Philanthropy Forward

The Philanthropy Forward '26 mobile app is the engagement platform for Philanthropy Ohio's annual conference, Philanthropy Forward! Download the mobile app to make the most of your time on-site at the conference on October 13 – 15 in Columbus:
- Prepare your personal schedule in advance
- Download session resources
- Connect with attendees
- Read about the conference presenters
- Meet virtually with exhibitors
- Submit questions for session presenters
- Stay up-to-date throughout the event

Each year, Philanthropy Forward brings philanthropy practitioners, thought leaders and community members together to connect, learn and build skills to advance the philanthropic sector in Ohio. This year, we will gather October 13 - 15, 2026, in Columbus for deep and engaged learning as a community of funders and alongside grantees and community partners. Over three days, we will create space for foundational skill development in the practice of philanthropy, examine future-oriented trends impacting our sector, harness the power of storytelling and narrative toward social change and build the leadership capacity of our attendees through dynamic plenary sessions, relevant concurrent sessions and immersive site visits and networking opportunities.