Dec. 8 -- "Building Trust" ... the Center on Philanthropy's annual symposium

In these challenging economic times, building and sustaining trust is more important than ever before. National leaders, scholars, and professionals come together for a one-day symposium to learn how nonprofits can cultivate trust, connect with donors and partners, and continue to make an impact.

When: Tuesday December 8, 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Where: IUPUI call (317) 278-8932 for details

At the 2009 symposium, you will:

• Learn about the latest Center on Philanthropy research and how you can put it into practice
• Hear how partnerships forged in challenging times yielded impressive results
• Examine how the business, government, and nonprofits can collaborate
• Celebrate two accomplished fundraising professionals and two exceptional nonprofits
• Be inspired in a lecture by Paul Brest, president of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation

See the full agenda.

The whole day is pricy, and space is limited ... Sign up online. Registration costs $250 per person beginning November 8.

An important part of the symposium is free and open to the public:

Indiana Achievement Awards Reception, Ceremony, and Donikian Family Lecture

3:30–6:30 p.m.

This session is complimentary and open to the public, but please register in advance.

Reception

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Indiana Achievement Awards Ceremony and Donikian Family Lecture

4:30–6:30 p.m.

Paul Brest, president of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, will give the Donikian Family Lecture. Co-author of Money Well Spent: A Strategic Plan for Smart Philanthropy, he challenges the nonprofit sector to become more strategic and to create meaningful, measurable impact.