Events calendar

Fundholder Event

Meet community organizations and learn what they do using the speed-dating model.

We believe magic happens when community leaders and donors unite. Sometimes all it takes is a spark. Piloted in 2019, with a necessary COVID hiatus, we are planning to be back in September with this event. Our promise? A great group of people coming together with no other agenda but to meet and learn from one another, one lightning-short conversation at a time. Who knows, maybe you’ll walk away with a lifelong community partner. Or maybe you’ll just leave feeling really, really inspired. 

NOTE TO INTROVERTS: No pressure. Honestly. 
Quote from a past attendee who was reluctant. 

Public Event

Hear about the latest research we’ve produced uncovering vital insights on the health of our city and quality of life for its residents.

How does social trust, social networks, and civic connection combine to create the essential “lubricant” for societies to function? In the 2nd edition of the Toronto Social Capital Study, we pick up on the landmark research publication conducted four years ago to see what has changed since then. Social capital is one of the rare cross-cutting measures that is as relevant to mental health as it is to arts and culture or environmental activism. Join us for a conversation on the findings, which will help enhance the work of thousands of community organizations working on the frontlines and inform critical public policy too. 

Fundholder Event

A session to learn about shared impact focused on social impact investing at Toronto Foundation.

Back again for our third year, this session is about impact beyond granting. It’s where charitable giving merges with traditional investing in a new, purpose-driven paradigm. Some refer to it as producing a double bottom line where social and financial outcomes are equally valued. We call it progress.

Endowments are increasingly scrutinized for leaving money “on the sidelines.” In response, community-minded leaders and investors are finding creative ways to come together to have a shared impact – one of these is our Toronto Foundation Social Impact Investment (SII) Fund. Whether you are already a contributor to TF’s SII Fund or would like to learn more by hearing from some of our current SII investees, this event is for you!

Fundholder Event

A wrap-up event where we review the highlights of our learning year and discuss where to go from here when it comes to your philanthropy.

Class of 2022 ends in this annual fireside chat with our CEO and Board Chair as we take time to reflect on the year that was at Toronto Foundation and consider important developments that are driving our work ahead. You’ll also learn from philanthropists about what’s stood out for them on their journey and how these lessons have shaped their giving.