THE POWER OF PLACE
The CFUnited 2020 conference creates the space to discover the role you and your organization play in harnessing the Power of Place. Designed as an immersive experience for all professionals within the community foundation field, the goal of the conference is to facilitate dialogue among peers that will enable you to innovate, lead, collaborate and engage.
DETROIT
With a strong history, an inspiring story of perseverance, and an exciting future as one of America’s most dynamic and diverse cities, Detroit is the perfect host city for this year’s theme of Power of Place.
“See the future American city being built before your eyes.” – The New York Times”
DETROIT
With a strong history, an inspiring story of perseverance, and exciting future as one of America’s most dynamic and diverse cities, Detroit is the perfect host city for this year’s theme of Power of Place.
“See the future American city being built before your eyes.” – The New York Times”
“Detroit is a place where we’ve had it pretty tough. But there is a generosity here and a well of kindness that goes deep.” – Mitch Albom
WORKSHOP ON WHEELS
In partnership with our Local Advisory Committee, CFUnited 2020 is hosting workshops at local non-profits that demonstrate the best of innovative philanthropic ideas and exemplify the “Power of Place” in creating impactful programs.
“Detroit is a place where we’ve had it pretty tough. But there is a generosity here and a well of kindness that goes deep.” – Mitch Albom
WORKSHOP ON WHEELS
In partnership with our Local Advisory Committee, CFUnited 2020 is hosting workshops at local non-profits that demonstrate the best of innovative philanthropic ideas and exemplify the “Power of Place” in creating impactful programs.
DINE AROUND
CFUnited 2020 is excited to highlight Detroit’s culinary diversity by arranging small groups to meet and network over a shared meal at some of the city’s most defining restaurants.
DINE AROUND
CFUnited 2020 is excited to highlight Detroit’s culinary diversity by arranging small groups to meet and network over a shared meal at some of the city’s most defining restaurants.
LOCAL PARTNERS
We are committed to working with local vendors at every level of the conference, allowing us a chance to fully support and promote all that our amazing host city has to offer.
LOCAL PARTNERS
We are committed to working with local vendors at every level of the conference, allowing us a chance to fully support and promote all that our amazing host city has to offer.
Register now for CFUNITED 2020: The Power of Place
Our Plenary Speakers

Mike Goorhouse
Community Foundation of Holland/Zeeland

Neel Hajra
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation

James Head
East Bay Community Foundation

Deanna J. James
St. Croix Foundation for Community Development

Isaiah Oliver
Community Foundation of Greater Flint

Sarah Owen
Southwest Florida Community Foundation

Surabhi S. Pandit
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

Andy Stoll
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation

Mackenzie Price Sunblad, CFRE
Huron County Community Foundation

Jay Williams
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving

Mackenzie Price Sunblad, CFRE
Huron County Community Foundation

Jay Williams
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving