Leading Locally 2027 - Registration
Registration
Your conference registration includes all programming from the Opening Plenary on Tuesday through lunch on Thursday. Breakfasts and lunches are all included.
Registration Rates
Council Members
Leading Locally brings together organizations that share a commitment to strengthening communities and advancing the purpose of place. In recognition of the important role community foundations play in this work, we are introducing a discounted registration rate for community foundations that are members of the Council.
Thanks to generous sponsor support, every Council member can register at a rate below the per-person cost of producing the event.
Council Member Registration Rates:
| On or Before January 14 | January 15 – March 22 | On or After March 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Foundations | $1,225 | $1,425 | $1,625 |
| Non-Community Foundations | $1,525 | $1,725 | $1,925 |
Council on Foundations members will automatically receive discounted member pricing when they log in to register as an attendee. If you do not see the member price, reach out to membership@cof.org to confirm your account is set up correctly.
Place Builder Scholarship
The Place Builder Scholarship covers registration for those who may not otherwise be able to afford to attend Leading Locally 2027. The scholarship is open to Council members only. Travel, reimbursement for any meals outside the event, and accommodation are not included. The application deadline is December 11, 2026.
Partner Members
Local Partner Members
Members of our Local Partners — League of California Community Foundations and Philanthropy California — who are not also members of the Council on Foundations receive a discount of $500 off the nonmember rate through January 31. Contact these organizations for instructions on how to access your discount.
Local Partner Registration Rates:
- On or before January 31: $1,725
- On or after February 1: $2,425
Network Partner Members
Members of our Network Partners who are not members of the Council on Foundations receive a discount of $150 off the nonmember rate through January 31.
Contact these organizations for instructions on how to access your discount: CFLeads (discount is for Investors Only), Community Foundation Opportunity Network, CommA, Exponent Philanthropy, National Center for Family Philanthropy, ProNet, TAG, and Trust for Civic Life.
Network Partner Registration Rate:
- On or before January 31: $2,075
- On or after February 1: $2,425
Nonmembers
The nonmember registration rate is set at the actual per-attendee cost of the event. Register early to receive a discount or become a Council member to save even more.
Nonmember Registration Rates:
- On or before March 22: $2,225
- On or after March 23: $2,425
U.S. Government
Individuals representing U.S. Government institutions will automatically receive discounted pricing when they log in to register as an attendee. If you have any questions, please reach out to our team at conferences@cof.org.
U.S. Government Registration Rate:
- $900
International
Individuals outside the United States will automatically receive discounted pricing when they log in to register as an attendee. If you have any questions, please reach out to our team at conferences@cof.org.
Registration Rates:
- Members:
- On or Before January 14: $1,225
- January 15 - March 22: $1,425
- On or after March 23: $1,625
- Nonmembers:
- On or before March 22: $1,925
- On or after March 23: $2,125
Reception Only Registration
Only able to get away for an evening? Join us at our Welcome Reception on Tuesday, May 4, from 5:30–7 p.m. by purchasing a ticket for $250.
To register for the Welcome Reception only, select Reception Only as your Registration Type.
If you are registering for the entire conference, the reception is included. If you would like to bring a guest to the reception only, add them to your registration as a guest or have them register on their own as Reception Only.
Shaping the Future: Philanthropy & Public Policy
The Summit of Shaping the Future: Philanthropy & Public Policy will take place during the Leading Locally 2027 pre-conference sessions, but will require a separate registration. Find out more information about Shaping the Future and register.
Registration Cancellation
All Leading Locally 2027 registration transfers and cancellations must be submitted in writing to registration@cof.org. All cancellation refunds prior to March 31, 2027, will incur a 10% administrative fee. No refunds will be provided after March 31, 2026. A cancelled registration can be transferred to another person without fees through April 30, 2027.
Event Policies and Practices
Please review all Leading Locally 2027 Policies and Practices before registering, including:
Press Policy
Leading Locally 2027 provides an opportunity to hear from sector leaders on place-based giving initiatives, rural-urban collaborations, innovative community partnerships, and more trends and issues shaping the future of philanthropy.
If you are a member of the media and are interested in attending, please reach out to communications@cof.org. Our communications team is happy to help you get the most out of the convening and can arrange interviews with Council leadership and member foundations, connect you with speakers whose work fits your beat, and point you toward the sessions most relevant to what you're covering.
You are welcome to attend any session of your choosing. All sessions except plenaries will be off the record, and you should feel free to fully report on any plenary. We look forward to welcoming you to Los Angeles.
Questions?
Check out our FAQs page or contact conferences@cof.org with any other questions.