Annual Conference for Corporate and Foundation Relations Officers 2025

Master Class: Emerging Issues in Philanthropy in Response to a Shifting Landscape

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Speaker(s): Yvonne Devineni, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Dartmouth College, Joanna Glickler, Assistant Vice President, Corporate and Foundation Relations, University of Washington, Sindy Escobar-Alvarez, Program Director for Medical Research, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, Lorelle Espinosa, Program Director, Sloan Foundation, Traci Galbaugh, Managing Senior Director, Foundation Engagement Development and Alumni Relations, University of California, Davis, Joseph Piffaretti, Senior Executive Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations, University of Michigan
Preconference Workshop

This four-hour Master Class is designed for Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) Officers navigating today’s fast-changing philanthropic environment. Through candid conversations and practical takeaways, participants will explore how to adapt strategies and strengthen partnerships in 2025 and beyond.



Session Highlights:

Evolving Funder Priorities: Learn how leading foundations are refining their focus and language in response to shifting social, economic, and political dynamics.

Adapting to Legal Changes: Hear from CFR leaders in states impacted by affirmative action bans as they share how they’re updating donor strategies and case statements while staying aligned with institutional goals.

Inside the Foundation Mindset: Participate in small-group discussions with staff from the Sloan and Doris Duke Foundations to gain firsthand insights into current funding approaches and partnership opportunities.



Hosted at the Doris Duke Center, this session offers space for meaningful, in-depth dialogue with peers and foundation professionals.