2026 Funder Learning Series Session 5: Increasing Philanthropic Investment in Rural Prosperity Through Policy & Systems Change

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Increasing Philanthropic Investment in Rural Prosperity Through Policy & Systems Change

October 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM ET

Rural America plays a critical role in shaping our shared future, but has long been overlooked by philanthropic and policy investments.

Join us for our final 2026 Funder Learning Series session to learn more about philanthropic efforts to strengthen the systems, organizations, and networks needed to advance meaningful change for rural communities.

Guest Speakers:
- Katrina Badger, Program Officer, Rural Economic and Community Development, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
- Katharine Ferguson, former chief of staff of USDA and Consultant, Strong Foundations for Rural Advancement
- Paula Sammons, National Program Officer, W.K. Kellogg Foundation
This session will be held meeting-style in Zoom, with lots of opportunity for dialog and discussion. To encourage candid and robust exchange, this session will not be recorded.
This program is for funders who work for a qualifying philanthropy. Please indicate how you meet our eligibilty criteria.

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