The Development Leadership Consortium is committed to building an inclusive culture of philanthropy in Chicago.

Our mission is to mentor fundraising professionals who are new to the field and to engage them throughout their careers, encouraging their growth into committed, connected leaders of the philanthropic community in Chicago and beyond.

We are proud to offer two signature programs aimed at professionals in philanthropy. Our Annual Fellows Program is geared towards professionals in their early and intermediate stages of their career in advancement. Our Management Fellows Program is for advanced professionals and is designed to prepare new generations of non-profit managers to lead their organizations with confidence and knowledge.

There are several ways to lead and benefit from leaders in the field through the Development Leadership Consortium (DLC). Whether you would like to become a mentor to young professionals, are looking to broaden your network, or would like to give a leadership gift to support our work, we have many engagement options. 

Events give us the time and space to network with peers, share best practices, and develop important skills in philanthropy. Events are a key driver of our network and our success.

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