WID Forum

Are you looking for a professional development experience that is rich in content and provides great networking opportunities? Join us for The WID Forum to participate in one of three diverse breakout sessions, as well as hear from our distinguished keynote panel on the topic of collaborative giving and philanthropy circles.

UNICEF USA

125 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038 

Whether you are a WID member or thinking of joining WID, please come and bring a guest!  

Light Hors D'oeuvres and Refreshments Provided

For security reasons, tickets are not transferable, and onsite registration will not be available

Keynote Fireside Chat

Giving Together: The Rise of Collaborative Philanthropy

This session provides an overview of the collaborative philanthropy landscape, outlining core models such as pooled funds, giving circles, learning networks, and funder collaboratives. Panelists will discuss the strategic rationale for collaboration, the advantages of shared resources and learning, and important considerations related to structure, participation, and alignment. The conversation will offer a clear framework for understanding collaborative giving and practical guidance for donors evaluating whether and how to participate.

• ● Adrienne Hart, Head of Philanthropy at Rockefeller Capital Management
• ●  Andine Sutarjadi, Senior Director at 21/64, Steering Committee Member, Asian Women Giving Circle

Forum Breakout Workshops

(Please select your top choice and an alternate):

1. 1. 1. Building Trust with a New Team

   2. Liz Freirich, NY Director of Development, The Nature Conservancy 

   1. 2. Engaging the Next Generation of Donors

   2. Jessica Gorman, Senior Vice President, CCS Fundraising

   3. Sarah Lacz, Vice President of Advancement, St. Peter’s Prep 

   1. 3. Let’s Connect: How Marketing & Communications Drive Fundraising

   2. • Sarah Schwed, Senior Director of Communications, YAI
      • Leah Christenson, Director of Communications, The Town School
      • Emily R. Miller, Director of Development and Communications, Teens for Food Justice    

Keynote and Breakout Session Speakers Bios

Keynote and Breakout Session Descriptions

Forum Schedule

5:00 p.m. Registration and Networking

5:30 p.m. Welcome Remarks

5:40 p.m. Breakout Sessions

6:35 p.m. Job Listing Announcements

6:40 p.m. Keynote Fireside Chat

7:30 p.m. Forum Concludes