About
The 2023 International Grantmaking Symposium
In 2023, we will mark the official halfway point of the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which have grown to play an essential role in guiding international philanthropy. The SDGs emphasize the interconnected nature of progress and development; during this year’s International Grantmaking Symposium, we will engage funders and philanthropists in debate and conversation around how philanthropy in the US can support global progress.
The Eighth Annual International Grantmaking Symposium (IGS), hosted by CAF America in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), will convene corporate and private foundations, practitioners, philanthropists, advisors, and attorneys dedicated to advancing global philanthropy and will be an opportunity for stakeholders to share best practices and guidance on the latest rules and regulations governing cross-border giving.
IGS 2023 will feature leading experts in a series of presentations, panel discussions and workshops focused on the fundamentals of international grantmaking and trends in the international development space.
What is the IGS?
Each year, the IGS convenes corporate and private foundations, practitioners, philanthropists, advisors, and attorneys dedicated to advancing global philanthropy and provides an opportunity for stakeholders to share best practices and guidance on the latest rules and regulations governing cross-border giving. The IGS also offers attendees a space to discuss the challenges of philanthropy, connect with one another, and form the necessary networks to provide support where it is needed most.
What can I expect when I attend the IGS?
This year’s IGS will feature leading experts in a series of presentations, panel discussions and workshops focused on the fundamentals of international grantmaking and trends in the international development space. Topics covering grantmaking fundamentals will include sessions such as compliance and risk mitigation, approving foreign grantees to receive funding, and updated best practices and regulations to consider when planning an international giving strategy. Significant trends in international development will also be explored, such as financing for the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the role of localization in humanitarianism and development, and disaster and crisis response.
Previous speakers include industry experts from organizations such as Meta, the International Committee of the Red Cross, Medtronic Foundation, USAID , UNDP, Center for High Impact Philanthropy, the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and many more. View a few or the 2022 speakers below:
Mandeep Tiwana
Civicus
Ivana Ro
Meta
Catherine-Lune Grayson
International Committee of the Red Cross
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The teams at CAF America and the United Nations Developmente Programme are looking forward to hosting the International Grantmaking Symposium. Ahead of the Symposium, we will be announcing the full agenda, speakers, and other updates in the coming months.
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The 2023 Hosts
About CAF America
Charities Aid Foundation America (CAF America) works with philanthropists looking to support charitable organizations around the world by providing the infrastructure necessary for high-quality, regulatory-compliant grantmaking and maintaining a worldwide network of high-quality, fully vetted charity partners. CAF America's worldwide reach translates into more than $3.8 billion in donor funds and over 1.8 million eligible organizations in 135 countries.
About the United Nations Development Programme
UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet.
Learn more at undp.org or follow at @UNDP.