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You know the funders in the room — but do you know what they fund, where they work, and how they like to connect? Our next Southwest Missouri Funder Network meeting is designed to change that. We're bringing Members together for an interactive, hands-on session built around one core goal: making each of us a better peer connector for the region.

We'll dig into who's funding what and where across Southwest Missouri — using a big regional map, a Member directory orientation, and a quick-reference summary of the region — so that the next time a nonprofit asks you "who else should I talk to?", you'll actually know the answer. We'll also talk about how each organization likes to be engaged, whether that's a warm email intro, a website referral, or knowing when a grants committee is the right door to knock on.

You won't want to miss this — come ready to learn, share, and leave with a clearer picture of the incredible funder community already working in this region!

Save the Dates

 Key SWMO Funder Network Dates in 2026:

• Wed, May 27: SWMO Philanthropy After Hours (Location TBD; 4:00-6:00pm)
• TBD Q3 SWMO Funder Network Convening 
• Wed & Thurs, October 28-29: Show-Me Philanthropy Statewide Conference & Annual Meeting (St. Louis)
• Tues, November 10: SWMO Funder Network Convening (CFO Office; 9:00-11:00am)
• Friday, December 11: SWMO People in Philanthropy (Location TBD; 11:00am-1:00pm)

To offer a location or sponsorship support for a SWMO People in Philanthropy luncheon or Philanthropy After Hours, please contact Sarah Moody at sarah@philmo.org.