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SUMMARY:Further Together 2025
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now live\, visit www.further-together.org to learn more and register. 
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/further-together-2025/
LOCATION:The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
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SUMMARY:COSPONSORED WEBINAR: Making the Case for Supporting Immigrants in Your Grantmaking: A Messaging Toolkit for Funders
DESCRIPTION:We know that funders face many challenges when attempting to make the case within their institutions for the value and importance of investing in immigrant communities. We also know that moving money to immigrant-led and immigrant-centered organizations can help foundations advance their strategic priorities\, whether they relate to immigration explicitly or not. \nGCIR has developed a new messaging toolkit (which will be released ahead of the webinar) designed to support funders\, especially those who are navigating hostile external environments\, as they make the case to their leadership or peer communities for the value of supporting immigrants in their grantmaking strategies. \nJoin GCIR staff for a strategy session in which we will: \n\nShare compelling talking points linked to universal values and shared priorities.\nAddress common concerns foundation leaders may raise.\nOffer concrete guidance on how to bring these messages into everyday philanthropic practice.\n\nAt the end of the session\, we will have time to explore strategies for using these tools and for participants to share their experiences with making the case for supporting immigrant communities. \nWho may attend: Staff and board members of foundations\, corporate-giving programs\, philanthropic consultancies\, affinity groups\, and invited governmental grantmaking agencies. \nPlease register by November 19\, 2025\, 8:00 pm: https://www.gcir.org/programs/making-case-supporting-immigrants-your-grantmaking-messaging-toolkit-funders 
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/cosponsored-webinar-making-the-case-for-supporting-immigrants-in-your-grantmaking-a-messaging-toolkit-for-funders/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20251117T130433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T130433Z
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SUMMARY:Q4 Workforce Policy Update with National Skills Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join Workforce Matters and the National Skills Coalition for our Q4 Workforce Policy Update. This briefing is free and open to both funders and field partners. Space is limited\, and registration is required!
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/q4-workforce-policy-update-with-national-skills-coalition/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T225102Z
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SUMMARY:Financing the Future of Education & Workforce Training
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Matters is kicking off this year’s Peer Learning Strategy Sessions with a conversation with ECMC and their partner Jobs for the Future (JFF) to explore how organizations can use innovative financing models\, like pay-it-forward funds\, to drive sustainable social impact in the context of constrained budgets and federal loan program reforms. This discussion will focus on ECMC’s motivations for investing in innovative finance ecosystem building\, why these models are more important than ever in the United States\, and how JFF is partnering to research and advocate for student-friendly innovative finance models. Register here to learn more and join this session.
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/financing-the-future-of-education-workforce-training/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260218T161948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T001816Z
UID:6710-1772722800-1772726400@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Apprenticeship: What Funders Need to Know Right Now (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Join Workforce Matters and Apprenticeships for America to learn more about current opportunities to grow and develop apprenticeships as well as the funding streams and policies that are supportive of the apprenticeship ecosystem. Hear from funders that are currently investing in this workforce strategy and their approaches to building apprenticeship capacity. \nSpeakers will include: John Colborn (Apprenticeships for America)\, Brittany Corde (Ascendium Education Group)\, Laura Love (Strada Education Foundation)\, and Laura Mutis (JPMorgan Chase). \nThis webinar will help set the stage for Workforce Matters’ Apprenticeship Affinity Group meetings for the year! \nRegister today: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VmVAHQEdRNOmMKRKVt7oDg
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/apprenticeship-what-funders-need-to-know-right-now-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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CREATED:20260212T164731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T161353Z
UID:6667-1773756000-1773759600@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers: Northeast
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers—a new way to connect\, learn\, and problem-solve with peers in your region. These sessions are designed for funders to share what’s working\, tackle common challenges\, and stay plugged into regional opportunities and trends. \nConnect with fellow grantmakers across the Northeast to exchange insights\, coordinate efforts\, and strengthen regional impact. \nIf you’re investing in OR want to invest in one of these states this is the conversation for you: Maine\, Vermont\, New Hampshire\, Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, New York\, New Jersey\, and Pennsylvania. \nPlease note this event is for grantmakers only.  \nRegister here: https://share.hsforms.com/1cY1-TyINSYOZviWPm-rfeAc2cqp
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/regional-office-hours-northeast/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
CATEGORIES:Office Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260310T175957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T181025Z
UID:6798-1774440000-1774443600@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Postsecondary Education and Workforce Funders Affinity Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Open to grantmakers only. Looking to connect with peers and deepen your engagement with Workforce Matters? Our Affinity Groups and funder conversations offer year-round opportunities to build relationships\, exchange ideas\, and collaborate with fellow workforce funders. \nBased on member feedback\, we’ve relaunched and expanded our focus areas. Current groups include: Apprenticeship\, Corporate Funders\, Immigrant Economic Inclusion\, Postsecondary Education + Workforce Development\, Worker-Centered Strategies\, and Workforce Policy. Join the group that’s right for you! Register Here.
