Modeled after European salons of the 16th – 18th centuries, where ideas and philosophies were exchanged in private reception rooms, our small-group sessions provide an opportunity for participants to explore topics of personal interest. Led by experts, these conversations are sure to spark ideas and rich discussions—leading to key takeaways for impactful philanthropy.
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Salon Sessions
11:00 am – 12:00 pm First Philanthropy Salon Sessions
1.1 Putting Trust to Work: Responsive and Trust-Based Philanthropy to Advance Social Progress
Dimple Abichandani, Tegan Acton, Nicole Taylor & Vera Michalchik More >>
1.2 Leveraging Impact Investing to Close the Equity Gaps
Freada Kapor Klein, Allison Scott & Kathy Kwan More >>
1.3 Strengthening Democracy Together
Brian Hooks, Nancy Lindborg, Rachel Pritzker & Robb Willer More >>
1.4 Investing in People: The Future of Work
John Danhakl, Anna-Lisa Miller & Roy Bahat More >>
1.5 Youth Partnerships Not Platitudes: Reducing Youth Homelessness
Kim Justice, Farid Rasuli, Jim Theofelis & Tricia Raikes More >>
2:40 pm – 3:40 pm Second Philanthropy Salon Sessions
2.1 From Start to Scale: The Evolution of Family Philanthropy
Missy Narula, Terri Ludwig & Kim Meredith More >>
2.2 Collaborating to Fund Big Bets and Scalable Solutions
Cecilia A. Conrad, Haven Ley & Johanna Mair More >>
2.3 How Philanthropy and Investing Can Drive Climate Impact at Scale
Mike Schroepfer & Patricia Bromley More >>
2.4 Youth Justice, 2025: Our Children, Our Future
Michael Mendoza, Elizabeth M. Calvin & Liz Simons More >>
2.5 Global Perspectives on Mental Health Challenges
Neerja Birla, Cynthia Bissett Germanotta, Xin Liu & Jeff Hancock Morę >>
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Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society
The Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society (PACS) is a global interdisciplinary research center and publisher of the Stanford Social Innovation Review (SSIR). Stanford PACS develops and shares knowledge to improve philanthropy, strengthen civil society, and address societal challenges. By creating a shared space for scholars, students, and practitioners, Stanford PACS informs policy and social innovation, philanthropic investment, and nonprofit practice.