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2025-2026 Bi-Monthly Programs

CCPG is working on an exciting lineup of presenters for its 2025-2026 Season. This year’s Bi-Monthly Programs will be hosted in a hybrid format, so you have the option to attend virtually or in-person. In-person programs will be hosted at The Chicago Community Trust, 33 South State Street . All in-person attendees will also receive a boxed lunch, complimentary with event registration.

Save the Dates:
November 18, 2025
January 13, 2026
February 10, 2026 - Virtual Nuts & Bolts
March 10, 2026 

CCPG members may sign up for the Season Pass, which includes registration to all Bi-Monthly Program and two Nuts & Bolts webinars for an additional discount. Not a member? Join today! 

We hope to see you there!

Interested in speaking at a future CCPG Program? Fill out our Speaker Application Form.

Upcoming events

  • Bi-Monthly Program - January 13, 2026

    • 01/13/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
    • The Chicago Community Trust, 33 S. State St, Chicago, IL or Virtual
    • 1 registrant

    CCPG members receive discounted rates on programs. Not a CCPG member? Join or renew today!

    10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
    More information coming soon! 

    11:15 AM - 12:15 PM - LUNCH BREAK


    12:15 PM - 1:30 PM 
    An outlook on the year ahead from the CDO perspective.
    Shannon Duval, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Advocate Health

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  • CCPG Nuts & Bolts Webinar - February 10, 2026

    • 02/10/2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Teams Virtual Meeting

    CCPG members receive discounted rates on programs. Not a CCPG member? Join or renew today!

    AI and the Future of Gift Planning: What's Real, What's Next
    Speaker: Susan Lewers, JD, Associate Vice President, Major Gifts and Gift Planning at Illinois Institute of Technology

    Presentation & Speaker Details

    AI and the Future of Gift Planning: What's Real, What's Next
    AI isn't coming—it's here. From predictive analytics to personalized stewardship, artificial intelligence is changing the way fundraisers work and donors make decisions. Join Susan Lewers for a practical look at how AI is already influencing gift planning today, what's around the corner, and how we can embrace innovation while keeping the human connection at the heart of philanthropy.

    Speaker: Susan Lewers, JD, Associate Vice President, Major Gifts and Gift Planning at Illinois Institute of Technology

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  • Bi-Monthly Program: Roundtables - March 10, 2026

    • 03/10/2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • The Chicago Community Trust, 33 S. State Street, Chicago, IL
    • 60

    CCPG's Roundtable Discussions

    (in-person only)

    Program Schedule
    10:00 AM – 10:05 AM  Brief Welcome
    10:05 AM – 10:30 AM  1st Round
    10:35 AM – 11:00 AM  2nd Round
    11:05 AM – 11:30 AM  3rd Round
    11:35 AM – 12:00 PM  4th Round
    12:00 PM – 1:00 PM    Lunch and CCPG Annual Meeting*



     


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