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.

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.

  • NCFP: Social Impact Strategies: Intersectionality of Systems

    Wisconsin Philanthropy Network is excited to spotlight this session as part of a 2024 Fundamentals of Family Philanthropy Webinar series hosted by the National Center for Family Philanthropy. How can philanthropic […]

  • 2026 Grantmaking Fundamentals Series

    First & Third Tuesday of Each Month Grantmaking Fundamentals Series Helping those who are new or those wanting to update their skills in philanthropy.Series Summary Wisconsin Philanthropy Network’s Grantmaking Fundamentals […]

    Get Tickets $350.00 – $450.00
  • Session 2: Inside the Grantmaking Process

    This session will guide participants through the full cycle of a grant, from inquiry to reporting, with a focus on how to integrate diligence best practices at each step. We’ll […]

    Get Tickets $75.00 – $100.00

“WPN Roundtables are a valuable outlet for sharing challenges, best practices, and innovative solutions with colleagues from across the state. I participate in both the corporate funders roundtable and the education funders roundtable, and I always leave those conversations with new perspectives and renewed energy for the work.”

— Thomas Rosenthal | Assistant Director, Northwestern Mutual Foundation