Kindelsperger Forum - The Power of Place: How Community Shapes Philanthropy

When:  Wed, Oct 21, 2026 from 08:00 AM to 09:45 AM (ET)
Associated with  AFP IN, Indiana Chapter

The Kindelsperger Forum, sponsored by Johnson Grossnickle and Associates (JGA) in partnership with AFP Indiana in memory of former JGA colleague Kris Kindelsperger, brings fundraising professionals together for conversation and learning.

This year’s Forum will feature a panel moderated by JGA with leaders from different parts of Indiana. Together, they’ll explore how community shapes philanthropy, including the role of local relationships and identity, what influences generosity and decision-making, how donor expectations are changing, and what fundraisers should understand about the communities they serve.

Panelists include: 

  • James Schacht, Vice President, Corporate Responsibility, Cummins Inc. and CEO, The Cummins Foundation, Inc.
  • Angela Carr Klitzsch, President and CEO, Indiana Philanthropy Alliance
  • David Lasater, James Kirby Risk Endowed President & CEO, The Community Foundation of Greater Lafayette
  • Kendra Klink, Executive Director, The James Foundation
  • Sara Van Slambrook, Chief Impact Officer, United Way of Central Indiana


AFP-IC Member:  $30
Nonmember:  $45

AFP-IC's annual meeting will also be held during this program.

Location

INHP
2960 N Meridian St., Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46208
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