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Bridge Conference 2026: Connecting the Nonprofit Community

The Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising Conference is set to make its much-anticipated return from July 29 to 31, 2026, at the stunning Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center located in National Harbor, Maryland. Celebrating its 21st year, this year's event promises to attract a remarkable gathering of over 2,400 professionals specializing in marketing, fundraising, and the nonprofit sector. With a focus on collaboration, education, and innovation, attendees will have the unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders and peers from across the nation.

Anchored under the powerful theme "Stronger Than the Moment," the conference is designed to help nonprofit organizations navigate the complexities of modern fundraising and marketing strategies. Participants can look forward to an enriching itinerary that includes more than 125 educational sessions and presentations from over 250 expert speakers. Topics surrounding donor acquisition, retention strategies, the actionable use of data and analytics, as well as the latest creative strategies including digital innovation powered by artificial intelligence, are on the agenda.

One of the standout features of this year's conference is the opening keynote session, which will be delivered by the renowned Dr. Americus Reed II, a distinguished Professor of Marketing at the Wharton School. Dr. Reed, widely recognized as the world's foremost