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!
29th Annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
being held at the Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod, 1225 Iyannough Rd (Rte 132), Hyannis, MA
PPCI is excited to announce that Joseph Lee, Senior Manager, Assessment and Advisory Services, for the Center for Effective Philanthropy, will serve as keynote speaker at the 29th Annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod and presenting:
Talk Isn’t Cheap: What Nonprofits Are Saying They Need—and How Philanthropy Is Responding
The nonprofit sector is facing extraordinary pressures, from workforce burnout and fundraising challenges to growing community needs and increasing uncertainty. Yet amid these challenges, how are the most effective funders are listening?
Join Joseph Lee of the Center for Effective Philanthropy as he shares compelling new research on what nonprofits are telling their funding partners about the realities they face, the strategies helping them move forward, and the support they need most to succeed. Drawing from data collected earlier this year, Joseph will explore how foundations are responding, where meaningful changes are taking place, and what stronger nonprofit-funder partnerships can look like in practice.
This engaging and thought-provoking keynote will offer a candid look at the state of the sector while highlighting opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and shared impact. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the challenges ahead—and renewed optimism about what is possible when nonprofits and philanthropy work together to strengthen our communities.
Early Bird ticket pricing is $89 for PPCI Members, $110 for Non-Member/Guests, or $975 for a reserved table of ten (10) seats until September 15.
Your event ticket for PPCI’s annual fundraiser and educational program includes plenary session, workshops, awards luncheon, and more!
Additional details coming soon!
If you are interested in attending the conference but cannot afford a ticket, you may apply for a Philanthropy Day scholarship, generously funded by a long-time PPCI member Erica Waasdorp through the Waasdorp Giving Fund.
Thank you to everyone who attended Philanthropy Partners of the Cape and Island’s 28th Annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod on Wednesday, November 19, 2025!
What’s included at Philanthropy Day
Your Registration for Philanthropy Day will include:
- Full-day Conference – view 2025 schedule
- 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.
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Philanthropy Day is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors.
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 2025 CE tracker.
Philanthropy Day Announcements
Keynote Speaker Announced for 2026 Philanthropy Day
Seeking Nominations for Philanthropy Day 2026 Awards
Call for Speakers for Philanthropy Day 2026
Take a peak at previous year’s event
Philanthropy Day 2025 took place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 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 2025 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 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