From Data to Impact: The AI Conference for Nonprofits

Date: December 2, 2025 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET 
Location: Washington, DC

Join Civis Analytics for a full-day event exploring how mission-driven organizations can move from data readiness to enterprise-scale AI adoption.

Built around our Nonprofit AI Journey framework — Readiness → Beginnings → Scale — this conference convenes nonprofit executives, data leaders, and innovators to share real-world applications of AI that drive measurable mission impact.


The Details


WHO  

This event is designed for senior nonprofit leaders, data and technology directors, and decision-makers who are exploring how to responsibly and effectively adopt AI. Attendance is limited to approximately 75 participants to foster candid conversation and peer learning among executives shaping their organization’s data and AI strategy.

WHAT  


The Civis AI for Nonprofits Conference is an interactive, one-day gathering designed to help mission-driven organizations move from AI curiosity to confident implementation. Attendees will explore real-world nonprofit use cases, practical frameworks for ethical adoption, and strategies for scaling impact through data-driven decision making.

WHERE  


Washington, D.C.  
(Venue to be announced. Breakfast, lunch, and a closing networking reception will be provided.)


What to Expect

  • Inspiring keynotes on the future of AI in the social sector
  • Panels and case studies featuring nonprofit and technology leaders
  • Small-group discussions and interactive roundtables designed for both executive and technical audiences
  • Deep dives into critical topics such as:
    • Building data infrastructure and AI readiness
    • Overcoming funding, capacity, and cultural barriers
    • Governance, ethics, and transparency in AI adoption
    • Moving beyond efficiency to measure true mission impact
  • Breakfast, lunch, and a closing networking reception

Schedule

8:00 AM
Networking Breakfast & Registration
9:00 AM
Soft Open: Welcome and Discussion Prompts at Tables
9:20 AM
Opening Remarks
Dan Wagner.
9:35 AM
Keynote
The Future of AI in the Social Sector
10:20 AM
Break
10:35 AM
Mainstage Panel 1
The Nonprofit AI Journey - From Readiness to Scale
11:35 AM
Lunch
12:40 PM
Small Group Discussions Round 1
1:30 PM
Break
1:45 PM
Mainstage Panel 2
Overcoming Obstacles to Adoption
2:45 PM
Break
3:00 PM
Mainstage Panel 3 
Advanced Nonprofit AI Applications for Impact
4:00 PM
Break
4:10 PM
Small Group Discussions Round 2 
5:00 PM
Closing Remarks Dan Wagner
5:05 PM
Networking Reception
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