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GPC Gathering in New York

Courageous Leadership: The Path of Bold Philanthropy
May 7-8, 2025 • Brooklyn Botanic Garden • New York City

Subject: Join us in May in NYC for the GPC Gathering – A Journey in Courageous Philanthropy


In a time of overlapping global crises, the need for courageous leadership has never been more urgent.

Resolute courage-to step beyond the familiar and embrace bold, transformative approaches-is essential if we are to create a just and flourishing future for both people and the planet. As philanthropists and changemakers, we hold the power to foster meaningful change. However, to do so requires a willingness to challenge the status quo, embrace inner work, and take bold, sometimes uncomfortable, steps toward systemic transformation.

Why Join Us?

  • Inspiration for Action: Discover actionable strategies and the motivation to adopt bold approaches in your philanthropic journey.
  • Network Expansion: Engage with a diverse community of philanthropists, fostering potential partnerships and collaborations.
  • Transformative Conversations: Participate in dialogues that challenge assumptions and explore innovative solutions for systemic change.
 


Program

The Courageous Leadership: The Path of Bold Philanthropy program will feature a dynamic blend of keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops.

A detailed program schedule will be released in March 2025. Stay tuned for more updates! To learn more, contact experiences@synergos.org.

Highlights will include:

  • Case studies showcasing innovative philanthropic efforts and their transformative impact
  • Guided conversations on embracing risk and driving systemic change
  • Opportunities for collaborative problem-solving and innovation


The GPC Gathering in New York is part of the Synergos Global Gathering, which also includes the David Rockefeller Bridging Leadership Award on Tuesday, May 6. The Bridging Leadership Award is an evening of inspiration and exploration at the iconic New York Historical. Together in this storied space, we will honor the theme of courageous leadership and reflect on the future of Synergos’ growing global network.

Confirmed GPC Gathering Speakers

Patrick Dowd
The Long Now Foundation

Peggy Dulany
Synergos

Dr. Francis Kuria
Religions for Peace

Dr. Ori Leshman
Music for Dialogue

Rodney McKenzie
The Fetzer Institute

Venue

The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an urban botanic garden that connects people to the world of plants, fostering delight and curiosity while inspiring an appreciation and sense of stewardship of the environment.