It is said that without a vision for our future we will always return to our past.
If the pandemic taught us anything it is that significant movements in policy can happen in a short period of time if there is urgency and vision.
Our tax code is the unsung hero of economic support for low-income workers and families. While progress has been made to expand tax credits, the systems of support to help families take advantage of them is, at best, not reaching its potential and at worst, deeply inequitable and inefficient.
What is the vision for the system of supports that enable families to access these important tax benefits and achieve economic security? Join the EITC Funders Network and other futurists to learn about significant, future focused ideas that could transform how families access tax credits and receive economic support. The meeting will draw on a soon-to-be-published series of provocative briefs written by field experts that answer the question: What are innovations that would dramatically improve the ability of low- and moderate-income taxpayers to access all the tax benefits there are eligible for? This future-focused gathering will include discussions with field leaders on these innovations and roundtable discussions with like-minded funders to outline action steps.
Participation in this meeting is limited to staff of philanthropic organizations and philanthropic advisors.
Featured Speakers
- Erin Currier, W.K. Kellogg Foundation
- Sam Hammond, Niskanen Center
- Robin McKinney, CASH Campaign
- David Newville, Code for America
- Nina Olsen, Center for Taxpayer Rights
- Leigh Phillips, SaverLife
- Bryndan Stueve, United Way Worldwide
- Melanie Styles, Abell Foundation
Preliminary Agenda
Registration Information
Registration: This program is for funders and philanthropic advisors whose primary activity is grantmaking. Staff from philanthropic serving organizations are also eligible to join.
- Early Bird: $45
- Regular: $75
A limited number of scholarships are available to support participants if the fees are cost prohibitive to participation. Please contact Ami Nagle @ ami@eitcfunders.org for more information.
Cancellations/Substitutions: All cancellations will be subject to a $10 administrative fee. All cancellations must be submitted in writing on or before April 5, 2023. No requests for refunds will be granted after this date or for no shows. Participants can avoid the $10 cancellation fee by transferring their registration to a colleague or peer before April 13, 2023. Requests for cancellations and substitutions must be submitted in writing to ami@eitcfunders.org. All refunds will be issued after the event.
Timeline:
- Early Bird registration closes: March 30
- Last day to cancel for a refund: April 5
- Registration closes: End of Day April 13
- Last day to transfer your registration (with fee): April 13
Meeting Materials & Resources
Health & Safety Information
EITC Funders Network is committed to ensuring the safety of our members and guests and will comply with all national and local protocols.
- Proof of Vaccination: EITC Funders Network will follow CDC guidelines regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and require proof of vaccination. All session attendees – including funders, speakers, consultants, and EITC Funders Network staff – will be required to provide proof of vaccination as a part of the registration process. Exemptions may be made for health or religious reasons, but may require additional safety measures. If you wish to request a vaccination exemption, please email ami@eitcfunders.org.
- Masks: While masks are not required at the convening, they are encouraged if it helps your comfort level.
- Personal Space Indicator: All attendees will be provided with a color coded indicator to reflect their comfort level with regard to personal space.
No person may participate in the session if they become ill, or exhibit any signs and symptoms of COVID-19 during the convening. EITC FN reserves the right to refuse entry to any participant who exhibits any symptoms of illness or who refuses to present any required documentation.
All COVID protocols are subject to change depending on local COVID rates and CDC guidelines. We will notify all participants of any changes and expect full compliance with requirements.