Conference Recaps

2020 Build Better Summit

In partnership with San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation, we brought together leaders from across sectors for a first of its kind virtual summit built to challenge thinking and inspire action. We explored the systems, strategies and resources it takes to build an economy rooted in equity for the San Diego region. Speakers outlined a clear vision of an equitable economy and the policies and approaches to move us there, sharing the values they stand for, the issues and communities they stand with, and the systems they stand up to.

2019 The Power In Philanthropy

This interactive day challenged us to confront the ways unconscious bias and practices of exclusion result in our leaving power and influence on the table; how a lack of awareness of power dynamics can result in harm to the communities we aim to serve; the unique ways power ‘shows up’ within an organization and depending on the seat you occupy; and the responsibility we bear – as individuals, organizations and collective philanthropy – to use power to tackle our most pressing challenges.

2018 Frameworks for Good

Frameworks for Good brought a rousing mix of thought-provoking, practical, and dynamic topics with one major goal – helping funders invest more strategically with increased social impact for the betterment of our region. The day examined existing and future trends in philanthropy, including a field shift to critical key work areas of equity, impact investing and new forms of giving.