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Nonprofit conferences: Add these to your 2025 calendar

 
For nonprofit fundraising and marketing conferences on the 2025 calendar, there is no shortage of options. Whether in-person or virtual, we’ve been to many over the years and can definitely say that we’ve found our favorites. From nonprofit leadership to technology, there are conferences for every cause and every role within your organization. If you don’t already have a few of these conferences on your calendar, you’re missing out on some key industry education and networking events.

 

Faith & Fundraising Conference 2025

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

February 9-13, 2025

The annual Faith & Fundraising Conference is returning to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in 2025. Extended conference dates mean more time for networking, learning and relaxation. If you're a faith-based fundraiser looking to grow your mission and learn from like-minded individuals, this a must attend. 

Faith & Fundraising Conference 2025

 

Monthly Giving Summit

Virtual

February 26-27, 2025

The 2025 Monthly Giving Summit theme, "Small Steps, Remarkable Impact: Scaling Monthly Giving with Big Dream Energy," celebrates the power of intentional, small steps that lead to transformative change. This year’s summit will highlight the journeys of nonprofit leaders who have grown their monthly giving programs through consistent, strategic actions. 

Featuring expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and inspiring case studies, you'll gain proven strategies and actionable insights to elevate your program. Join like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and learn how to create remarkable impact with every small step you take.

Monthly Giving Summit 

 

thenonprofitmarketingsummit-1The Nonprofit Marketing Summit

Virtual

March 4-6, 2025

Join over 25,000 nonprofit professionals in 75 group sessions in this virtual leadership summit. This event will focus on creating radical change in the nonprofit industry with new digital strategies and resources. The best part? This online summit is completely FREE. This year marks the 10th Summit, and the focus will be on exploring the future of nonprofit marketing conferences.

The Nonprofit Marketing Summit

 

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Nonprofit Fundraisers Symposium

Washington, D.C.

March 12-14, 2025

The second annual Nonprofit Fundraisers Symposium is on the books for March in Washington, D.C.! Designed for nonprofit fundraisers and marketers with 10+ years of experience, the symposium promises high-level discussions on the latest innovations and networking opportunities with other fellow senior leaders.

Nonprofit Fundraisers Symposium

 

NTEN-1NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC)

Baltimore, Maryland and Virtual

April 16-18, 2025

The NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference is back with a hybrid conference experience! The premier event for nonprofit technology, NTC brings together the best and brightest nonprofit professionals from across the industry to host more than 150 informative and engaging sessions on a wide range of topics. 

Although registration hasn't officially opened, you can keep an eye on the event page as more information is released in the coming months. 

NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) 

 

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AFP ICON

Seattle, Washington

April 27-29, 2025

Known as the world's No. 1 fundraising conference, AFP ICON brings together thousands of the industries best for three days of educational sessions, training and networking opportunities. Taking place in Seattle this year, the conference will be an unforgettable experience and a must-attend for leaders in the fundraising space. 

Keep an eye on their conference page for more details coming soon.

AFP ICON 

 

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Dallas, Texas

April 29 - May 1, 2025

 

If you're a Christian nonprofit fundraiser, this is the conference for you! The Outcomes Conference, hosted by the Christian Leadership Alliance, is designed for leaders looking to cultivate their personal and professional development. Through dynamic presentations, leadership intensives, workshops, roundtables and more, this three-day gathering is an excellent way to reconnect with peers, expand your network and learn the latest impacting faith-based nonprofit sector. 

Christian Leadership Alliance Outcomes Conference


efg_logo-1Engage for Good Conference

Palm Springs, California 

April 22-24, 2025

The annual Engage for Good Conference is where for-profit and nonprofit changemakers come together to learn and grow. With breakouts designed for marketing, HR and program design professionals, EFG2025 has something for everyone. Stay informed, connected and inspired with programming designed specifically for those in the world of social impact. 

Engage for Good Conference

 

Feeding-America-logo-e1526680555461Feeding America Direct Marketing Fundraising Summit

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

May 13-15, 2025

Feeding America's Direct Marketing Fundraising Summit is the meeting of the minds for food bank fundraising leaders across the country. This conference is a perfect opportunity to network, strengthen relationships, build strategic plans and connect on the latest issues impacting the food bank sector. If you're a development team leader at a Feeding America member organization, this is a must attend. While there's no official page for the conference, you can keep an eye on their website for additional details.

2025 Feeding America Annual Conference

 

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The Collaborative by Classy

Chicago, Illinois

May 14-15, 2025

This two-day conference is built for forward-thinkers and innovators. Promising to uncover ideas and strategies to propel our industry forward, The Collaborative by Classy is the perfect event for anyone looking to advance their fundraising programs in dynamic and meaningful ways. So get registered and ready to head to Chicago for a few days of fun!

The Collaborative by Classy

 

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Citygate Annual Conference and Exposition

Phoenix, Arizona

May 28-31, 2025

Citygate Network knows how to organize an excellent conference. Of course, they cover various education topics (hospitality, strategic thinking, operations, research, etc.), but what's different is how Citygate incorporates their location into the schedule. Every year, Citygate Network will schedule time for attendees to visit local missions, see attractions, and take in the city

Citygate Annual Conference and Exposition

 

4kXfYNuQ_400x400-1Annual Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising Conference

National Harbor, Maryland

July 31 - August 2, 2025

The Annual Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising Conference is attended by thousands of the top fundraisers and marketers in the nation, and is one of the premiere conferences of the year. Bringing together sessions that focus on marketing, fundraising and technology, the 2025 Bridge Conference is an opportunity for collaboration, connection and learning. 

Keep an eye on their event page for more details and registration opportunities coming soon.

Annual Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising Conference

 

TNA-Teal-C-01-LESS-WHITE-1TNPA Leadership Summit

San Diego, California

September 9-12, 2025

This three-day event includes an Advocacy Afternoon, Annual Meeting, Networking Reception and Leadership Summit. Open exclusively to TNPA's commercial and nonprofit members, this conference is targeted at senior leaders who are looking to network with colleagues, strengthen their leadership skills and keep a pulse on the latest legislation impacting the nonprofits space. 

Registration hasn't officially opened yet, so keep an eye on the event page linked below for more information.

TNPA Leadership Summit

 

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Indianapolis, Indiana

September 30- October 2, 2025

The Nonprofit Innovation & Optimization Summit brings together the world's leading digital marketing and fundraising experts under one roof. Known for their research-driven strategies and hands-on training, the NIO Summit is the place to be for anyone looking to take their online fundraising to the next level. 

NIO Summit


 

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The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement Fall Conference

Atlanta, Georgia

November 3-6, 2025

While The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement's Spring Conference is centered on specialties, the Fall Conference is all about high-level leadership training and industry issues. Think big picture views on the latest things impacting the nonprofit fundraising space. 

Although registration hasn't officially opened, you can keep an eye on their events page as more information is released in the coming months. 

AAWA Fall Conference

RKD Group

RKD Group is North America's leading fundraising and marketing services provider to hundreds of nonprofit organizations, including hospitals, social service, disease research, animal welfare, rescue missions, and faith-based charities. RKD Group’s omnichannel approach leverages technology, advanced data science and award-winning strategic and creative leadership to accelerate net revenue growth, build long-term donor relationships and drive online and offline engagements and donations. With a growing team of professionals, RKD Group creates breakthroughs never thought possible.

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