Giving Innovation Summit 2026: Charitable Giving and Philanthropy in Turbulent Times

Charitable giving and philanthropy have long been central to conceptions of American national identity, understood since the nation’s founding to be vital to the maintenance of a robust civil society and of democratic life. From mutual aid networks to community …
CDFI Innovations in Improving Access to Small-Dollar Credit

For many American households, rising costs of living and stagnating wages may mean a greater need for credit to bridge temporary cash flow gaps or to weather short-term emergencies. But access to affordable credit remains a significant challenge.
To meet …
Using Data to Drive Upward Mobility: Practical Lessons From Communities

Join the Urban Institute’s Upward Mobility Initiative for a virtual workshop focused on how local leaders can use data to better understand community conditions, identify strategic priorities, and advance upward mobility from poverty.
Participants will hear directly from local leaders …
The Evolving Relationship Between Nonprofits and Government: Past, Present, and Future

At a pivotal moment for the nonprofit sector, the Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy (CNP) at the Urban Institute will host the first in a series of 30th-anniversary convenings, beginning with an exploration of the rapidly evolving relationship between government …
Using Data to Inform Strategic Priorities in Your Community

To expand opportunity and well-being for residents, local leaders need the right data and the skills to put the data into action. This session will help participants identify the most relevant data sources to understand their community’s upward mobility challenges …
Using the Mobility Metrics: A Data-Driven Workshop for Local Leaders

Join us for a virtual workshop featuring experts from the Urban Institute’s Upward Mobility Initiative. This session provides a deeper dive into the practical application of the Mobility Metrics and how they can be used to drive positive change within …