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Conferences

GEO conferences educate and inspire action. We recognize that the best learning occurs when innovative grantmakers collaborate with our peers, especially when we are tackling the problems that challenge us the most. This type of knowledge building leads to stronger ideas, changed practice and a community that is empowered to lead change. 

Conferences are our highest rated resource

GEO holds a biennial national conference that attracts 1,000+ grantmakers who are committed to finding ways to make progress and increase our effectiveness. GEO also holds two smaller topical conferences in odd-numbered years, including the Learning Conference.

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2026 National Conference

GEO’s 2026 National Conference, held in partnership with Philanthropy Massachusetts, will bring grantmakers together to explore transforming philanthropic culture and practice through equity-centered learning, actionable tools, bold ideas and deep peer connection.

Upcoming Conferences

2026 National Conference

GEO’s 2026 National Conference, held in partnership with Philanthropy Massachusetts, focuses on Transforming Philanthropic…

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2027 Learning Conference

Save the Date for GEO’s 2027 Learning Conference, from May 25-26, 2027…

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Become a member for early access

GEO members get priority access and discounted registration rates — it’s why so many of our conferences are nearly sold out before they open to nonmembers. Join today to take advantage of these special benefits!

Past Conferences

2025 Learning Conference

**GEO 2025 LEARNING CONFERENCE IS SOLD OUT** GEO’s 2025 Learning Conference, held…

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2024 National Conference

Hosted in partnership with Philanthropy California, GEO’s 2024 National Conference offered grantmakers…

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2023 Learning Conference

Hosted in partnership with Philanthropy DMV (formerly Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers…

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