Events
We’re stronger together. That’s why Independent Sector focuses on building community among the individuals and organizations that are dedicated to a healthy, equitable society for all. Our events, including our national summit, are designed to build connections, share knowledge, and nurture leadership. Join us and changemakers from around our nation.
September 2026 Monthly Policy Update
Webinar | Thursday, September 24, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM ET
Our Monthly Policy Update returns on Thursday, September 24, at 2:00 PM ET. In this session, we will explore how Independent Sector research is laying the groundwork for the Center of Excellence on the Nonprofit Workforce. We will discuss key challenges and opportunities currently facing the nonprofit workforce, share insights on our existing and forthcoming publications and resources and highlight actionable ways to get more involved with Independent Sector on workforce issues.
Note: This webinar is exclusive to Independent Sector members. Learn more about joining our community.
Volunteers in Context: Findings from the 2026 Nonprofit Workforce Survey
Webinar | Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM ET
Join Independent Sector for a lively discussion on findings from the Nonprofit Sector Workforce Survey and what they reveal about volunteerism and organizational practice. This conversation will explore how nonprofits understand, engage, and support volunteers, and why the way we talk about volunteering matters.
Independent Sector’s National Summit 2026
In Phoenix, AZ | October 13-16, 2026
Independent Sector’s National Summit 2026 will bring together nonprofit, philanthropic, and corporate giving professionals from across the country to imagine — and build — a better future together. Our theme, The Future We Build Together, emphasizes co-creation, shared leadership, and collective momentum. It recognizes that when organizations across the charitable sector unite, we advance equity, resilience, and lasting change.
15th Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits
Virtual | Friday, February 19, 2027
The Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits brings together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore key questions and issues related to public policy affecting nonprofits and philanthropy. The 2027 symposium will explore how organizations and the charitable sector as a whole are weathering current challenges.
Co-hosted with the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA) and Nonprofit Policy Forum.
