Build Connections, Strengthen Relationships, Protect Our Lakes

The GLF offers a range of in-person and online events to facilitate peer-to-peer learning and to explore topics of common interest. These gatherings provide an exclusive opportunity for representatives from foundations, donor-advised funds, and other philanthropic organizations to share insights, align strategies, and foster collaborative efforts toward sustaining the Great Lakes region.

Please Note: Unless otherwise specified, our programs are exclusive to representatives of the philanthropic community, ensuring focused and strategic discussions tailored to our members’ unique roles and contributions.

A group of Great Lakes Funders stands in the tunnel to Niagara Falls. They have paused their tour of the falls to take a photo. They are wearing yellow ponchos and smiling for the camera.

Annual Meeting 2024

Chicago, IL, United States
September 24-25, 2024

A group of children play in a fountain in Chicago. The water sprays up around them as they run through.

Annual Meeting 2023

Niagara, Ontario, Canada
October 3-4, 2023

A group of funders enjoy dinner together in the Barrel Room during the conference in Niagara, Ontario, Canada. They are seated at a long dining table set with a runner and candelabras. They are engaged in discussions with one another.