It’s the time of year when many impact leaders are preparing their 2026 budgets – and their case for sustained or increased funding. Given the climate of persistent economic uncertainty and politicized scrutiny around impact work, NationSwell is bringing leaders together for a practical discussion on the approaches and tactics that they’re using to set themselves up for success next year.

Together we’ll surface best practices, talking points, and novel approaches for making the case for investment, accessing adjacent budgets through deeper business alignment, and navigating stakeholder dynamics with confidence as you begin to gear up for 2026.

To encourage open and candid discussion, this event follows the Chatham House Rule – attendees may share insights from the conversation but cannot attribute statements to specific individuals or organizations. This ensures a trusted space for thoughtful dialogue and deeper insights.