Events
NNFS National Gathering 2026
SEPTEMBER 22 2026 – SEPTEMBER 25 2026
Detroit, Michigan
A Season of Reflection & Bold Intention is this year's theme for our 2026 National Gathering.
Join us in Detroit where fiscal sponsors come together to share information on fiscal sponsorship practice, learn from each other and experts, discuss challenges - and also celebrate successes, share stories, and build relationships. This year we'll learn more about the fiscal sponsorship landscape in the Detroit region, talk about the future of fiscal sponsorship and host a variety of sessions for both emerging and experienced fiscal sponsors.
Help Support Connecting the Network
The National Network of Fiscal Sponsors gathering is one of a kind, bringing together fiscal sponsors from all over the United States. Aid the Gathering in keeping that connection point:
Schedule
Tuesday, September 22 2026
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If you have arrived at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center early, we would love for you to join us and other attendees for drinks and light fare!
Wednesday, September 23 2026
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Come grab some breakfast and pick up your badge and program book at the Registration Table.
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Join us for our opening plenary that will explore an aspect of this year’s theme — a collective invitation to pause, reflect, and realign.
Facilitator: Coming Soon
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Enjoy a Buffet Lunch!
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Our breakout sessions feature leaders, thinkers, and members of the fiscal sponsorship community as they share their knowledge to help you navigate your fiscal journey. This year, sessions explore topics such as developing values for stronger cases for support, navigating structural changes in the face of the changing days, and hands-on workshops that aid in catering to your organizations needs.
Final Breakouts Sessions coming soon.
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Our breakout sessions feature leaders, thinkers, and members of the fiscal sponsorship community as they share their knowledge to help you navigate your fiscal journey. This year, sessions explore topics such as developing values for stronger cases for support, navigating structural changes in the face of the changing days, and hands-on workshops that aid in catering to your organizations needs.
Final Breakouts Sessions coming soon.
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Join us for drinks and lite fare!
Thursday, September 24 2026
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Come grab some breakfast before getting into your next session!
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Join us for our Thursday plenary that will explore an aspect of this year’s theme — a collective invitation to pause, reflect, and realign.
Facilitator: Coming Soon
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Join an affinity group of your choosing or organize your own!
These short sessions following Thursday’s opening plenary are an opportunity to network and share with others you feel aligned with.
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Join an affinity group of your choosing or organize your own!
These short sessions following Thursday’s opening plenary are an opportunity to network and share with others you feel aligned with.
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Enjoy a Buffet Lunch!
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Our breakout sessions feature leaders, thinkers, and members of the fiscal sponsorship community as they share their knowledge to help you navigate your fiscal journey. This year, sessions explore topics such as developing values for stronger cases for support, navigating structural changes in the face of the changing days, and hands-on workshops that aid in catering to your organizations needs.
Final Breakouts Sessions coming soon.
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Our breakout sessions feature leaders, thinkers, and members of the fiscal sponsorship community as they share their knowledge to help you navigate your fiscal journey. This year, sessions explore topics such as developing values for stronger cases for support, navigating structural changes in the face of the changing days, and hands-on workshops that aid in catering to your organizations needs.
Final Breakouts Sessions coming soon.
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Detroit, Michigan
You’re free to enjoy the sights of Detroit, Michigan!
Friday, September 25 2026
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Come grab some breakfast before getting into your next session!
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Our breakout sessions feature leaders, thinkers, and members of the fiscal sponsorship community as they share their knowledge to help you navigate your fiscal journey. This year, sessions explore topics such as developing values for stronger cases for support, navigating structural changes in the face of the changing days, and hands-on workshops that aid in catering to your organizations needs.
Final Breakouts Sessions coming soon.
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The Mariott Detroit Renaissance Center, Room Location coming soon
Join us for our closing plenary that will explore an aspect of this year’s theme — a collective invitation to pause, reflect, and realign.
Facilitator: Coming Soon
LIVE From Phoenix, AZ
Listen to the voices of the fiscal sponsorship community that were in attendance of the National Gathering 2025.
FAQ
Registration Information
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With this event, we are intentionally trying to make this a more equitable space where smaller organizations have the same access as larger ones, so registration is based on the overall revenue size of your organization, arranged in four (4) tiers.
The deadline for registration is September 1.
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Tier 1 - Fiscal Sponsor Org - Less than $2M
Tier 2 - Fiscal Sponsor Org - $2M - 9.9M
Tier 3 - Fiscal Sponsor Org - $10M - 49M
Tier 4 - Fiscal Sponsor Org - $50M and up
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The registration fee includes all sessions, provided meals, and networking happy hours. Registration does not include transportation to and from the venue or lodging.
Transportation & Lodging in Detroit
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We have a large room block at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, where all of the Gathering will take place. Please reserve your room by September 1. Reserve at our discounted rates on Passkey.
Check in is 4:00pm and Check out is 11:00am.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made 48 hours prior to arrival. Please note that we will assess a one-night fee if you cancel after the deadline.
There is a hotel restaurant and bar, Fuell and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Motor City Pantry is open from 6 AM–12 AM for grab and go options. Illy Cafe is open from 6 AM–1 PM (coffee, breakfast, sandwiches).
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$14.95 a day. Complimentary Basic Internet in guest rooms with individual Bonvoy membership. You can join at Join Marriott Bonvoy, it is free to join!
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1. Use Rideshare – Detroit has Lyft and Uber options
2. Here’s ground transportation info from the Detroit Metro Airport, view more information on Metro Airport website.
3. Detroit Air Xpress - 16 trips from 3:30am-11:00pm from airport to downtown Detroit, view more information on the Detroit Air Xpress website.
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It is recommended to park in the Beaubien Garage (on Beaubien) next to the hotel, which offers in and out privileges to guests for a flat rate of $25/day which can be charged to guestrooms. Valet parking is available for $30daily/$40 overnight.
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The Detroit People Mover – A free tram system with various stops around the Detroit downtown area. There is an interactive map on the website and each stop lists shops and restaurants accessible from there.
Q Line – A 3.3-mile circulating streetcar running along Woodward Avenue between Congress Street and West Grand Boulevard in downtown Detroit. The QLine stretches from downtown through New Center and drops you off near prime locations, including: Little Caesars Arena, The Detroit Institute of Arts and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Headways ranging from 8 to 12 minutes. The streetcar route has 20 stations serving 12 locations.
Transportation & Lodging in Detroit
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Visit Detroit – Check it out for upcoming events and attractions
Detroit Institute of Arts – Can be reached on the Q line
Museum of Contemporary Art – Can be reached on Q line
Michigan Central Train Station – Newly renovated train station with tours, events, etc.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
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