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Event Calendar

Upcoming NEID Global Events

JULY

24 | Supporting Refugees in the Current Context (Virtual)

SEPTEMBER

18-19 | Innovations in International Philanthropy Symposium, presented in collaboration with The Philanthropic Initiative (Cambridge, MA)

19 | Building Trust in American Institutions Giving Circle (3 of 4 - In-Person at the Symposium)

22 | Women & Girls Affinity Group - Session 4 (Virtual)

24-25 | Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting (New York, special rate for NEID Members)

OCTOBER

9 | Haiti Affinity Group

 

NOVEMBER 

21 | Building Trust in American Institutions Giving Circle (4 of 4 - Virtual)

24 | Women & Girls Affinity Group - Session 5 (Virtual)

Member-Endorsed Events

Rooting in Global Solidarity and Transnational Organizing

August 13, 15, 18, 20 | Virtual

Thousand Currents is pleased to invite the NEID community to join us this August for our upcoming 4-part online learning series titled, Rooting in Global Solidarity and Transnational Organizing. In this series, we will explore why building transnational solidarity and grounding in internationalism is essential in the present global moment of political crisis and rising authoritarianism. We will hear from movement and philanthropic leaders around the world on how they have continued to advance their visions under challenging conditions. See attached flier for more information and register today.

Series Overview 

  • Session 1: Internationalism - August 13th:  8am - 10am PST / 11am -1pm EST 

  • Session 2: Global Movement Responses to Authoritarianism - August 15th:  9am - 11am PST / 12pm - 2pm EST 

  • Session 3: Learnings from Peer Funders - August 18th: 8:30am - 10:30am PST / 11:30am - 1:30pm EST 

  • Session 4: Applying Your Learnings - August 20th 8:30am -10am PST / 11:30am - 1pm EST

This learning series is co-sponsored by Solidaire Network, Panta Rhea Fund, Resource Generation, CLIMA Fund, National Center for Family Philanthropy, and CS Fund.

Endorsed by NEID Member Karen Ansara

 

MSI Reproductive Choices

October 6, 2025 | 12-1:30pm | Back Bay, Boston

Join MSI Reproductive Choices for a lunchtime conversation with Ogechi Onuoha, Director of Program Operations in Nigeria. Ogechi will share firsthand stories from the frontlines of reproductive healthcare in the Global South - highlighting challenges, breakthroughs, and the transformative impact of expanding access. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear directly from a global health leader. RSVP now to alison.smith@msichoices.org.

Hosted by NEID members Kristi Mahoney, Lisa Valone, Emily Nielsen Jones and Karen Ansara

Evening with Ceres

October 6, 2025 | JFK Presidential Library, Boston

This annual fundraiser is a celebration of the bold leadership and collaborative spirit that’s driving solutions to our most pressing sustainability challenges. You’ll be joined by fellow New England investors, executives, policymakers, philanthropists, and social sector leaders for lively networking, a gourmet vegetarian dinner, and a program featuring compelling speakers. Visit the Evening with Ceres website for more details, including ticket purchase information and sponsorship options.

Endorsed by NEID Member Karen Ansara

MIT Solve Challenge Finals

Monday, September 22, 2025 | Apella, 450 E 29th St, New York, NY

Solve Challenge Finals is your front-row seat to the future of innovation for global good, and as a member of the NEID network you’re invited. Held each year during the UN General Assembly and Climate Week, this flagship event unveils MIT Solve’s latest cohort of visionaries—each offering bold, tech-driven solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. Attendees witness live pitches as innovators compete for over $1.5 million in funding to scale their impact.​ But the conversations don’t stop at the pitch. Between sessions, we zoom out to ask the big questions: How can AI empower rather than replace? What does climate justice look like in practice? On stage, world leaders, technologists, and disruptors unpack the systems that need reimagining—and the bold ideas reshaping them. Don’t just watch change happen—help drive it! Register before July 15 to take advantage of early-bird pricing, plus $50 off with coupon code NEIDNETWORK. To secure your seat, complete this form to receive a registration link and enter the coupon code at checkout.

Endorsed by NEID Member Meaghan English

Finding Refuge Together, RefugePoint's 20th Anniversary Celebration| Refugepoint

October 14, 2025 | Museum of Fine Arts Boston

This celebration will spotlight the stories and resilience of refugees alongside the transformative impact of RefugePoint's innovative programs over the past two decades. The evening will feature global cuisine, vibrant music and dance, compelling storytelling, impactful videos, and a "fireside chat" with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Nadia Murad. RefugePoint is thrilled to honor Barrie Landry (Visionary Humanitarian Award), Isabel Allende (Visionary Storyteller Award), and Goodwin (Goodwill Corporate Award) at the gala. Donations will be accepted in their honor. Contact RefugePoint’s Chief Development Officer, Sarah Hidey, hidey@refugepoint.org, with any questions. Learn more here. Tickets are 20% off through Labor Day!

Endorsed by NEID Member Sasha Chanoff

Upcoming Global Conferences

The Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting

September 24-25, 2025 | New York City

The Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting, a two-day convening in NYC, will bring together leaders from business, government, and civil society to discuss how donors and other leaders can bridge divides to solve our most urgent crises. CGI is offering

an early access discount for NEID members ($4000 for a single ticket, rather than the standard $5000). In addition to the discount, CGI staff will endeavor to connect NEID members with private roundtables or receptions according to your interests. If you

are interested in attending, the registration link is here. Please contact NEID for the

discount code.

The Opportunity Collaboration (OC)

November 2-6 | Albufeira, Portugal 

OC2025: A global unconference uniting leaders to alleviate poverty & injustice.

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