AI-Enabled Impact Measurement Reporting and StorytellingVirtual RoundtableTuesday, September 29, 202612:00pm – 1:00pm ET AboutAI is starting to reshape how impact teams collect data, generate insights, and communicate results. But most leaders are still figuring out where inside of these goals AI adds value versus where it introduces unnecessary risks or uncertainties. In this roundtable, NationSwell will […]
How Teams Are Using AI to Drive Operational EfficienciesBraintrustWednesday, September 30, 20262:00pm – 3:00pm ET AboutAcross sectors, AI is rapidly changing how organizations operate, and impact, CSR, and sustainability teams are navigating that shift in real time. Some are finding new efficiencies in reporting, workflows, and stakeholder communications. Others are working through hard questions about implementation, […]
Alternative Financing Models for Workforce Development InitiativesVirtual RoundtableThursday, October 1, 20262:00pm – 3:00pm ET AboutAlternative financing models could reshape how workforce development gets funded, but implementing them well requires navigating trade-offs in structure, risk, and measurement. Leaders considering these approaches often have more questions than answers about how to structure agreements, define success, and manage risk […]
Measuring Impact: Getting to the Level of OutcomesVirtual RoundtableTuesday, October 6, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET AboutMost impact teams and organizations can report on outputs, but measuring what actually changes for people further downstream remains a harder and more valuable challenge. Doing this well often means rethinking data infrastructure, timelines, and how success gets defined and communicated […]
How Funders Can Define Their Appetite for RiskVirtual RoundtableWednesday, October 7, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutEvery funder has some tolerance for risk in their grantmaking, but not all have made that tolerance explicit or brought their board along in defining it. That ambiguity can slow decision-making, create friction with grantees, and leave staff guessing at what […]
The Future of Signature Programs: Rethinking Flagship Giving StrategiesBraintrustWednesday, October 14, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutAs corporate giving strategies evolve, many organizations are reassessing whether a signature program is still the right vehicle for impact. Should a flagship initiative continue, evolve, or give way to a broader portfolio approach? And how do you weigh external thought […]
Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Community HealthThursday, October 15, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET RoundtableAboutThe community health workforce is one of the most cost-effective levers we have for improving health outcomes, yet demand for these workers continues to outpace supply. From training pipelines to new funding structures, a range of models are emerging to close that gap, but […]
Building Regional Coalitions for Lasting Change Virtual RoundtableWednesday, November 4, 202612:00pm – 1:00pm ET AboutPlace-based collective action is one of the most powerful — and most challenging — ways to drive lasting change in a region. Leaders working to build and sustain regional coalitions constantly navigate hard questions: How do you align diverse stakeholders around a […]
Driving AI Adoption: What's Working Best for Impact TeamsThursday, November 5, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET RoundtableAboutMost impact teams and organizations are under pressure to figure out AI, but few have cracked how to drive widespread and deep adoption across their teams. The barriers are rarely about the technology itself—more often it's staff hesitation, unclear use cases, […]
Mid-Term Elections: Processing Impacts and the Way ForwardTuesday, November 10, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET RoundtableAboutIn the days following the 2026 midterms, impact leaders will be making sense of what the results mean for their work and their leadership in the months ahead. Shifts in political leadership can carry significant consequences for funding priorities, policy environments, and […]
ERGs in a Shifting Environment: A Braintrust on Structure, Participation, and Shared OwnershipBraintrustThursday, November 12, 202612:00pm – 1:00pm ET AboutERG and colleague engagement leaders have a lot being asked of them right now. The environment has shifted for many — some organizations have restructured, scaled back, or are rebuilding entirely — and even where programs are […]
Leader Briefing: Q4 Social Impact TrendsVirtual RoundtableTuesday, November 17, 20261:00pm – 1:30pm ET AboutEach quarter NationSwell tracks the most important trends, shifts, and moments shaping the social impact space. Before we publish our Q4 findings, join us for a 30-minute virtual briefing from a leader on our Insights team who will walk through what we’re tracking […]
Bold Approaches to Storytelling and Audience EngagementTuesday, November 17, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET RoundtableAboutNationSwell and the Collective Wealth Collaborative will debut a new web-based game designed to bring collective wealth solutions to life for young audiences—and use it as a jumping-off point for a wider conversation on creative storytelling. As traditional channels struggle to cut through, […]
From Local Innovation to National Insight: PIERCE COUNTY RESILIENCY HUBBraintrustThursday, November 19, 20261:00pm – 2:00pm ET AboutAs communities across the country navigate increasing complexity, from economic volatility to climate-related disruptions, the need for real-time, locally grounded data and coordinated response has never been greater. In this NationSwell Braintrust, we’ll explore how the Resiliency Hub in Pierce […]
How Funders Can Co-Invest in Ways that Work and LastWednesday, December 2, 20262:00pm – 3:00pm ET RoundtableAbout Co-funding arrangements can multiply impact, but getting the structure, governance, and expectations right between partners is often where these efforts break down. Misaligned incentives, unclear decision rights, and differing reporting expectations can quietly undermine even well-intentioned partnerships. This roundtable […]
Changing Lives Through the Power of Sport Tuesday, December 8, 2026 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET Roundtable About Sport is increasingly recognized as a powerful vehicle for improving health, building community connection, developing leadership skills, and more – particularly among young people. Yet turning that potential into consistent, measurable results requires intentional program design and a […]
NationSwell End-of-Year ToastWednesday, December 9, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET RoundtableAbout As 2026 comes to a close, join fellow NationSwell members to reflect on the year, celebrate what we’ve accomplished together, and raise a glass to the road ahead. We’ll share individual successes and highlight the collaborations and partnerships that inspired us most — celebrating the power […]
What We Can Do to Strengthen and Protect DemocracyThursday, December 10, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET RoundtableAbout Preserving and strengthening American democracy over the long term requires sustained investment in the institutions, norms, and civic infrastructure that undergird our processes and systems. We must look past individual election cycles to identify where vulnerabilities and opportunities exist, and […]
Latino Leaders Working GroupWorking GroupTuesday, December 15, 20262:00pm – 3:00pm ET AboutA safe space for Hispanic and Latino leaders to connect, celebrate their strengths, and share practical strategies for advancing leadership, equity, and community impact. Together, we’ll create a cross-sectoral alliance that uplifts, empowers, and inspires. To encourage open and candid discussion, this event follows the […]
NationSwell End-of-Year ToastWednesday, December 16, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET RoundtableAbout As 2026 comes to a close, join fellow NationSwell members to reflect on the year, celebrate what we’ve accomplished together, and raise a glass to the road ahead. We’ll share individual successes and highlight the collaborations and partnerships that inspired us most — celebrating the power […]
