Community foundations play a unique role in their communities and the work is constantly evolving. This conference brings together board members, staff, and volunteers from small to mid-sized foundations to share ideas, explore practical strategies, and learn from peers facing many of the same opportunities and challenges. You’ll leave with new tools, fresh perspective, and connections that can support your foundation’s work long after the conference ends.
With a full lineup of expert speakers, breakout sessions, and interactive discussions, you’ll gain practical insights and fresh ideas to take back to your organization. Past conferences have included over fifteen breakout sessions, keynote presentations, and numerous networking opportunities. Attendees consistently leave energized, informed, and ready to make a greater impact in their communities.
Registration Details
Individual Registration – $299
Free for All Current CG Partner Foundation Board and Staff Members.
Accommodations
Hilton Garden Inn St. Cloud || 550 Division Street, Waite Park, MN || 320-640-7990
For the room block, click here or contact the hotel and ask for group code 90C.
Residence Inn St. Cloud || 450 Division Street, Waite Park, MN || 320-640-0200
Conference Schedule
Wednesday, April 22nd
11:00am: Registration Opens
12:00pm: Lunch
12:45pm: Keynote Speaker
2:00-3:00pm: Session Block
3:15-4:15pm: Session Block
4:30-7:00pm: Networking & Happy Hour with Appetizers and Cash Bar
Thursday, April 23rd
7:45-8:30am: Breakfast/Networking
8:30-9:30am: Keynote Speaker
9:45-10:45am: Session Block
11:00am-12:00pm: Session Block
12:00-12:45pm: Lunch/Networking
12:45-1:45pm: Keynote Speaker
2:00-5:00pm: CFLeads Session (Be sure to indicate you are attending this additional educational opportunity during registration)
To view the entire schedule, click here.
Plenary Sessions
Breakout Sessions
Sessions that will be offered include the following:
- Impact Investing: Our Journey from Wall Street to Main Street
- Looking the Gift Horse in the Mouth: Best Practices for Effective Gift Management
- Are We Funding Division or Multiplication?
- Building Capacity of Rural Community Foundations
- Supporting Individuals: Emergency Assistance Funds
CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL OF THE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS
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CFLeads Session – Thursday, April 23rd – 2:00-5:00pm
This is an additional educational opportunity that follows the EmpowerCF Conference. Please indicate your interest to attend this when you register for the conference. Participants in this session are eligible to receive a travel stipend from CFLeads. More information will be available upon registration.
