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Find resources and events that support education philanthropy's strategy and management of the federal administration's proposed changes and policy updates.
From the Board: Upcoming Membership Dues Adjustment
2026 IgnitED Awards Nominations
Thank you for your nominations for the 2026 IgnitED Awards. The Grantmakers for Education IgnitED Awards celebrate outstanding leaders who drive bold ideas and innovative thinking in education and philanthropy. Nomination deadline has been extended to July 17.
A Special Message from Grantmakers for Education
This is a defining moment for education that calls for staying at the table. It's time to show up in ways that reflect the gravity—and possibility—of this moment.
Policy Changes Affecting Education and Philanthropy: Resources and Events
Find EdFunders and partner resources and events here that support education philanthropy's strategy around and management of changes from the federal administration and ongoing policy updates.
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Grantmakers for Education 2026 Annual Conference
Registration is open for the 2026 Grantmakers for Education Annual Conference!
A Welcome for New Members 2026
Join fellow new members and EdFunders staff get to know each other, learn about ways to engage and share ideas for the future. RSVP here.
Unlocking Workforce Pell Access
This session will explain the new FAFSA process and outline program eligibility criteria for the new Workforce Pell Grant. This exciting new federal program expands Pell Grant eligibility to short-term job-training programs that have historically been excluded from federal higher education funding. However, programs have to meet a steep new set of requirements if students […]