Combatting Hunger and Food InsecurityVirtual RoundtableWednesday, September 9, 20263:00pm – 4:00pm ET AboutHunger remains one of the most persistent and visible challenges facing communities across the U.S. Rising costs, strained safety nets, and uneven access to nutritious food are leaving individuals and families at risk. In conjunction with National Hunger Action Month, this roundtable will bring […]
The ROI of MentorshipBraintrustThursday, September 10, 202612:00pm – 1:00pm ET AboutThis NationSwell Braintrust will convene cross-sector leaders to explore what it would take to establish mentorship as a recognized leadership capability and build a credentialed, scalable, and investable system that creates value for both companies and the next generation of talent. Grounded in iMentor's 25+ years […]
Preparing for the Midterm ElectionsVirtual RoundtableThursday, September 10, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutThe 2026 midterm elections will take place in a climate of low trust, high polarization, and growing scrutiny of institutions. Many organizations will be looking for ways to support participation without inflaming division, undermining credibility, or crossing legal and reputational lines. NationSwell invites leaders […]
Protecting Land, Sustaining Livelihoods: A Model for Place-Based Conservation & Economic GrowthBraintrustWednesday, September 16, 20264:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutLand conservation offers corporate sustainability leaders, climate-focused philanthropists, and nonprofits a rare opportunity: a climate solution that is both widely popular and an outlet for meaningful community engagement. However, this also requires understanding how to build durable, diversified […]
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 […]
