EVENTS & PROGRAMS
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We believe exposure to innovation, collaboration with peers, and constructive debate propel us personally and in our grantmaking. To achieve this, our thought-provoking and constructive events address major shifts impacting the fields of education and philanthropy right now.
Supporting STEM teachers: Insights from the Noyce program
A robust supply of quality teachers is necessary to ensure students have access to strong STEM instruction in K-12 schools. Unfortunately, the teacher pipeline shows worrisome signs about the supply of new teachers entering the workforce. At the same time, schools have increased demands for STEM instruction, resulting in acute staffing challenges in these fields. The Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship...
How Can Early College Savings Programs Improve College Access and Success?
Early wealth building programs, including Children’s Savings Accounts (CSAs), 529 plans, and other early college savings initiatives have gained traction in recent years as a tool for accelerating economic mobility, improving college-going identity, and increasing postsecondary enrollment—particularly for students from low-income backgrounds. Join us to learn how these programs align with National College Attainment Network (NCAN) members’ postsecondary access and...
Out-of-School Time Funder Meetup: March 2026
Join the EdFunders Out-of-School Time Impact Group for an ongoing conversation with Grantmakers for Education members who fund or are interested in funding the out-of-school time sector. March 3: 30-minute funder drop-in for connection and updates.
Dream, Dare, Do: NAA26
Celebrate yourself and your peers at the NAA 2026 Convention, taking place March 11–14, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. Learn & Connect: As the field navigates change and uncertainty, NAA26 offers more than professional development. It’s a space to recharge, reconnect, and reaffirm your purpose. Gain practical tools and strategies while building relationships...
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Our full archive of past events gives you the opportunity to revisit two years’ worth of annual conferences and programs. With so much information preserved on file, you can access the exclusive and exact information you need, any time you need it.
