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Build your fundraising skills. Strengthen your nonprofit’s future.

Sustainable funding is critical to maintaining a healthy, productive nonprofit, able to meet its mission. And we know that this year, stable funding is even harder to come by, making it more important than ever for us to gather, share knowledge, and return to our work reinvigorated with new ideas.

The 2026 Nonprofit Fundraising Conference brings together fundraisers from across the state for a full day of in-person learning, with breakout sessions, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities.

Learn about the latest trends in fundraising and innovative new strategies for cultivating donor relationships and maximizing your revenue.

2026 Nonprofit Fundraising Conference

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
7:30 am – 4:30 pm

St. Paul RiverCentre

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Conference Highlights

A full day of in-person professional development.

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Inspiring keynote with practical takeaways.

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Breakout sessions with real world case studies and topical advice .

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Downloads of materials for continued learning.

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Early Bird prices and Pay What You Can rates

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Conference Details

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
7:30 am – 4:30 pm

175 West Kellogg Boulevard
Saint Paul, MN 55102

Conference Tickets

Early Bird Rate (MCN Members Only)

$235

Available through June 4

Member Rate

$315

Available June 5 – July 28

Nonmember Rate

$385

Available through July 28

Pay What You Can Rates

$129 – $159

Available through July 28

Event Questions & Accessibility Requests?

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Conference Planning Committee

  • Courtney Backen, GiveMN
  • Steve Boland, Next in Nonprofits
  • Jan Castillo, The Dotted Line Collaborative
  • Jesse Chang, Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
  • Christine Durand, Mission Animal Hospital
  • Pele Le, Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
  • Tee McClenty, MN350
  • Clayton Smith, University of Minnesota
  • Melia Smith, People Serving People
  • Emily Steinmetz, Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
  • Sierra St. John, Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
  • Anika Thompson, Duluth Playhouse
  • Alyssa Whalon, AFP-MN and University of Minnesota

Thank you, Conference Sponsors!

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