African American Development Officers Network (AADO)

AADO Connect 2026

AADO Connect 2026 is a new regional conference series created to bring meaningful learning, connection, and inspiration to fundraising professionals of color across the country. These one-day events are designed to meet professionals where they are, offering practical insights, powerful conversations, and opportunities to build lasting relationships within the fundraising community.

Each AADO Connect event will feature high-impact professional development sessions, thought-provoking discussions, and opportunities for networking with colleagues, sponsors, and community leaders.

AADO Connect will take place in multiple cities across the country between September and November 2026, including events on the West Coast, Midwest, East Coast, and in Atlanta, our home base.

To support access and participation, AADO will offer a limited number of conference registration scholarships for individuals who may need financial assistance to attend.

The application period will run from April 1-15, 2026. AADO will handle the registration process for all selected scholarship recipients.

Who Should Apply

This scholarship is intended for AADO members who would benefit from financial assistance to attend an AADO Connect event.
We encourage applications from fundraising professionals at all career stages who are committed to advancing philanthropy and leadership within their communities.

What the Scholarship Covers

The scholarship covers the cost of registration for one AADO Connect event.

Scholarship recipients will be responsible for their own:

• Travel
• Lodging or accommodations if needed
• Meals outside of conference programming
• Any additional personal expenses

Questions

Email: info@aadoconference.com
Website: www.aadoconference.com