What is the event?

Join Nesta to explore some of the significant challenges on the horizon for foundations and to discuss the strategic choices that the sector is facing in these uncertain times. Coinciding with the launch of Nesta’s latest report Future of Foundations: The long view, this breakfast event brings together leaders from across the foundation and grant-giving sector for an interactive panel session.

Who is it for and why should I come?

For anyone working in foundations and other grant-giving organisations,this event a safe space where you can discuss and debate some of the tensions your organisations may face over the next decade. You’ll have the opportunity to read Nesta’s report in advance, and at the event you’ll be able to explore and analyse the report’s findings in groups with others in the sector.

Who is speaking?

The event will be chaired by Geoff Mulgan, Chief Executive, Nesta and include a panel with:

● Sara Llewellin, CEO, Barrow Cadbury Trust;
● Fozia Irfan, CEO Bedfordshire & Luton Community Foundation
● Charlie Leadbeater, Independent writer, advisor and speaker

Registration will open at 8:30AM, when breakfast will be provided. The event will start at 9:00AM and will finish at 10:30AM.