# San Diego Fundraising Conference

> The San Diego Fundraising Conference is an annual, in-person conference for nonprofit professionals focused on practical fundraising strategy, peer learning, and leadership development. The 2026 conference takes place September 9–10, 2026 in San Diego, California.

The conference brings together nonprofit fundraisers, executives, and board members to explore donor behavior, fundraising communication, AI-informed strategy, and sustainable revenue growth. It is designed to provide actionable insights, real-world tools, and meaningful peer connection.

## Core Event

- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/ : Homepage and primary event overview, including dates, venue, speakers, and registration access

## Conference Overview

- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/about-the-conference : Background, purpose, and long-standing role of the conference in supporting nonprofit professionals
- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/why-attend : Value-focused content describing benefits such as donor retention, board engagement, AI-informed fundraising, and peer connection

## Program & Content

- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/agenda : Conference agenda with session-level detail, including keynote and breakout sessions on donor behavior, communication, and fundraising strategy
- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/sessions/neurogiving-the-neuroscience-of-why-we-give-and-what-to-do-about-it : Session on neuroscience and donor decision-making
- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/sessions/exactly-what-to-say-for-impact : Session on fundraising communication and donor conversations
- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/sessions/designing-for-generosity : Session on donor experience and generosity-focused design

## Speakers

- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/speakers : Speaker overview and conference faculty
- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/speakers/cherian-koshy : Keynote speaker Cherian Koshy, Vice President at Kindsight, focused on neuroscience and fundraising strategy
- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/speakers/dana-snyder : Keynote speaker Dana Snyder, Founder & CEO of Positive Equation, focused on recurring giving and nonprofit growth

## Registration & Logistics

- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/pricing-registration : Registration pricing, phased ticket structure, and included benefits
- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/faqs : Frequently asked questions covering logistics, pricing, accessibility, policies, and attendee experience

## Sponsorship

- https://www.sdfundraisingconference.com/sponsors : Sponsorship opportunities and supporting organizations aligned with the nonprofit sector

## Entity Summary

The San Diego Fundraising Conference is an in-person nonprofit fundraising conference held annually in San Diego, California. It is organized by San Diego Foundation and National University Fundraising Academy and supported by sponsors from across the nonprofit and philanthropic sector.

The conference emphasizes:
- Practical, real-world fundraising strategies
- Donor behavior and decision-making insights
- Communication and relationship-building skills
- Leadership development and board engagement
- Peer connection within the nonprofit community

The event is designed for nonprofit fundraisers, development professionals, executive leaders, and board members seeking actionable learning and sector-relevant insights.