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Join us for an inspiring afternoon of connection, collaboration, and community impact! IMPACT 2025 is more than just an event—it’s a movement dedicated to creating lasting change. This year, we’re uniting business leaders and nonprofits to explore partnerships that drive meaningful progress in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

Who should attend? Anyone looking to connect with their new favorite charity, become a new—or better—board member, or network with other community leaders.

Come together with like-minded individuals, companies, foundations, and nonprofits to help foster collaboration and make a real difference. Your participation will support local efforts, including providing much-needed coats for children in our community.

Details

  • Date: September 25, 2025
  • Location: Glass City Center (401 Jefferson Avenue. Toledo, Ohio 43604)
  • Cost: $60 (100% of your ticket price goes directly towards purchasing coats for children in need.)
  • Event Schedule:
    • Board Member Accelerator Training (Optional): 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
      Strengthen your nonprofit leadership and governance with Aly Sterling Philanthropy.
    • Community Impact Showcase: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
      Engage with nonprofits, network with businesses, explore collaboration opportunities, and gain insights from influential business leaders during our leadership panel.

Highlights

  • Networking with Purpose: Engage with local nonprofits and business leaders committed to making a difference.
  • Community Impact Showcase: Explore collaboration opportunities with over 48 nonprofits focused on children and family services.
  • Leadership Panel: Hear from business and nonprofit leaders on how philanthropy can transform organizations and communities.
  • Board Member Accelerator Training (Optional): Strengthen your nonprofit leadership and governance skills with guidance from Aly Sterling Philanthropy.
  • Direct Impact: Every ticket purchased helps provide a warm coat for a child in need. 100% of ticket sales are allocated to purchasing coats, ensuring every dollar goes directly toward warming a child this winter.

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