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Have questions about ImpactED ’27? Find helpful information about registration, the conference schedule, sessions, hotel accommodations, and more below.
Who should attend ImpactED ’27?
ImpactED is designed for education foundation leaders and professionals looking to strengthen their organizations, expand their impact, and connect with peers from across the country.
What can I expect at ImpactED ’27?
Attendees can expect a new conference format featuring opportunities for learning, engagement, networking, and connection. Sessions will focus on practical strategies and ideas you can take back to your organization.
What is new about the conference format this year?
ImpactED ’27 features a newly formatted schedule designed to create more opportunities for engagement, connection, and learning throughout the conference.
- Wednesday- 1/2 Day
- Thursday- Full Day
- Friday- 1/2 Day
What topics will be covered?
Sessions will explore key areas of education foundation leadership, including organizational leadership and planning, marketing, board development, legal and financial topics, resource development, collaboration, and programming.
How many people typically attend ImpactED?
ImpactED brings together more than 300 education foundation leaders and professionals from across the country.
Will there be networking opportunities?
Yes! The conference will offer dedicated opportunities to connect with other education foundation professionals, share ideas, and build relationships with peers who understand the work.
What is included with my registration?
- Educational Sessions
- Thursday & Friday Breakfast
- Thursday Lunch
- Refreshments between meals
- Attendance to Opening & Signature Receptions
- Program Guide & SWAG Bag
- Session Materials
When does registration close?
Registration closes March 16, 2027
How do I pay multiple invoices at one time?
- Complete registration[s] for ImpactED '27.
- If you plan to attend the boot camp, a pre-con, or post-con, register for that.
- Once registered for everything you would like to attend, please visit your profile.
- Click on invoices & payments [you will see a prompt that there are outstanding invoices].
- Scroll down to 'pay now'.
- Enter credit card information.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
- One Hundred Percent [100%] when the receipt date is greater than ninety
[90] days - Seventy-Five percent [75%] when the receipt date is between ninety [90]
days and sixty [60] days - Fifty percent [50%] when the receipt date is between sixty [60] days and
thirty [30] days - Twenty-Five percent [25%] when the receipt date is between thirty [30]
days and fifteen [15] days - No refund will be granted when the receipt date is fifteen [15] days or
less.
Are guests allowed to attend the receptions?
All conference related sessions, meals, and receptions are open to only conference registrants.
Are there sponsorship opportunities available?
Yes! ImpactED ’27 offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities for organizations looking to connect with education foundation leaders. All available sponsorship opportunities close January 15, 2027.
Who can I contact with questions about ImpactED ’27?
All inquiries regarding ImpactED '27 should be directed to info@educationfoundations.org.
Are continuing education credits available?
Yes! CFRE credits will be available for this conference.
Can I register for just one day?
One day pricing is not available.
Are group registration rates available?
Group registration rates are not available. Each attendee must be registered separately.
Do I have to attend the session I selected for in my registration?
No. Attendees are welcome to attend any breakout session during the conference and can move between sessions as they wish. Session selections made during registration simply help us gauge interest and plan accordingly.
Can I transfer my registration to someone else?
Yes! Please contact NAEF via email with the new contact information [full name, phone number, email]
Will session recordings be available after the conference?
Session recordings will not be available after the conference. Registrants will receive copies of the presentations before and after the conference. Please make sure your profile is up-to-date regarding your email preference's.
Is there a first-time attendee opportunity or orientation?
Yes! A first-time attendee meet & greet will be held on Wednesday, March 17 from 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM.
How will I receive updates and other communications regarding my ImpactED '27 registration/attendance?
All updates and other communications will be sent via email. Please make sure profile is up-to-date regarding your email preferences.
What are the hotel rooming accommodations?
A room block with a special conference rate is available for ImpactED ’27 attendees. Once the room block is full, additional rooms at the special rate are not guaranteed. We recommend booking your room as soon as possible to secure the conference rate.
What should I do if I need accessibility accommodations?
Please contact NAEF with your accommodations.
What airport is closest to the conference hotel?
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport [BWI].
What are the parking options at the conference hotel?
Daily valet parking at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront is $54.00 per day, and on-site self-parking is not available directly through the hotel. There are numerous parking garages and street parking within walking distance.