America’s 250th birthday invites us to reflect on our rich history, our imperfect progress, and our yet-to-be charted path forward. There is, in this moment, a possibility for greater civic engagement, for better dialogue, and for deeper connection across our differences. The forces seeking to divide us and dim the promise of a better shared future are not insurmountable.

NationSwell’s Q3 Salon series brings together impact leaders from business, philanthropy, and the social sector for intimate, in-person conversations about what it will take to actively build up our sense of common purpose and collective opportunity in the next chapter of America. Across cities throughout the U.S., we’ll explore the solutions, models, and approaches gaining traction – from harnessing digital life and technology to strengthen human bonds, to reimagining service as a pathway to empathy and deeper understanding, to developing new narratives that center our most unifying goals and shared values.

Join us for a conversation grounded in practice and a belief that progress is possible if we lean in together.

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.