Where Experienced Nonprofit Leaders Shape the Future of Fundraising

March 25–27, 2026 | Washington, D.C.

A three-day gathering for senior fundraising and marketing professionals ready to master AI, protect revenue, strengthen donor trust, and build resilient strategies for what’s coming next.

For nonprofit leaders with 10+ years of experience who want to Aspire. Adapt. Advance.

Heres how our service works:

What is the Symposium?

The Symposium is intentionally designed for fundraising and marketing professionals with 10+ years of experience who are looking for more than surface-level sessions.

Now in its 4th year, this event focuses on practical innovation and strategic depth, like:

AI insights you can actually use
Frameworks that sharpen decision-making
Donor-trust strategies that protect your revenue
Solutions vetted by people who do what you do every day

If you’re looking for actionable learning, candid conversations, and a community of peers who understand your challenges, this is where you belong.

Why Attend the Symposium?

ASPIRE

Envision bold possibilities for the future of fundraising and discover what’s possible when mission and imagination meet.

ADAPT

Embrace new perspectives and approaches that empower you to thrive amid constant change and disruption.

ADVANCE

Harness fresh insights and connections to propel your organization toward lasting impact.

The Symposium was built exclusively for seasoned nonprofit leaders who want to move from crisis management to confident, future-ready strategy execution.

Secure Your Spot

Both DMAW and TNPA members are elligible for the member rate.

Nonprofit Member

$599Best Value Rate*

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Corporate Member

$999Best Value Rate*

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Nonprofit

$799Best Value Rate*

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Corporate

$1,199Best Value Rate*

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*Best Value Rate ends on Saturday, December 6

What You'll Gain at the Symposium

AI Mastery Made Practical: Learn how to integrate AI tools and workflows that save time, strengthen donor engagement, and safeguard your program
Future-Ready Fundraising Strategies: Discover cutting-edge approaches in donor trust, revenue diversification, risk management, and innovation.
Connections That Strengthen Your Leadership: Join a community of 300 seasoned nonprofit professionals who understand your challenges and share solutions that work.
Actionable Tools You Can Use Immediately: Walk away with templates, playbooks, and frameworks tested by top nonprofit leaders.
Renewed Clarity & Confidence: Step out of the day-to-day grind to think boldly, solve real problems, and elevate your impact.