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/postsecondary-education-and-workforce-funders-affinity-group-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000
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CREATED:20260218T162327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T162327Z
UID:6711-1774958400-1774962000@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:2026 Budget & Tax Policy and Implications for Workforce Development
DESCRIPTION:How will federal budget and tax policies impact workers\, families\, and communities? What lies ahead at the federal level and in the states? What’s at stake and in play in 2026? \nBudget and tax policies impact what families have to spend on basic needs and invest in their future\, define the size of the government and its role in the national economy\, and affect the lives of all Americans. \nEconomic Opportunity Funders is hosting a funder briefing in the DC area on March 26-27 to explore these issues and how funders can help meet the challenges of the moment and support bold solutions to build a more inclusive and equitable future. \nWorkforce Matters members are invited to attend this meeting in person or watch a recording and then join in a debrief conversation on March 31 with funder colleagues.Join us on March 31 from 12-1 pm ET for a funder-only follow-up conversation\, featuring speakers from the National Skills Coalition\, to explore workforce policy and budget implications and opportunities for funder engagement. \nThis session is open to staff of philanthropic organizations and philanthropic advisors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration here: https://share.hsforms.com/1IupwD1cCT3StCDd-pKiU_gc2cqp
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/2026-budget-tax-policy-and-implications-for-workforce-development/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260403T181117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T181117Z
UID:6879-1775737800-1775741400@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Apprenticeship Affinity Group Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Join Workforce Matters for our apprenticeship affinity group meetings this year! These one-hour calls will provide funders with the opportunity to learn and share about grantmaking that expands and strengthens apprenticeship opportunities. This group will meet 3 times in 2026 – April 9\, July 29\, and December 1. Register today.
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/apprenticeship-affinity-group-meetings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260219T183043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T183043Z
UID:6737-1776880800-1776888000@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Matters Networking Dinner in Dallas\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Matters is holding a networking dinner for grantmaking members (supporting members and basic members) in the North Texas region on Wednesday\, April 22 at 6 pm. The location will be convenient to downtown Dallas; details will be sent to confirmed attendees. Space is limited; we encourage you to RSVP early to save your spot! **Please note that attendance at this event is limited to grantmaking members of Workforce Matters.** \nRegister here: https://share.hsforms.com/1UXnpXbASTu-aF5866FnreQc2cqp
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/workforce-matters-networking-dinner-in-dallas-tx/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T120000
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CREATED:20260311T150302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T150349Z
UID:6806-1777550400-1777554000@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Immigrant Economic Inclusion Roundtable Discussion #1
DESCRIPTION:Join Workforce Matters\, GCIR\, and WES Mariam Assefa Fund for the first in a series of roundtable discussions focused on immigrant Economic Inclusion. This first session will focus on advancing job quality\, fair wages\, workforce mobility\, and access to career pathways for immigrant workers. This session is open to grantmakers only. There is no charge to participate; registration is required. Register here.
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/immigrant-economic-inclusion-roundtable-discussion-1/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T140000
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CREATED:20260325T141845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T141845Z
UID:6862-1778680800-1778684400@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Worker-Centered Strategies Affinity Group: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:This affinity group is anchored in our definition of worker-centered strategies: policies and practices that prioritize good jobs\, worker power\, fair treatment\, and equitable opportunities—and are designed with workers\, not for them. This four-part series is intentionally designed to support collective learning and collaboration among grantmakers interested in deepening investments in workers. Sign up here to learn more and receive a calendar invitation to participate!
