Navigating Risk with Your Key StakeholdersVirtual RoundtableWednesday, October 30, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutLawsuits aimed at undermining philanthropic efforts to advance racial justice and equity have pushed questions of “risk” to the forefront of a conversation about funder strategy. Chief among them, “What amount of risk is acceptable to funders who […]
Navigating the Post Election MomentVirtual RoundtableThursday, November 7, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutWe are rapidly approaching what is expected to be a close and contentious general election, one that may surface significant impacts for leaders and organization in the NationSwell community. While we cannot predict the outcome, or the societal ripple […]
Creative Activism: Using Art to Address Social Justice IssuesVirtual RoundtableThursday, December 5. 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAbout The arts have long been a powerful catalyst for social change, serving as both a mirror and a beacon for society. When we engage in a conversation about the arts and their social impact, […]
Funding Models and CollaborativesVirtual RoundtableTuesday, December 10, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutAs philanthropy evolves, funders are increasingly seeking partnerships with peers to amplify and accelerate their impact. While there are various approaches, one emerging trend is funders fundraising from peers in order to advance their specific theory of change and support […]
A Toast to the New Year: Cheers to Our Community and Shaping the Year AheadTuesday, December 17, 20243:00–4:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we approach the end of this year and look toward the year ahead, we’d love to take a moment with you to celebrate, reflect, and connect before 2025 kicks into full gear. We […]
A Toast to the New Year: Cheers to Our Community and Shaping the Year AheadWednesday, December 18, 20241:00–2:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we approach the end of this year and look toward the year ahead, we’d love to take a moment with you to celebrate, reflect, and connect before 2025 kicks into full gear. We […]
A Toast to the New Year: Cheers to Our Community and Shaping the Year AheadJanuary 9, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we approach the end of this year and look toward the year ahead, we’d love to take a moment with you to celebrate, reflect, and connect before 2025 kicks into full gear. We are […]
Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Social Impact Leader in the Year AheadThursday, January 16, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutThe discipline of social impact is evolving quickly, driven by sociopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and stakeholder priorities. As we move into a new year, we will gather to home in on the most urgent trends […]
Collaboration in Action: Supporting Communities Amid LA WildfiresWednesday, January 22, 20251:00–2:00 PM ET // 10:00–11:00 AM PTVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutJoin NationSwell and partners from Team Rubicon and Groundswell for this vital conversation addressing disaster relief in response to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Designed for social impact leaders, this session features a situation briefing, actionable […]
Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Philanthropy Leader in the Year AheadWednesday, January 22, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutPhilanthropic leaders must balance the work of executing on their unique organizational priorities, adapting to evolutions in the field, and innovating toward more impactful models and approaches. As we begin 2025 – a year that is […]
Thriving Economy for All: The Case for ChildcareTuesday, January 28, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we enter a new era of workplace dynamics, the critical issue of childcare support for all workers has become increasingly urgent. And the ongoing childcare crisis in the United States disproportionately affects gig, hourly, part-time, and frontline workers, who often […]
What’s Ahead in Social Impact and AIThursday, January 30, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we step into 2025, AI technologies are primed to drive even greater innovation around societal challenges, from fostering inclusive growth to expanding educational pathways and beyond. But AI is also going to continue raising important ethical questions while carrying the potential […]
Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Social Impact Leader in the Year AheadTuesday, February 4, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutThe discipline of social impact is evolving quickly, driven by sociopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and stakeholder priorities. As we move into a new year, we will gather to home in on the most urgent trends […]
DEI at a Crossroads: Protecting Progress in a New Political RealityWednesday, February 5, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAmong the new administration’s first actions were a handful of executive orders intended to “terminate DEI” in the federal government and the private sector. While those executive orders don’t change existing federal law, they send a strong signal […]
Telling Your Impact Story: Strategies for Effective CommunicationThursday, February 13, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutTelling a compelling impact story is critical to standing out and inspiring action, particularly when confronted with cultural narratives and storylines that seek to undermine the work. Join our virtual roundtable discussion to explore how to craft narratives that resonate, engage, […]
A Thriving Economy for All: Equitable Career PathwaysTuesday, February 18, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutIn an era of rapid economic change and growing inequality, creating equitable career pathways has become a critical challenge for policymakers, educators, and business leaders alike. As we strive to build a thriving economy that benefits all members of society, innovative […]
Impact Imperative: Innovative and Effective Partnership ModelsThursday, February 20, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutPartnerships and collective action are essential for advancing transformational impact. But what are the most effective and boundary-setting approaches to collaboration today? What perspective, strategies, and frameworks are unlocking deep value between organizations and across sectors? Join our virtual roundtable discussion to […]
A Thriving Economy for All: Strategies for Collective Wealth BuildingTuesday, February 25, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs social inequality and economic disparities continue to rise across the United States, there is a pressing need to reverse the trends, transform the economic landscape, and build a foundation for sustainable intergenerational prosperity. Data shows areas of greater […]
Investing in the Next Generation: Youth, Mental Health, and Empowering Emerging LeadersTuesday, March 11, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutThroughout history, young leaders have been critical in driving meaningful impact in key issue areas facing our planet and society. As we look to 2025 and beyond, building power behind this next generation of leaders can be […]
Navigating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in a New EraJoin us for a conversation with Stacey Abrams and other expertsThursday, March 13, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutDEI leaders are currently facing significant challenges due to increasing anti-DEI rhetoric and federal changes, leading to corporate and academic uncertainty and rollbacks. American Pride Rises is dedicated to protecting […]
Impact Imperative: Elevating Innovative and Highly Effective Impact Programs and ModelsThursday, March 20, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutSocial impact and philanthropy leaders are charged with driving sustained impact while adapting to shifting internal priorities, new financial constraints, technological innovation, changing environmental conditions, and other factors. To succeed, they must stay innovative and deeply attuned to […]
NationSwell Quarterly ConnectionsSign up by March 31st to be connected to a fellow NationSwell member. Learn more below.About At NationSwell, we believe in both the power of connection and the magic of serendipity. That's why we're thrilled to introduce NationSwell Quarterly Connections. This unique opt-in activity is designed to bring together our diverse community in […]
Impact x Talent: Updating Talent Development Systems for the Workforce of the FutureVirtual RoundtableThursday, April 3, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutTalent availability, development, retention, and costs are among the top risks for business leaders today. Yet, current talent development systems fail to cultivate the problem-solving and critical skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing work […]
AI Powered Impact: Advancing Mission Delivery with Artificial IntelligenceVirtual RoundtableThursday, April 10, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutThe Generative AI revolution is rapidly transforming our world with massive implications for impact leaders’ work. From internal operations, to grantmaking strategies and emerging risks, keeping up with the breakneck pace of change is challenging for even the most plugged […]
Resilience and Hope in the Impact Sector: What’s Next and How Do We Get There?Virtual RoundtableTuesday, April 15, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutThe social impact sector is driven by an unwavering belief in progress—the idea that through innovation, collaboration, and persistence, we can build a more just and equitable society. But what happens when that belief […]
