Turning Insight into Impact: Philanthropy and Affordability
Date: Wednesday, June 17
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center
11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Directions and Parking
In one of the wealthiest states in the country, affordability is shaping daily decisions for millions of New Jersey residents. Philanthropy alone cannot solve this crisis—but the social sector can serve as a catalyst for systemic change by strengthening cross-sector partnerships and advancing the coordinated action needed for long-term progress.
On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers convened its Spring Colloquium – A Conversation for the Social Sector. This year's gathering brought together leaders from across the social sector for an open, thoughtful dialogue on New Jersey’s affordability squeeze.
Featuring distinguished thought leaders, the panel connected data, lived experience, and cross-sector strategies to build a shared understanding of what it would take to advance affordability measures and solutions across the state.
Following the discussion, attendees continued the conversation over lunch, creating space for honest dialogue, relationship-building, and partnerships aimed at turning insight into collective action.
After lunch, participants chose from two afternoon workshops designed to explore affordability more deeply and move from discussion to opportunity.
| Agenda |
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| 9:30 – 10:30 am |
Networking, Continental Breakfast & Resource Marketplace |
| 10:30 – 10:45 am |
Transition to Laurents Theater |
| 10:45 am – 12:15 pm |
Colloquium Panel Discussion |
| 12:15 – 1:15 pm |
Boxed Lunch, Conversation and Resource Marketplace |
| 1:15 – 1:30 pm |
Transition to Afternoon Workshops |
| 1:30 – 2:45 pm |
Afternoon Workshops |
| 2:45 – 3:30 pm |
Ice Cream Reception and Resource Marketplace
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Conference Photos