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/worker-centered-strategies-affinity-group-session-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260212T165118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T161446Z
UID:6669-1780498800-1780502400@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers: Southeast
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers—a new way to connect\, learn\, and problem-solve with peers in your region. These sessions are designed for funders to share what’s working\, tackle common challenges\, and stay plugged into regional opportunities and trends. \nGather with Southeast funders for practical discussion\, shared learning\, and collaboration rooted in local context and community needs. \nIf you’re investing in OR want to invest in one of these states this is the conversation for you: Delaware\, Maryland\, VA\, West Virginia\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, Georgia\, Florida\, Alabama\, Mississippi\, Tennessee\, Kentucky\, Arkansas\, Louisiana and Texas. \nPlease note this event is for grantmakers only.  \nRegister: https://share.hsforms.com/1cY1-TyINSYOZviWPm-rfeAc2cqp
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/regional-office-hours-southeast/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
CATEGORIES:Office Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260325T141932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T141932Z
UID:6863-1781100000-1781103600@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Worker-Centered Strategies Affinity Group: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:This affinity group is anchored in our definition of worker-centered strategies: policies and practices that prioritize good jobs\, worker power\, fair treatment\, and equitable opportunities—and are designed with workers\, not for them. This four-part series is intentionally designed to support collective learning and collaboration among grantmakers interested in deepening investments in workers. Sign up here to learn more and receive a calendar invitation to participate!
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/worker-centered-strategies-affinity-group-session-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260325T142015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T142015Z
UID:6864-1783519200-1783522800@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Worker-Centered Strategies Affinity Group: Session 3
DESCRIPTION:This affinity group is anchored in our definition of worker-centered strategies: policies and practices that prioritize good jobs\, worker power\, fair treatment\, and equitable opportunities—and are designed with workers\, not for them. This four-part series is intentionally designed to support collective learning and collaboration among grantmakers interested in deepening investments in workers. Sign up here to learn more and receive a calendar invitation to participate!
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/worker-centered-strategies-affinity-group-session-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260403T181251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T181251Z
UID:6882-1785328200-1785331800@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Apprenticeship Affinity Group Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Join Workforce Matters for our apprenticeship affinity group meetings this year! These one-hour calls will provide funders with the opportunity to learn and share about grantmaking that expands and strengthens apprenticeship opportunities. This group will meet 3 times in 2026 – April 9\, July 29\, and December 1. Register today.
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/apprenticeship-affinity-group-meetings-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260212T165243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T161604Z
UID:6670-1786456800-1786460400@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers: Southwest/West
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers—a new way to connect\, learn\, and problem-solve with peers in your region. These sessions are designed for funders to share what’s working\, tackle common challenges\, and stay plugged into regional opportunities and trends. \nJoin grantmakers across the West and Southwest to explore emerging priorities\, build relationships\, and support stronger outcomes across the region. \nIf you’re investing in OR want to invest in one of these states this is the conversation for you:  \nArizona\, New Mexico\, Oklahoma\, and Texas  \nMontana\, Idaho\, Wyoming\, Colorado\, Utah\, Nevada\, California\, Oregon\, Washington\, Alaska\, and Hawaii  \nPlease note this event is for grantmakers only.  \nRegister: https://share.hsforms.com/1cY1-TyINSYOZviWPm-rfeAc2cqp
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/regional-office-hours-southwest-west/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
CATEGORIES:Office Hours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260325T142108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T142108Z
UID:6865-1786543200-1786546800@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Worker-Centered Strategies Affinity Group: Session 4
DESCRIPTION:This affinity group is anchored in our definition of worker-centered strategies: policies and practices that prioritize good jobs\, worker power\, fair treatment\, and equitable opportunities—and are designed with workers\, not for them. This four-part series is intentionally designed to support collective learning and collaboration among grantmakers interested in deepening investments in workers. Sign up here to learn more and receive a calendar invitation to participate!
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/worker-centered-strategies-affinity-group-session-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260212T165407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T161621Z
UID:6671-1794405600-1794409200@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers: Midwest
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch Regional Office Hours for Grantmakers—a new way to connect\, learn\, and problem-solve with peers in your region. These sessions are designed for funders to share what’s working\, tackle common challenges\, and stay plugged into regional opportunities and trends. \nEngage with Midwest peers to discuss challenges\, spotlight innovative approaches\, and deepen connections across the funding ecosystem. \nRegister: https://share.hsforms.com/1cY1-TyINSYOZviWPm-rfeAc2cqp
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/regional-office-hours-midwest/
LOCATION:Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)
CATEGORIES:Office Hours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035421
CREATED:20260403T181413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T181413Z
UID:6883-1796128200-1796131800@workforce-matters.org
SUMMARY:Apprenticeship Affinity Group Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Join Workforce Matters for our apprenticeship affinity group meetings this year! These one-hour calls will provide funders with the opportunity to learn and share about grantmaking that expands and strengthens apprenticeship opportunities. This group will meet 3 times in 2026 – April 9\, July 29\, and December 1. Register today.
URL:https://workforce-matters.org/event/apprenticeship-affinity-group-meetings-3/
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