Health & Safety @ TFN2022

Learn more about our updated COVID measures for TFN's Annual Conference in San Diego 

Dear TFN funders, partners and friends,

For nearly two years, we’ve had to navigate the impacts of the pandemic on our personal and professional lives, including figuring out how best to serve the people and communities we care about. That’s why I believe it is essential that we gather to share our experiences and insights if we are to seize this moment — as funders and as individuals — to bring about transformative change.  

It’s why TFN is committed to coming together in San Diego for our 2022 Annual Conference: Seize the Moment March 14-16. 
 
We pride ourselves in putting the wellbeing of people first: our members, our team, and our partners and allies. We (and our organizations) all have varying degrees of comfort when it comes to events and travelling these days, so I wanted to share the updated Health & Safety protocols in place for our annual conference. 
 
I hope sharing these measures helps you make an informed decision about whether to join us in San Diego. 
 
Here are the measures we have in place for TFN2022: 

• Wearing N95, KN95 or KF94 masks/face coverings while indoors, which TFN will provide attendees.  

• Proof of vaccination with exemptions for medical or religious reasons.  

• Proof of negative antigen COVID-19 test results taken within 24 hours of check-in at the event registration desk.  

• Daily, self-administered rapid antigen testing. (TFN will have self-testing kits available for purchase at cost.) 

Additionally, the TFN team is working diligently to plan for reasonable social distancing for concurrent sessions and other events at our conference venue, the US Grant Hotel.  
 
While I truly look forward to seeing you at the conference, I also recognize and understand that the challenges presented by this pandemic haven't hit us all evenly — especially if you or someone you care for is medically vulnerable or you have children in your household who are too young to be vaccinated. 

To those of you who can't make it to San Diego, please know that we understand and are thinking of you. (And we'll continue to offer virtual events throughout the year as part of our TFN learning agenda.)  
 
Please take a moment to read the full Health & Safety section on our TFN2022 website. 
 
While you're there, be sure to check out our amazing conference agenda and other highlights! 

In solidarity,



Patricia L.  Smith
President & CEO

TFN’s 2022 Annual Conference: Seize the Moment is an opportunity to come together after two years of disruption to share how philanthropy can effectively and equitably deploy resources where they are most needed.

We'll bring together funders from across North America to expand our learning, foster collaboration and catalyze action.

We recognize that the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, coupled with a long-overdue national reckoning on racial justice and the ever-increasing impacts of climate crises and extreme weather, has presented us with a singular moment in history.

Some of the topics we'll explore in San Diego: 

• How can philanthropy best support community-powered efforts to combat the climate crisis, address racial injustice and build economic opportunities?
• As communities continue to grapple with the disastrous health, social and economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, how do we ensure a truly equitable recovery?
• How can the sector effectively advocate for equitable policies at the local, state and regional level — and leverage its reputational capital to combat disinformation and defend against the erosion of civil liberties?
• What are the tools and strategies that can improve the outcomes and impact of grantmaking, especially for marginalized and underrepresented communities?

TFN’s 2022 Annual Conference takes place March 14-16 at the US Grant Hotel in downtown San Diego. 

The landmark hotel is nestled in the city’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, known for its rich Victorian architecture and history. (And there are several local attractions and landmarks to enjoy nearby.)  

The hotel is currently owned by the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation tribe, who are indigenous to the area now known as San Diego County, and managed by Marriott Bonvoy.

PLEASE NOTE: There are no longer rooms at our conference venue available at the TFN conference rate. If you need alternate accomodations, nearby hotels include: Westgate Hotel, Kimpton Hotel Palomar, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown, Gaslamp Plaza Suites, The Bristol Hotel, and The Sofia Hotel.

Your registration fees help support the network’s over-arching mission to leverage philanthropy’s unique potential to help create communities and regions that are sustainable, prosperous and just for all people. 

These fees also help us offset programmatic and operational costs incurred in the planning and production of our signature annual events, including honoraria for invited nonprofit speakers and equitable payment to local vendors. Your contributions also help underwrite complimentary registration for our 2022 PLACES Fellows and discounted rates for PLACES Alumni. 

Registration is open to donors, staff, directors and trustees of all grantmaking institutions organizations. 
 

ATTENDEES 

TFN Member: $850

Non-member: $1,100 

PLACES ALUMNI 

Discounted Rate: $500

DAY RATES
Monday: $325
Tuesday: $400
Wednesday: $275

GROUP RATES
Group rates are available for TFN member organizations with three or more attendees. TFN member organizations will see group rate options on the registration form.

We recognize that many organizations are facing challenges during these uncertain times. If cost is a barrier to participating in this event, please reach out to Maureen Lawless, Vice President & Director, Member Services. 

"We’re excited that TFN’s 2022 Annual Conference will take place in our home state of California. 

With a diverse population, rich cultural heritage and geographic location as a border community, San Diego provides critical context and opportunities to learn as we address pressing issues such as immigration, climate change, affordable housing and more." 

Read the full message from our TFN2022 Co-chairs Christiana DeBenedict, Craig Martinez and Marisa Aurora Quiroz.