Nonprofit Legal, Finance and Grants Conference

Vault is proud to serve as a Gold Sponsor of the 2026 Nonprofit Legal, Finance, and Grants Conference, taking place October 7–8 in Washington, DC.

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This two-day event brings together nonprofit leaders and professionals for expert-led education across three specialized tracks: nonprofit legal issues, finance and tax guidance, and federal grants compliance.

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Vault Senior Directors Jess Roper, CPA, and Catherine Robbins, CPA, CGMA, will also take the stage as conference speakers. Drawing on their experience supporting nonprofit financial operations, they will share practical perspectives to help organizations strengthen financial management and prepare for evolving challenges.

 

 

Event Highlights

 

• Two days of expert-led education

• Legal, finance, and federal grants compliance tracks

• Timely discussions about internal controls, financial risk, technology, AI, funding, and regulatory change

• Opportunities to connect with nonprofit leaders and ask speakers questions

• Access to the 2026 Nonprofit CFO Awards Reception

• Opportunities to earn CLE, CPE/GPCI, and CAE credits, subject to conference requirements and availability

 

 

Who Should Attend?

 

The conference is designed for nonprofit professionals responsible for financial, legal, operational, and grants-related decisions, including:
 

• CEOs, CFOs, and other senior leaders

• Finance directors, controllers, and accountants

• Legal counsel and compliance professionals

• Grants and program leaders

• Attorneys, accountants, consultants, and other professionals serving nonprofit organizations
   

We look forward to connecting with nonprofit leaders, learning alongside fellow professionals, and contributing to important conversations about accountability, compliance, and financial sustainability.

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Event Details

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​Dates: October 7–8, 2026
Location: Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Hosted by: Association Trends, a division of CBIS

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