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Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations – 2025 | Wichita Regency Hyatt, Wichita, Kansas
Get ready to join community foundation peers from across the country for the 2025 Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations — a dynamic experience designed to inspire, connect, and strengthen community philanthropy.
Held at the Hyatt Regency Wichita, a new venue for the conference, this year marks the 10th anniversary of its evolution as a truly national gathering. Tailored especially for small to medium-sized and rural community foundations, the event offers practical tools, relevant strategies, and peer connections grounded in the realities of your work.
With unmatched learning, unique experiences, and meaningful connections, this is the must-attend conference for community foundation professionals. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store:
Powerful Plenaries
- "Yes, And…" with Four Day Weekend – Explore the power of improvisation to drive collaboration and creative leadership. (Sponsored by Community Heart & Soul)
- "What I Wish I Knew" – A candid panel of seasoned community foundation leaders sharing lessons learned.
- "Actions Speak Louder Than Words - Understanding Nonverbal Communication" with Jan Hargrave – Learn how body language shapes trust, leadership, and relationships.
Unmatched Learning Opportunities
Expect inspiring plenaries, 46 breakout sessions, deep dives, and energizing special events. Highlights include:
- A powerful pre-conference site visit: Elevate and Revolutionize Generosity — designed and sponsored by the Wichita Foundation
- A fiery welcome reception at the Wichita Boathouse featuring Phlox, fire performers in a riverside setting, plus a great chance to network with peers
- New to the field? Don’t miss the CF Basics track — tailored sessions designed specifically for board or staff who are just getting started in community foundations
- Screening of the two-time Emmy-nominated documentary Join or Die by Robert Putnam
- Known as "the best brain break ever" - Therapy dogs on Thursday (Sponsored by Foundant Technologies)
- Free professional headshots on Friday with Erin Ninehouser (Sponsored by Community Heart & Soul)
Whether you're new to the field or a long-time leader, this is your space to connect, share, and grow.