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Philanthropy Camp for Women

This 8-week course is filled with engaging activities and discussions as we explore philanthropy together.

Enrollment for Fall 2026 Program is now open!!

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Philanthropy Camp for Women is YOUR opportunity to learn to be a philanthropist, which everyone can do.

Are you aware of how you give? This is our starting point for Philanthropy Camp—building awareness of how we already give. From there we’ll uncover your values, enabling you to be more intentional about your giving as you rediscover the joy of giving.

Do you want to make a difference in your community or the world? Do you want to engage your family in giving? Then Philanthropy Camp for Women is for YOU!

Starting this October, you’ll get:

  • 6 x 2-hour facilitated sessions
  • 2 x 1-hour Q&A sessions
  • 1 x 60-min 1:1 Session with Deborah
  • $100 of your fee goes toward a Giving Circle donation

 

You’ll also gain:

  • CLARITY around why you give and how you give
  • COURAGE to give in ways you haven’t before
  • CONFIDENCE to take action and allow your giving to evolve
  • CONNECTION with like-minded women on the same journey 
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Have you ever said any of the following?

? – I feel isolated. I don’t know who to talk to about giving.

? – I feel so overwhelmed by all the donation requests.

? – I don’t know how to decide between all these causes and organizations.

? – I don’t know how to say NO.

? – I want to be more organized with my giving.

? – I wish I could be a philanthropist.

If you recognize yourself in any of these statements, then Philanthropy Camp for Women is for you.

This 8-week course is an opportunity to learn in community with women who are interested in giving like you. Who want to be more thoughtful and intentional in their giving, like you.

Join me as we explore philanthropy together through engaging activities and discussions.

Over the course of 6 weeks, you will:

Create awareness around how you already give in your life (hint: it’s more than just money!)

Articulate your values and learn how to align your giving with them

Develop a vision for your overall giving

Set a giving goal

Explore the who, where, what, when, why, and how of giving in order to create a Giving Profile

Create a Philanthropy Plan for your future giving

Discuss the money messages we heard growing up

Gain a basic understanding of giving in the U.S.

Learn how to say NO to requests

Engage in a Giving Circle ($100 of your fee will go toward this pool of funds that we will collectively decide where to donate)

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Do you want to identify YOUR giving style?

FREE EVENT: Identify Your Giving Style - Live Q&A

Unsure if Philanthropy Camp for Women is for you? Have questions and want to know more? 

Come identify your giving style while also learning about Philanthropy Camp for Women–with philanthropy advisor and founder of Enlightened Philanthropy, Deborah Goldstein.

During this free one-hour info session, you’ll:

  • Identify your giving style
  • Learn why Deborah started camp and what it entails
  • Hear a testimonial from a former camper
  • Get to ask Deborah questions
 

Date: Weds, September 2, 2026

Time: 12 pm PST

Location: Live on Zoom

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All Sessions will be held online via Zoom
$ 1450
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ONE-TIME PAYMENT
  • Starts October 7th 2026
  • 6 x 2-hour facilitated sessions
  • 2 x 1-hour Q&A sessions
  • 1 hour 1:1 Session with Deborah
  • $100 Giving Circle donation
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Philanthropy Camp for Women — Full Dates

Our Facilitated Sessions:
Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 28, November 4, 18, 25
3 pm – 5 pm PST

Q&A Sessions:
Wednesdays, October 21, November 11
3 pm – 4 pm PST

Have questions? Want to know more before you sign up?
Join Deborah on Sept 2nd for her free live Q&A session. Not only will you learn all about camp, Deborah will show you how to identify YOUR very own giving style!

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Here’s what people are saying:

It's absolutely the best thing I've participated in for years! “Philanthropy Camp for Women is a perfect way to jumpstart your philanthropic journey if you are new, or also to reinvigorate that journey if you have been on it for a while....It's a process that gives you lots of time and structure to reflect while also benefitting from hearing from other women about their journeys. ”
Susan H., Retired Woman Business Owner
I haven’t felt this engaged in years. “It is an eye-opening and inspirational conversation--with like-minded women--about what really matters.”
Leslie B., former business owner
This was a fantastic experience. “Each session was chock filled with fun exercises, and special conversations. I felt that I learned a lot, but even more, I developed some ideas, BIG potential plans, met some fun women, and so much more. Put this down as a 'must do' for next time it is offered.”
Lori Silver, Estate Planning & Tax Attorney
I thought the class was one of the best continuing personal education classes I’ve taken. “We had a small group of wonderful women who shared openly, which made the class very informative and eye opening to new perspectives on philanthropy.”
Donna Aikins, Freelance Graphic Designer/Product Developer
Philanthropy Camp was outstanding! “I wasn’t sure exactly what I was in for, but knew that giving and a clear vision of how to accomplish that giving was a life long pursuit and goal. In a short time and through the discussions led by Deborah, I was able to determine my main giving values and define a plan to be a better philanthropist. I would whole-heartedly recommend giving yourself this opportunity.”
Julie Ahearn, Video Producer

FAQs

First and foremost, you can expect to gain clarity around your giving. Many people come in to this experience feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and unsure how to be more intentional about their giving. The process we go through during Philanthropy Camp for Women is intended to help you move beyond those feelings toward a better understanding of your values and how you want to give in the world.

For the first six sessions—YES! To get the most out of this course, I highly encourage you to clear your schedule and make your attendance a priority. 

Sessions will be recorded and available for a limited time after camp is over.

Sessions will be recorded and available for a limited time following camp. However, to stay on track with the content, it’s best to attend live.

Besides our time together each week, plan to spend another 1-2 hours per week outside of class to do homework between sessions. The more you invest in this work, the more you’ll get from the course.

I will send some materials in advance of the first session via mail. Other materials will be sent via email in advance of each session. I suggest you have paper and pen ready as well for taking notes.

Refunds will be offered up until one week prior to the start of the course. To complete your refund, we require a receipt or proof of purchase. Reimbursement will be made using the same means of payment used for the initial transaction.

Given the format for Fall 2025, if for some reason you have signed up for Camp and the dates/times the cohort chooses don’t work for you, a refund will be issued.

Yes! Philanthropy Camp for Women is offered in the Fall and Spring each year. 

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Like the idea of Philanthropy Camp? I’m open to offering it for different audiences and in different formats (e.g. weekend retreat, in person), so if you have a ready made group–friends, neighbors, investment pals, dinner club–let’s talk!

Just ask! I’m always happy to jump on a quick call to determine whether or not this course is for you.

Receive 20% off a 1-on-1 one hour session with me!

That’s a savings of $70 when you register for camp. 

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