Event Information

The Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits + Arizona Grantmakers Forum is excited to announce the 2023 Nonprofit + Grantmaker Conference will be held at the newly renovated Mesa Convention Center on Thursday, August 24, 2023 and will feature a new theme, UNITE. This year's 1-day conference will feature two keynotes, 18 breakout sessions, and 3 panel discussions on topics for all levels of nonprofit and philanthropic professionals, dedicated networking time, and the unveiling of our new name and logo. Be sure to register early as last year’s 2022 ENGAGE Nonprofit Conference sold out quickly! 

Some of the topics we have already selected include: 

• Volunteer Recruitment and Management 
• Using the 3P’s to Create Innovative Solutions 
• Love the Ones You’re With 
• Creating Your Organization’s IDEA Action Plan 

Schedule Overview*

*Schedule and speakers are subject to changes leading up to the conference

A digital program of speakers and rooms will be provided leading up to the conference via email. 

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE for August 24, 2023: 

Pricing*

You can transfer your ticket to another member of your organization up until August 15. Group pricing and scholarships are available. 

Scholarships 

Scholarships are available at full and discounted pricing for organizations with an annual revenue of less than $5M. To apply, please complete the scholarship form here. Scholarships are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Organizations may only receive 2 tickets on scholarship. We will respond to your request within 2 weeks of receiving the application. Note: To complete the scholarship application, you will be prompted to login to your account. If you do not have an account, please complete the instructions to complete one at no cost to you. 

Group Pricing

To receive a group ticket discount, all tickets must be added to your cart and purchased at the same time. Your discount will automatically be applied if the number of tickets in your cart meets the criteria. We cannot add people to your group after you have completed check-out. 

You can assign individuals in your group their tickets at check out with their email address and name, or you can purchase them and assign them at a later date. Individuals who do not have a CE21 account will receive an email prompt to complete their account creation to be properly registered for the conference. Unassigned tickets within your group will not be refunded after August 15, 2023.

*Cancelations, Transfers & Refund Policies

• If for any reason you need to cancel your registration, a $25 cancelation fee will be applied to your refund to cover event costs - NO REFUNDS WILL BE ACCOMMODATED AFTER JULY 31. 
• We advise attendees to find another person in your organization to take your spot before you request a refund - NO TRANSFERS WILL BE ACCOMMODATED AFTER AUGUST 15. 

Please notify events@arizonanonprofits.org of any transfers or cancelations so we can process these manually. 

• If you are a group discount ticket holder and need to cancel your registration, please email events@arizonanonprofits.org so we can manually process your group refund. If you cancel during the grace period and your cancellation(s) drops you down a tier in group pricing, you will be refunded the difference in group tier price per ticket, but the $25 processing fee will not be refunded. If you have unassigned tickets within your group, they must be assigned by AUGUST 15 - NO REFUNDS WILL BE ACCOMMODATED AFTER AUGUST 15 for UNASSIGNED GROUP TICKETS. 

Registration

Upon registration, each registrant will receive a link to the Conference Attendee Survey in your confirmation email from  events@arizonanonprofits.org . If you did not receive a confirmation email, please check your spam folder. Every attendee must fill out the survey form so we can provide you with the best experience possible. This will help us plan your meals and any accessibility needs. 

Your registration confirmation email will also include a link for hotel booking and a food menu for the day. 

We have some ability to adjust meals based on individuals’ dietary restrictions so it is crucial for you to complete the survey if this applies to you. If you are unsure about the alignment of the menu with your dietary needs, we encourage you to pack your own snacks and meals to bring to the conference.  

Depending on need, we may send out a survey closer to the conference to gauge interest in session topics and post-conference happy hour. Attendance to the happy hour network is free for conference attendees. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Sustainability & Accessibility Matter To Us

The full program for the event will be provided digitally (accessible by QR code) in an effort to promote sustainability and reduce paper waste, which aligns with our IDEA(s) values.  A printed agenda will be available but will not contain all session information. We will only print the number of paper materials as determined in the attendee survey.  

We have  ASL Interpretation or Spanish Language services  available upon request and have ensured table clearance at the conference is 28 inches, and the distance between tables and booths are at least 3 feet to accommodate any wheelchairs or mobility devices.  

Gender neutral bathrooms, as well as a pop-up lactation and prayer room, will be available per request. 

We want you to enjoy this conference worry-free. If you have additional special accommodations, please let us know by indicating such in your attendee survey. 

Hotel Accommodations

We have secured a hotel block at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa (200 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201) directly next to the convention center for the special rate of $114/night +tax. 

You can book a hotel room for your conference stay for August 23-24 using our unique booking link provided in your registration confirmation email. Rooms need to be booked by July 20, 2023. This rate is available for 3 days prior and 3 days after the conference, but you will need to contact Adriana Torres at Adriana.Torres@marriott.com or call (480) 464-5017 and let her know that you are with the Alliance if you plan to stay nights other than of August 23-24. 

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities

2023 UNITE Nonprofit + Grantmaker Conference offers a unique opportunity for you to get your brand in front of Arizona's nonprofit and philanthropic audience. Connect with nonprofit and philanthropic professionals in a way you never have before with our sponsorship opportunities! Contact our Chief Impact Officer, Jennifer Purcell, jenniferp@arizonanonprofits.org, to find ways to share your products and services with nonprofit staff, board members and volunteers. 

Click to View Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunity Details 

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Scholarship Sponsors