AGENDA

There will be significant time for networking and engaging with other Mid-Level professionals that are both within your sector and more broadly across the industry. Register today to benchmark, learn and enhance your mid-level giving program.

Pre Conference: Monday, April 13, 2026

5:00–7:30 PM Optional DMFA Happy Hour , Location TBD
8:00–10:00 PM Connection Hub @The Commons, Marriott College Park Hotel and Conference Center

Warm up your network and make new connections at the Connection Hub! Registration is open

Day 1: Tuesday, April 14, 2026

8:00 AM MLG Mission Marketplace
Throughout the summit visit our MLG Mission Marketplace, meet our Sponsors to qualify and win prizes!
8:00 – 8:45 AM MLG Benchmarking Summit Check-In
8:00 – 8:45 AM The Morning Exchange: Breakfast & Informal Networking
Kick off the day with coffee, conversations and connections at The Morning Exchange
8:45 – 10:15 AM The Power Middle: Maximizing Impact of Mid-Level Fundraising (General Session)
Unlocking the potential and strategic importance of Mid-Level Donors
10:15–10:45 AM Visit MLG Mission Marketplace
10:45–11:45 AM Concurrent Benchmarking Sessions – Rotating Topics
Impact in Action: Data-Driven Strategies for Mid-Level Success (Breakout Session)
Uncover opportunities through benchmarking data and strategic analysis
Peer Power: Real-life Wins & Challenges in Mid-Level Strategy (Breakout Session)
A collaborative space to exchange stories, lessons and ideas
Building Bridges: Creating Meaningful Mid-Level Donor Journeys (Breakout Session)
Share and explore tactics for personalized stewardship and cultivation across the donor experience
11:45 AM -Noon Break
Noon–1:00 PM Concurrent Benchmarking Sessions – Rotating Topics
Impact in Action: Data-Driven Strategies for Mid-Level Success (Breakout Session)
Uncover opportunities through benchmarking data and strategic analysis
Peer Power: Real-life Wins & Challenges in Mid-Level Strategy (Breakout Session)
A collaborative space to exchange stories, lessons and ideas
Building Bridges: Creating Meaningful Mid-Level Donor Journeys (Breakout Session)
Share and explore tactics for personalized stewardship and cultivation across the donor experience
1:00 – 1:15 PM  Break
1:15–2:30 PM Insightful Bites: Lunch & Informal Networking with Insights from the Experts (General Session)
Join us for a midday break filled with casual connections and bite-sized wisdom from our sponsor industry experts.
2:30- 2:45 PM Break
2:45 – 3:45 PM Concurrent Benchmarking Sessions – Rotating Topics
Impact in Action: Data-Driven Strategies for Mid-Level Success (Breakout Session)
Uncover opportunities through benchmarking data and strategic analysis
Peer Power: Real-life Wins & Challenges in Mid-Level Strategy (Breakout Session)
A collaborative space to exchange stories, lessons and ideas
Building Bridges: Creating Meaningful Mid-Level Donor Journeys (Breakout Session)
Share and explore tactics for personalized stewardship and cultivation across the donor experience
3:45- 4:30 PM Mix and Mingle at the MLG Mission Marketplace
Stop by for a refreshment break with purposeful conversations and qualify to win prizes!
4:30- 5:30 PM The Art of Impact: Multi-Channel Creative Campaigns with Insights from Experts (General Session)
Dive into the creative campaigns that inspire action. See samples from participating organizations and hear expert sponsor insights on design strategy.
5:30–7:00PM Cheers for Change: MLG Changemakers Social
Gather with your peers & sponsors for a reception and make new connections. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages included.
7:30- 9:30 PM Let’s Roll! Bowling, Dinner and Fun at Bowlero, Hyattsville, MD (Optional activity)
The informal networking event includes dinner, networking and bowling at Bowlero in College Park, Maryland. This is a great opportunity to get to know Mid-Level Giving colleagues in a more relaxed setting. Bowling, food (gluten free and regular pizza, vegetarian options, sliders, salad and more). Transportation is on your own.

 

Day 2: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

8:30 – 9:25 AM Choose Your Own Adventure: Breakfast & Round Table Discussions
Start your day with meaningful connections during this breakfast session. Choose from themed table discussions led by peers and sponsor experts, designed to spark ideas, share experience and build community.
9:25 – 10:45 AM Beyond the Middle: Turning Mid-Level Giving into Mission Level Impact and Insights from Experts (General Session)
Discover how mid-level fundraising can be a powerful engine for change at our General Session and hear insights from our Sponsor experts. What does it take to achieve transformational outcomes?
10:45–11:15 AM Visit MLG Mission Marketplace
11:15 AM–12:45 PM Innovation for Impact: Collective Problem-Solving for Nonprofits (Breakout Session)
Bring your toughest challenges and leave with fresh ideas. This interactive session tackles real-world issues guided by peer-to-peer problem solving in a consultative format.
12:45- 1:00 PM Break
1:00 -2:15 PM Insightful Bites: Lunch & Informal Networking with Insights from the Experts (General Session)
Join us for a midday break where great conversations and fresh insights from our Sponsor experts are always on the menu.
Top 10 Bold Ideas for Action: Elevating Mid-Level Giving Programs
Crowdsourcing our top 10 biggest, boldest summit takeaways – prize for our top winner!
Sponsor Bingo and More!
Presentation of prizes. Must be present to win.
2:15 PM Wrap Up and Farewell