Annual EFN Convening.
"EFN is a convening that reminds you why you do the work you do, it exposes you to new ways of thinking about philanthropy and what we mean when we say best practices, and reminds us that true success is measured in lives changed and not metrics we come up at headquarters."
- Chinwe Ohanele Agwu, Michelson Philanthropies
2026 EFN Convening
EFN is returning to Detroit – and this gathering is not to be missed. Mark your calendar for Monday, October 19 – Thursday, October 22.
We are (re)convening the network for four days of deep connection, honest conversation, and collective action. Detroit won’t just be a backdrop. It will be a living case study – showcasing its resilience, reinvention, and growth. We’ll dig into the role philanthropy plays in all of it.
It’s rare that we get to step out of our day-to-day and spend four days with our peers who are funding the building and shaping of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial ecosystems across the country. It’s a bonus that we’re doing it in a city that knows something about how to do just that. The connections you make, the conversations you have, and the commitments you leave with will shape your philanthropic work for years to come.
To learn more about the 2026 EFN Convening and if this gathering is a good fit for you, contact Ify Aduba at ifeoma@eshipfundersnetwork.org.
Convening Sponsorship
This unique gathering is made possible by sponsors who believe in the power of connection and collective action. EFN sponsorships are mission-aligned dollar contributions – there are no exhibit tables, no sales pitches, and no transactional expectations. We keep it that way intentionally, so that everyone in the room can stay focused on what we’re there to do. If your foundation would like to help make this convening possible, please contact Ify Aduba at ifeoma@eshipfundersnetwork.org.
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors
Past Convenings
2025 EFN Convening
2024 EFN Convening
2023 EFN Convening