Recent Past Events

Economic Opportunity: Welfare Square, Salt Lake City

November 30 - December 01, 2011

The Philanthropy Roundtable finished our year-long celebration of Economic Opportunity landmarks at Salt Lake City’s Welfare Square. The programs provided through Welfare Square exemplify opportunity, thrift, and generosity to those in need. In the true spirit of those pioneers who settled in the American West, Welfare Square is at the heart of self-reliance.

2011 Annual Meeting

October 27 - October 29, 2011

The 20th Annual Meeting of The Philanthropy Roundtable in Scottsdale, Arizona, brought together some of our nation’s brightest minds and most inspiring leaders to explore how your private independent giving can—and does—solve America’s greatest challenges.

Public Policy Conference

October 26 - October 27, 2011

The Philanthropy Roundtable recently hosted a special pre-Annual Meeting program in Scottsdale, Arizona, October 26-27, “Policy Battles in the States: How Donors Can Make a Difference.” Organized for The Philanthropy Roundtable by the State Policy Network, the program explored policy developments in the states, connected donors with cutting-edge, state-focused investment strategies and highlighted exciting innovations in public policy.

Technology & the Shift to Student-Centric Learning

October 12, 2011

For years we’ve wondered if technology had the ability to transform America’s schools. Now, it no longer seems a question of if, but rather a matter of how, when, and with what focus this inevitable shift will occur. K-12 education donors and investors met in San Francisco for a discussion on current trends and funding strategies.

Economic Opportunity Road Tour: Cincinnati Works

October 04 - October 05, 2011

Cincinnati Works has stepped into the gap in Ohio, helping the chronically unemployed obtain—and retain—jobs.