PHILANOS upcoming events

May 2026 Webinar (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Celebrating Philanos and Shaping What's Next
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 12 PM ET

Join us on May 12 for a special Philanos webinar as we come together to celebrate the strength and momentum of our network—and look ahead to the future.

This gathering marks an important moment for Philanos. We’ll introduce our new Board and Governance Committee while recognizing the leadership that continues to guide and grow our collective impact.

We’ll also share updates on our strategic direction, placing Philanos within the broader philanthropic infrastructure and collective giving landscape.

Be Part of the Conversation

This is more than an update—it’s an opportunity to engage.

Participants will join small-group discussions to:

Share challenges and opportunities within your affiliate
Provide input on what you need most from Philanos
Help inform our work to strengthen the affiliate experience

Please come prepared to be on camera and actively participate in small-group discussions.

Looking Ahead

We’ll close with a preview of upcoming events and opportunities to stay connected and engaged across the Philanos network.

Webinar Date/Time: Tuesday, May 12, 12 PM ET

Please Register by Sunday, May 10

Your unique link to join this webinar is emailed separately.

Membership Roundtable 5-19-26 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Membership Roundtable
Eco-Mapping: A Practical Approach for Growing Membership
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 12 PM ET

Join us Tuesday, May 19, 2026 12 PM ET for our next Membership Roundtable.

Discussion topics: If your members feel they’ve already reached their personal networks, this session is for you. Join us to explore eco-mapping—a practical approach that helps your circle move beyond personal networks, discover new connections, and grow membership through a broader, more strategic lens.

All questions are good questions! Bring your membership questions and experience to share with fellow affiliates.

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Comms Club 5-26-26 (Tuesday, May 26, 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Growing Your Reach: Email Strategies to Build and Engage Your List
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 12 PM ET

Join us Tuesday, May 26, 12 PM ET for our next Comms Club: Growing Your Reach: Email Strategies to Build and Engage Your List

Summary:
Email is an essential tool to expand your giving circle’s reach and impact. This Affinity Group will explore practical strategies to move beyond “friends of members,” capture new contacts at every touchpoint, and create compelling reasons for people to join and stay connected. Join us to share what’s working, identify missed opportunities, and build a more intentional approach to email growth and management.

All questions are good questions! Whether they are related to messaging or social media or tools for organizations or improved engagement with members/board/grantees or any organizational comms questions.

Check out the Philanos Affiliate Comms Club resources in our affiliate portal. We have a growing list of communications resources, “PR/Press Toolkits”, and links to recordings from previous discussions.

Philanos 101 6-2-26 (Tuesday, June 02, 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Philanos 101
Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Philanos 101 is more than an orientation-it's an invitation to connect, learn and lead with confidence within a national network of women committed to collective impact.

New to Your Circle's Leadership?
Just Joined Philanos?
Start With Philanos 101!

Stepping into leadership within a giving circle is both exciting and meaningful—and it often comes with questions.

How do you make the most of your Philanos affiliation?
What resources are available to support your role?
And how can you connect with peers across the country who are navigating similar opportunities and challenges?

Philanos 101 is designed to answer those questions and more

All affiliate members are welcome - new and seasoned colleagues.

Send any questions ahead of time, ae@philnaos.org and we'll be sure to get them answered.

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Young Philanthropist 6-18-26 (Thursday, June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Philanos Young Philanthropist Affinity Group Meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2026

Discussion topics coming soon.

All questions are good questions! Whether your circle has a YP program, is starting a new program or reviving a past program, bring your questions and ideas.

Grantmakers 6-23-26 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Grantmakers
Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Join Philanos' latest affinity group - Grantmakers!

We will continue our conversations - Discussion Topics Coming Soon

All questions are good questions!

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Membership Roundtable 7-21-26 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Membership Roundtable
Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Join us Tuesday, July 21, 2026 12 PM ET for our next Membership Roundtable.

Discussion topics coming soon.

All questions are good questions! Bring your membership questions and experience to share with fellow affiliates.

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Comms Club 7-28-26 (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Join us Tuesday, July 28, 12 PM ET for our next Comms Club.

Discussion topics coming soon!

Grantmakers 8-18-26 (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Grantmakers
Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Join Philanos' latest affinity group - Grantmakers!

We will continue our conversations - Discussion Topics Coming Soon

All questions are good questions!

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Membership Roundtable 9-15-26 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Membership Roundtable
Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Join us Tuesday, September 15, 2026 12 PM ET for our next Membership Roundtable.

