Professionals from non-profit organizations on Cape Cod and the Islands, their volunteers and board members, as well as professional advisors attend the premier philanthropy conference on Cape Cod to share current best practices in fundraising and celebrate charitable giving!
28th Annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
at the Hyport Conference Center in the Emerald Resort, 35 Scudder Ave, Hyannis, MA
Philanthropy Partners of the Cape and Islands (PPCI) is excited to announce that Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D., a nationally recognized nonprofit leader and fundraising expert, will serve as keynote speaker at the 28th Annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod.
Dr. Stanczykiewicz is the Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, where he also directs The Fund Raising School.
A dynamic leader in the field and former nonprofit CEO, Dr. Stanczykiewicz will deliver an inspiring keynote featuring the latest research, compelling data, and real-world strategies designed to help fundraisers succeed in today’s rapidly changing philanthropic landscape. Read more about Dr. Stanczykiewicz.
Philanthropy Day is an opportunity for learning, sharing, and recognizing the dedication and generosity of those who support the many nonprofits on Cape Cod and the Islands.
What’s included at Philanthropy Day
Your Registration for Philanthropy Day will include:
- Full-day Conference
- Morning Plenary Session
- Philanthropy Awards Luncheon
- Networking Reception After Party
- CFRE Credit
Each year hundreds of professionals from non-profit organizations on Cape Cod and the Islands, their volunteers and board members, as well as professional advisors such as attorneys, estate planners, financial advisors and accountants attend this prestigious high-profile conference to share current best practices in fundraising and celebrate charitable giving in the spirit of philanthropy on Cape Cod and the Islands.
By attending this event, you not only invest in your own growth but also contribute to the continued success of PPCI Programming. Your support enables us to bring education, networking and transformative sessions to the Cape and Islands.
2025 Philanthropy Day Pricing
| Early-bird Rate Until 9/30/2025 | Regular Rate After 9/30/2025 | |
| PPCI Member | $79 | $99 |
| Non-member | $95 | $119 |
| Reserved Table of ten (10) seats | $850 | $1100 |
Save more on registration rates as a PPCI member.
Not yet a member or need to renew? Click here to become a member or renew your membership before registering.
Certified Fund Raising Executive Tracking
Full participation in Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod is applicable for 4 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. Download the 2024 CE tracker.
Thank you to everyone who attended Philanthropy Partners of the Cape and Island’s 27th Annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024!
Philanthropy Day is also made possible through the generous support of our sponsors.
Philanthropy Day Announcements
Keynote Speaker Announced for 2025 Philanthropy Day
Call for Speakers for Philanthropy Day 2025
Seeking Nominations for Philanthropy Day 2025 Awards
Full participation in Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod is applicable for 4 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. Download the 2024 CE tracker.
Take a peak at previous year’s event
Philanthropy Day 2024 took place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Hyport Conference Center at the Emerald Resort (35 Scudder Avenue, West End Rotary, Hyannis, MA). You may view a copy of the 2024 schedule online.
Let us know if you’d like to become a sponsor!
Our sponsors make this event possible and receive great visibility in front of 500 dedicated nonprofit professionals, volunteers, business leaders and philanthropists. Thank you to the generous sponsors listed below who have already committed to this year’s event! If you’d like to become a sponsor, contact [email protected].
Philanthropy Day is the foremost program of
Philanthropy Partners of the Cape and Islands.
“Exceptional event. It was wonderful to be back at the Convention Center for an in-person event this year. The plenary session was excellent. The speakers were informative and inspiring. It was nice to hear from local leaders familiar with common issues we all face on Cape Cod.”
– Philanthropy Day Attendee