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September 16 at 12 pm ET | 

Join Together Women Rise for an inspiring, thought-provoking webinar exploring how women’s philanthropy has grown into a powerful global movement for justice, equality, and lasting change. This special conversation will trace the origins and evolution of the women’s funding movement, spotlight the collective power of women investing in women, and invite participants to see philanthropy not only as generosity—but as a bold tool for freedom and transformation. Featuring several co-authors of The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy in conversation with Together Women Rise CEO Beverley Francis-Gibson, this webinar will bring to life the inspiring, largely untold story of the Global Women’s Funding Movement—described as one of the women’s movement’s greatest secrets. Together, they will explore how women around the world have harnessed the power of money, collective giving, and shared purpose to advance freedom, dignity, and opportunity for women and girls everywhere. Register here.

Endorsed by NEID Global member Together Women Rise. 

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New York Gala | BrazilFoundation

September 17, 2026 at 7pm | Plaza Hotel, 768 5th Ave, New York, NY 10019

One of the most traditional and prominent philanthropic gatherings dedicated to Brazil on the international stage, the BrazilFoundation Gala in New York has, for over two decades, brought together leaders, philanthropists, and strategic partners around a shared goal: transforming the country.

Be part of this evening that mobilizes resources and engages individuals to strengthen civil society organizations in Brazil, advancing equity, socio-environmental justice, and sustainable development.

Learn more here.

Endorsed by NEID Global member Tiffany Kearney

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Reflections from Noah Bullock | Cristosal Human Rights

September 19 from 10am-12pm | Winchester, MA or
September 19 from 5-7pm |  Roslindale, MA

On Saturday, September 19, Cristosal Human Rights, based in Guatemala and additionally serving Honduras and El Salvador, is hosting two open-invitation gatherings in the Boston area. Executive Director, Noah Bullock, will share updates from the region, reflect on a changing human rights landscape, and look ahead to the next chapter of defending truth, justice, and voice in Central America. Noah will be a panelist in the conversation, Listening to the Frontlines of Human Rights Defense, at NEID's Human Rights Linkages Series on 9/17, and he will join Gabriela Bucher, CEO, Fund for Global Human Rights, in a lunchtime roundtable conversation on Risks Faced Funding Human Rights at that same event.

Click HERE to register for the Winchester event, scheduled from 10am-12pm in Hadley Hall at Parish of the Epiphany, 70 Church Street. Click HERE to register for the ROSLINDALE event, scheduled for 5-7pm at a private residence (address provided upon RSVP).
Endorsed by NEID Global Member Beth McFadyen (who will be in attendance at both events)

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UNGA WEEK | September 21-25 | New York 

Please find Member-Endorsed events (and add your own!) here: 

• UNGA week 2026: NEID Global Member-Endorsed events

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ICF’s Guatemala Learning Journey | International Community Foundation

September 25-28 | Guatemala 

Join us for a four-day immersive experience where you'll connect with local leaders, visit community-driven initiatives, and discover how regenerative agriculture and indigenous knowledge are strengthening food systems and climate resiliency across Guatemala. We hope you'll join us to experience Guatemala—not simply as a visitor, but as a partner in learning. Please request more information and/or confirm your participation by September 15, 2026, by completing the registration form here.

Endorsed by NEID Global member Eliza Brennan

Strategic Philanthropy Course | Polycapital Academy

September 29, 2026 | Virtual

The Strategic Philanthropy Course is run by Polycapital Academy, in collaboration with Green Templeton College, University of Oxford. It gives you frameworks and tools to align philanthropy with your intrinsic values, while applying rigorous approaches to impact.
This 11-session online programme will help you move from intention to strategy with clarity and confidence.
• The journey begins with values clarification and purpose.
• We then move through cause prioritisation, evidence based reasoning, and practical decision making.
• You will learn tools to develop a philanthropic practice that is both personally grounded and strategically robust.

Participants who complete the programme will receive a Certificate of Completion from Polycapital Academy and Green Templeton College, University of Oxford, and will join a small cohort of wealth holders, inheritors, and advisors and professionals who are equally serious about shaping their impact journeys with thoughtfulness and rigour.

Click here to apply now, or register your interest for upcoming cohorts. NEID members are welcome to use the code NEID20 for 20% off the course fee.
The course will be taught by Sid Efromovich, Co-founder and CEO of Regeneration Group. More information can be found on the Polycapital Academy website.

Endorsed by NEID Global member Karen Ansara

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Good Food. Live Music. Clean Water. | El Porvenir

Saturday, October 17, 6-7:30 PM | West Gloucester, MA

Join the El Porvenir Board of Directors and senior staff for an evening of great company, delicious food, and live music as we come together to support our mission of clean water, safe sanitation, and healthy watersheds for families across rural Nicaragua.

Hear about the impact of our work, meet others who care about this cause, and be part of the change.

For more information or to RSVP, contact El Porvenir Director of US Operations Jenna Saldana: 720-236-9158, jenna@elporvenir.org. Event address will be provided upon RSVP.

Endorsed by NEID Global member Karen Ansara

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International Day of the Girl

October 17 from 2-4 pm PT  | San Jose, CA

Celebrate the power, potential, and promise of girls around the world at this inspiring International Day of the Girl Child event hosted by Together Women Rise and the San Jose Woman's Club. Through uplifting stories, engaging speakers, and meaningful conversation, we'll explore how girls are driving positive change in their communities, and why investing in their education, leadership, and well-being creates a brighter future for everyone. Join us as we celebrate girls – both locally and globally -- as the leaders and changemakers they are today—and the visionaries they will be tomorrow. Please complete this registration form.

Endorsed by NEID Global member Together Women Rise​

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Immersive trip | MicroLoan Foundation

October 18-25, 2026 | South Africa

Are you interested in enabling women entrepreneurs to flourish? Join NEID board member Steve Mark October 18-25 for an immersive trip to visit the South Africa operations of MicroLoan Foundation, which has provided training, digital financial services, and working capital to over 575,000 women entrepreneurs across southern Africa. We will attend Microloan 'Centre' Meetings - gatherings of women entrepreneurs who meet to receive financial literacy and business training and learn from each other, delivered through song, dance and roleplay as part of our inclusive and accessible format.  Most importantly, you will meet some fantastic business owners. Contact steve@microloanfoundationusa.org for more information. 

Endorsed by NEID Global member Steve Mark

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Funders Learning Network for Global Epilepsy, Session 3 | Band Foundation

Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 10am ET/ 5pm EAT | Virtual

The Funders Learning Network for Global Epilepsy — launched by the BAND Foundation — is a two-year pilot initiative to spark interest, build connections, and explore solutions for epilepsy care in Africa. Through curated briefings, peer exchange, and exposure to promising models in Africa, the Network helps funders learn together, discover synergies with their own portfolios, and identify high-impact opportunities for investment. This learning network is open to philanthropic funders, bilateral and multilateral donors, and other grantmakers, as well as their advisors. Epilepsy is an urgent but neglected health issue across Africa.

For the next meeting on October 29th, we will focus on epilepsy's role in unlocking the global brain health agenda. We are very excited to be joined by two amazing speakers with deep expertise in health system strengthening and integration of care for epilepsy and brain health:

• Chido Rwafa-Madzvamutse, Regional Advisor for Mental Health at WHO AFRO

• Jacopo Mattia Rovarini, Public Health Specialist, Amref Health Africa

By joining this Network, you can deepen understanding, connect with like-minded peers, and contribute to reducing a neglected but solvable source of global health inequity.

Endorsed by NEID Global member Walid Hedidar

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