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Ignited together.
Grantmakers for Education founders and key players share how GFE helps funders ignite bold, imaginative solutions in education philanthropy, now and into the future.
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Stay in the know.
Find resources and events that support education philanthropy's strategy and management of the federal administration's proposed changes and policy updates.
From the Board: Upcoming Membership Dues Adjustment
Economic Vitality and Education in the South, Part II: Projections for a Post-Pandemic South
The Southern Education Foundation has released Economic Vitality and Education in the South, Part II: Projections for a Post-Pandemic South (EVES II). The report examines what may become a defining line in American education: the COVID-19 pandemic and the era that followed.
A Special Message from Grantmakers for Education
This is a defining moment for education that calls for staying at the table. It's time to show up in ways that reflect the gravity—and possibility—of this moment.
Policy Changes Affecting Education and Philanthropy: Resources and Events
Find EdFunders and partner resources and events here that support education philanthropy's strategy around and management of changes from the federal administration and ongoing policy updates.
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Grantmakers for Education 2026 Annual Conference
Early bird registration ends August 3 for the 2026 Grantmakers for Education Annual Conference. Don't miss your chance for the best rates and limited-access events!
Out-of-School Time Funder Meetup: August 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. August 4 – Approaches to Evaluation: Discussion
Building Belonging for Boys of Color: What Boys Need to Thrive and What We Can Do
As loneliness among young people reaches historic levels, boys of color often experience unique barriers to belonging, emotional connection, and authentic relationships. Join us to explore what research and practice teach us about the relationships, communities, and conditions that support boys of color to thrive — and gain practical insights into how philanthropy and stakeholders […]