Discussion topics coming soon.

All questions are good questions! Bring your membership questions and experience to share with fellow affiliates.

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Comms Club 9-22-26 (Tuesday, September 22, 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Join us Tuesday, September 22, 12 PM ET for our next Comms Club.

Discussion topics coming soon!

Grantmakers 10-20-26 (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Grantmakers
Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Join Philanos' latest affinity group - Grantmakers!

We will continue our conversations - Discussion Topics Coming Soon

All questions are good questions!

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Young Philanthropist 10-22-26 (Thursday, October 22, 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Philanos Young Philanthropist Affinity Group Meeting
Thursday, October 22, 2026

Discussion topics coming soon.

All questions are good questions! Whether your circle has a YP program, is starting a new program or reviving a past program, bring your questions and ideas.

Philanos 101 10-27-26 (Tuesday, October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Philanos 101
Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Join Philanos Affiliate Engagement leaders in a discussion on all things Philanos.

Who is Philanos?
What do we do?
What resources are available to my circle?
How do I access these resources?
Are you a new leader?
Have you changed committees?
Are you a new member of your circle?
Would you like to enhance member growth within your circle?

All affiliate members are welcome - new and seasoned colleagues.

Send any questions ahead of time, ae@philnaos.org and we'll be sure to get them answered.

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Membership Roundtable 11-17-26 (Tuesday, November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Membership Roundtable
Tuesday, November 17, 2026

Join us Tuesday, November 17, 2026 12 PM ET for our next Membership Roundtable.

Discussion topics coming soon.

All questions are good questions! Bring your membership questions and experience to share with fellow affiliates.

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

Comms Club 12-1-26 (Tuesday, December 01, 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Join us Tuesday, December 1, 12 PM ET for our next Comms Club.

Discussion topics coming soon!

Grantmakers 12-8-26 (Tuesday, December 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Grantmakers
Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Join Philanos' latest affinity group - Grantmakers!

We will continue our conversations - Discussion Topics Coming Soon

All questions are good questions!

Check out the other Philanos Affinity Groups on our website and resources in our affiliate portal.

PHILANOS upcoming events

May 2026 Webinar (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)

Membership Roundtable 5-19-26 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)

Membership Roundtable Eco-Mapping: A Practical Approach for Growing Membership Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 12 PM ET

Comms Club 5-26-26 (Tuesday, May 26, 2026)

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting Growing Your Reach: Email Strategies to Build and Engage Your List Tuesday, May 26, 2026 12 PM ET

Philanos 101 6-2-26 (Tuesday, June 02, 2026)

Philanos 101 Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Young Philanthropist 6-18-26 (Thursday, June 18, 2026)

Philanos Young Philanthropist Affinity Group Meeting Thursday, June 18, 2026

Grantmakers 6-23-26 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)

Grantmakers Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Membership Roundtable 7-21-26 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)

Membership Roundtable Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Comms Club 7-28-26 (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Grantmakers 8-18-26 (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)

Grantmakers Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Membership Roundtable 9-15-26 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)

Membership Roundtable Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Comms Club 9-22-26 (Tuesday, September 22, 2026)

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Grantmakers 10-20-26 (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)

Grantmakers Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Young Philanthropist 10-22-26 (Thursday, October 22, 2026)

Philanos Young Philanthropist Affinity Group Meeting Thursday, October 22, 2026

Philanos 101 10-27-26 (Tuesday, October 27, 2026)

Philanos 101 Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Membership Roundtable 11-17-26 (Tuesday, November 17, 2026)

Membership Roundtable Tuesday, November 17, 2026

Comms Club 12-1-26 (Tuesday, December 01, 2026)

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Grantmakers 12-8-26 (Tuesday, December 08, 2026)

Grantmakers Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Membership Roundtable
Eco-Mapping: A Practical Approach for Growing Membership
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 12 PM ET

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Growing Your Reach: Email Strategies to Build and Engage Your List
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 12 PM ET

Philanos 101
Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Philanos Young Philanthropist Affinity Group Meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2026

Grantmakers
Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Membership Roundtable
Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Grantmakers
Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Membership Roundtable
Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Grantmakers
Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Philanos Young Philanthropist Affinity Group Meeting
Thursday, October 22, 2026

Philanos 101
Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Membership Roundtable
Tuesday, November 17, 2026

Philanos Comms Club Affinity Group Meeting
Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Grantmakers
Tuesday, December 8, 2026