The nonprofit conference for innovative leaders

May 6 to 7, 2026 in Chicago, IL

Learn proven strategies from
some of the world’s leading nonprofits

Join the brightest minds in the social sector

Together, we’ll explore bold ideas, proven strategies, and tools that help organizations raise more and grow their impact.
Spark your curiosity

Learn from leading experts and like-minded peers through engaging sessions, interactive discussions, and hands-on workshops.
Meet the moment

Dive into the latest trends, intentional strategies, and supporter engagement tactics that are shaping the future of fundraising.
Grow your network

Create lasting relationships that inspire collaboration, advance your mission, and drive meaningful change long after the event ends.

Hear what past attendees are saying

Learn proven strategies from some of the world’s leading nonprofits

2026 Speakers

Keynote speaker
Hamza Khan

Future of Work and People-First Leadership Expert | Bestselling Author
Keynote speaker
Elatia Abate

Futurist | Entrepreneur | Future of Work and Strategy Expert
Keynote speaker
Tim Cadogan

Chief Executive Officer, GoFundMe

Keynote speaker

Hamza Khan

Future of Work and People-First Leadership Expert | Bestselling Author

Keynote speaker

Elatia Abate

Futurist | Entrepreneur | Future of Work and Strategy Expert

Keynote speaker

Tim Cadogan

Chief Executive Officer, GoFundMe

The first 2026 speakers are here, more coming soon!

Amir Pasic

Eugene R. Tempel Dean, IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Amy Sherwood

Director of Sales, Cloud for Good
Ann Lee

Co-Founder & CEO, CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort)
Ashley Nevison

CEO and Founder of Sargeant's Army

Inspiration that drives action

Hear fresh ideas, real success stories, and insights you can put to work right away.
Connections that matter

Join curated meetups and Chicago experiences designed to spark meaningful relationships.
Smarter networking with technology

Use the event app’s smart matching to meet peers who share your goals and interests.
Elevated strategy with GoFundMe Pro

Engage with the GoFundMe Pro team to discover new ways to raise more and deepen supporter engagement.

Discover bold ideas, practical frameworks, and real-world success stories from leading nonprofits—all designed to help you advance your mission. Secure your spot now and experience the community, inspiration, and insights that make Collaborative unlike any other nonprofit conference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I attend Collaborative?

Nonprofit leaders share common goals and face ever-evolving challenges in today’s giving landscape. Yet opportunities to come together as a community are rare. Collaborative is that space – where creative ideas take shape, meaningful connections form, and nonprofit leaders leave inspired and equipped with the insights and tools they need to advance their missions.
Who should attend Collaborative?
Collaborative is designed for anyone in the nonprofit or social enterprise space who wants to:
- Connect with the brightest minds and most innovative fundraisers in the industry
- Learn about emerging trends in fundraising and technology
- Maximize their use of the GoFundMe Pro platform
- Gain expert insights to raise more for their mission
With learning tracks tailored to every role, attendees – from executives and directors to hands-on fundraisers – will gain strategies they can immediately apply to grow their impact.
What is the cancellation policy?

Collaborative tickets are non-refundable. However, you are welcome to transfer your pass to another team member or nonprofit professional. To request a transfer, please contact our team at collaborative@gofundme.com.
Can I earn CFRE continuing education credits for sessions?

Yes. Collaborative is an approved Continuing Education Provider for the Certified Fund Raising Executive program. Please reach out to collaborative@gofundme.com for more information.
How do I become a sponsor of the Collaborative?

Collaborative sponsorships are designed to build meaningful partnerships and connect nonprofit leaders with the services and solutions they need to advance their missions. If you are interested in sponsoring Collaborative 2026, please reach out to our team at collaborative@gofundme.com.
How is Collaborative committed to Diversity and Inclusion?

We are committed to building an inclusive community where all voices are welcomed and celebrated. You can view our full Declaration to Diversity and Inclusion here.
How do I communicate accessibility needs?

We want Collaborative to be accessible to everyone. Please contact us at collaborative@gofundme.com with any accessibility needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Who do I ask if my question is not answered here?

For all other questions, please reach out to us at collaborative@gofundme.com.

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors

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Exclusive airline

Gold

Silver

Platinum

Lanyard

Garden Networking Lounge

Charging station

Community

Phone Booth

Headshot station

Exclusive airline

Gold

Silver

Platinum

Lanyard

Garden Networking Lounge

Charging station

Community

Phone Booth

Headshot station

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Collaborative updates

Why should I attend Collaborative?

Nonprofit leaders share common goals and face ever-evolving challenges in today’s giving landscape. Yet opportunities to come together as a community are rare. Collaborative is that space – where creative ideas take shape, meaningful connections form, and nonprofit leaders leave inspired and equipped with the insights and tools they need to advance their missions.

Who should attend Collaborative?

Collaborative is designed for anyone in the nonprofit or social enterprise space who wants to:
Connect with the brightest minds and most innovative fundraisers in the industry
Learn about emerging trends in fundraising and technology
Maximize their use of the GoFundMe Pro platform
Gain expert insights to raise more for their mission
With learning tracks tailored to every role, attendees – from executives and directors to hands-on fundraisers – will gain strategies they can immediately apply to grow their impact.

What is the cancellation policy?

Collaborative tickets are non-refundable. However, you are welcome to transfer your pass to another team member or nonprofit professional. To request a transfer, please contact our team at collaborative@gofundme.com.

Can I earn CFRE continuing education credits for sessions?

Yes. Collaborative is an approved Continuing Education Provider for the Certified Fund Raising Executive program. Please reach out to collaborative@gofundme.com for more information.

How do I become a sponsor of the Collaborative?

Collaborative sponsorships are designed to build meaningful partnerships and connect nonprofit leaders with the services and solutions they need to advance their missions. If you are interested in sponsoring Collaborative 2026, please reach out to our team at collaborative@gofundme.com.

How is Collaborative committed to Diversity and Inclusion?

We are committed to building an inclusive community where all voices are welcomed and celebrated. You can view our full Declaration to Diversity and Inclusion here.

How do I communicate accessibility needs?

We want Collaborative to be accessible to everyone. Please contact us at collaborative@gofundme.com with any accessibility needs, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Who do I ask if my question is not answered here?

For all other questions, please reach out to us at collaborative@gofundme.com.

The nonprofit conference for innovative leaders

Learn proven strategies fromsome of the world’s leading nonprofits

Join the brightest minds in the social sector

Spark your curiosity

Meet the moment

Grow your network

Hear what past attendees are saying

Learn proven strategies from some of the world’s leading nonprofits

2026 Speakers

The first 2026 speakers are here, more coming soon!

What to expect

Inspiration that drives action

Connections that matter

Smarter networking with technology

Elevated strategy with GoFundMe Pro

Discover bold ideas, practical frameworks, and real-world success stories from leading nonprofits—all designed to help you advance your mission. Secure your spot now and experience the community, inspiration, and insights that make Collaborative unlike any other nonprofit conference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I attend Collaborative?

Who should attend Collaborative?

What is the cancellation policy?

Can I earn CFRE continuing education credits for sessions?

How do I become a sponsor of the Collaborative?

How is Collaborative committed to Diversity and Inclusion?

How do I communicate accessibility needs?

Who do I ask if my question is not answered here?

Thank you to our 2026 sponsors

Sign up forCollaborative updates

Learn proven strategies from
some of the world’s leading nonprofits

Sign up for
Collaborative updates