ABFE is proud to open nominations for the 2026 James A. Joseph Lecture and Awards—our signature recognition honoring Black leadership and excellence in philanthropy. 👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏽 Each year, we celebrate those whose work exemplifies visionary, responsive, and community-centered philanthropy. We invite you to help us identify the leaders shaping our sector’s future by submitting nominations for the following honors: - 2026 James A. Joseph Lecturer - 2026 Institutional Award for Philanthropic Leadership - 2026 Trailblazer in Philanthropy Award - 2026 Emerging Leader in Philanthropy Award Learn more and access the nomination forms by clicking the link 🔗 in our bio or visit: https://lnkd.in/exiy6wAz Applications Close: Friday, December 19th | 5 p.m. EST The James A. Joseph Lecture and Awards honors the enduring legacy of Ambassador James A. Joseph, ABFE Co-Founder and a distinguished leader whose visionary work helped shape the field of philanthropy. This annual event serves as a tribute to his lifelong commitment to justice, equity, and strengthening Black communities through strategic giving and leadership. (fb)

Join the upcoming Giving Circle Leadership Summit, hosted by The Community Investment Network (@cinphilanthropy) in Philadelphia, PA on October 24–25, 2025. This transformative gathering places community power and innovation at the heart of philanthropy, bringing together donors, grassroots leaders, and nonprofit organizations to exchange ideas, strategies, and resources. Register Now: https://www.thecommunityinvestment.org/event-details/giving-circle-leadership-summit Through three concurrent tracks—Exploration, Strengthening, and Partnership—the Summit offers something for everyone: newcomers can learn how to join or start giving circles, current members can sharpen their impact through peer learning and best practices, and nonprofit leaders can expand networks and cultivate equitable collaborations with donors committed to community wellbeing. (fb)