, 2021

A Distinguished Visitors Dialogue featuring Bishop Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows and David Dodson. Join us as two extraordinary leaders reflect together on the role of faith and philanthropy in meeting the challenges of our common life.

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