National Conference

The largest gathering of small foundation leaders

October 7-9, 2012
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
San Francisco, CA

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Take what you have come to expect from ASF: knowledge, skills, and authentic personal and professional connections that engage your head and heart and help you to be effective

Meet a new ASF: a vibrant marketplace for ideas where you are challenged to rethink your assumptions and reaffirm your passions

And mix it all up in the City by the Bay!

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Highlights of the 2012 National Conference

Pride in ownership

With the largest number of small foundation leaders and the broadest range of learning opportunities, the ASF 2012 National Conference is built for you, with you, and by you. Through an enthusiastic response to a “Call for Ideas,” you helped to design the program, with recommendations for sessions, speakers, and activities worth exploring.

Diverse opportunities to learn

We’ve covered the philanthropic landscape with more than 40 concurrent sessions, 9 learning labs, 3 site sessions, and a multitude of informal learning opportunities that build and strengthen core skills, examine advanced topics, and explore leadership and personal fulfillment.

Connections you can use

There are networking opportunities at every turn, from topical grantmaking discussions to social events, a buzzing exhibit hall to outdoor activities. Connect with colleagues and resources that will improve your conference experience and your work long after.

All the Bay Area has to offer

With its dynamic arts community, cutting-edge technology sector, and philanthropic diversity, the San Francisco Bay Area is the perfect backdrop to reenergize and inspire us all.

Join our social media team

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What participants say

“Where else can you find this much passion to change the world in one place?” - Emily Hull-Parsons, The William McCaskey Chapman and Adaline Dinsmore Chapman Foundation, CA

“The ASF conference provided a lot of ideas and inspiration, and an opportunity to network with others involved with foundation work. I really enjoyed (and drew from) the breadth of experience of the participants – founders, staff, investors, advisors, trustees, and up and comings.”
- Anastacia Kampe, The Kampe Foundation, CO

View the 2010 photo album on Flickr and listen to the 15th anniversary song, performed at the 2010 conference by Chip Dolan.