Past Events

Join MCF for an immersive day-long workshop designed to equip you with essential knowledge and skills about the field of philanthropy

Join us for an inspiring and timely conversation with McKnight President Tonya Allen and Christo Brand, who was Nelson Mandela's prison guard and later became his close friend.

Take time with your peers and CECP to understand the latest data about corporate giving and corporate purpose. 

This gathering continues our commitment to creating intentional, supportive spaces for people of color and LGBTQ+ professionals in philanthropy. Join us in shaping what comes next.

Anyone working in philanthropy is invited to join this workshop to examine the history of institutional giving in the U.S., and reflect on on who we are, where we come from and the traditions that we follow.

Please join Grantmakers in the Arts’ president Eddie Torres as he facilitates a discussion with you about Minnesota’s cultural community, funding community and the opportunity to tell the nation about what makes visiting and investing in Minnesota a special opportunity. 

Join MCF and partners from Lathrop GPM for a quick dive into legal and governance basics for foundations. 

The Midwest Independent Community Foundations Network is meant for senior staff and board leaders at small to mid-size independent community foundations that are geographically focused.