Our Upcoming Events
WPN events are designed to spark learning, connection, and collaboration among Wisconsin’s philanthropic leaders. Our programs are tailored for members—offering timely insights, peer exchange, and practical tools to support your work.
Member Orientation Events
Whether you’re a new partner or reconnecting as an existing member. Join us to discover how to make the most of your investment and connect with Wisconsin’s philanthropic community.
First & Third Tuesday of Each Month
Grantmaking Fundamentals Series
This series is designed to help those who are new to philanthropy—or those wanting to update their skills—gain confidence in the essentials of effective grantmaking.
Events
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NCFP: Sustainability and Resilience in Family Philanthropy
Join us to explore what it takes not only to give, but to endure—avoiding burnout, nurturing wellness, and maintaining accountability. By emphasizing relationships and learning, this session will surface how […]
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Member Orientation: September 2026
Virtual EventThis session is designed to provide an overview of the organization, welcome new and existing partners, and provide an overview of benefits making the most of your investment. _______________ All […]
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NCFP: Collaboration and Learning for Community-Driven Change
What does it look like when a philanthropic family commits—seriously and over decades—to both audacious risk-taking and genuine community ownership of neighborhood change? This session examines how one family foundation […]
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NCFP: Measuring What Matters: Equity, Impact, and Accountability
How do you measure the impact of your philanthropy? How do you hold yourself accountable to grantees, communities, and future generations—including measuring what funders traditionally don’t measure? And how do […]
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Navigating the 2026 Midwest Grantmaker Salary Benefits and Demographics Report
Virtual EventLooking to attract and retain talent at your foundation? You'll need to know the latest data on salary and benefits to stay competitive. This special members-only webinar covers information in […]
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NCFP: Reflect, Renew, Reimagine
Join us to reflect on 2026 and look ahead to 2027 with curiosity and possibility. Whether your family is contemplating how to evolve existing philanthropic structures or designing new ones […]