Independent Sector’s National Summit 2025
Building Collective Power for Nonprofits and Philanthropy
October 27 – 29, 2025 | Atlanta
Upswell is now Independent Sector’s National Summit: Building Collective Power for Nonprofits and Philanthropy. This new name serves as an enduring affirmation: We are stronger together.
Join Us in Atlanta, Oct. 27-29, for Independent Sector’s National Summit 2025
Together, nonprofits and philanthropy will unite to transform communities and strengthen our nation.
Call for session proposals now open. Registration opens in the spring.
Our National Summit
October 27-29, 2025 | Atlanta, Georgia
At our 2025 summit in Atlanta, leaders from across the charitable sector — nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs — will come together to:
- Strengthen relationships with other sector leaders
- Exchange ideas across nonprofits and philanthropy
- Define a shared, national agenda
- Feel inspired by new approaches
- Get equipped for action with state-of-the-sector data
Together we can create a stronger sector and a more equitable, inclusive, and just nation. Join us in Atlanta in 2025 to feel the collective power of what we can accomplish together.
Call for Sessions Now Open
Get all the details on submitting a session for Independent Sector’s National Summit 2025: Building Collective Power for Nonprofits and Philanthropy, Oct. 27-29 at the Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center by visiting this page.
The deadline for session proposals is March 31, 2025. We are also seeking proposal reviewers.
2025 Summit Programming
Monday, Oct. 27
Community Tours and Nonprofit Site Visits
Reception
Tuesday, Oct. 28
Keynote and Panels
Workshops and Training Sessions
Networking Exhibit Hall
Wednesday, Oct. 29
Workshops and Training Sessions
National Awards
Our Success is Created Through Partnerships
We rely on generous sponsorship support to bring leaders from across the sector together. We look forward to working with you to create a partnership package that fits your needs and budget.
Email us at sponsorship@independentsector.org to learn more.
