Funding, innovation, AI and more: What to expect at AWS Imagine Nonprofit 2025

How can nonprofits use the latest technology to expand their reach and effectiveness? At the annual AWS Imagine for Nonprofits conference presented by Amazon Web Services (AWS), join industry experts and change makers to answer that question—and more.

On March 26, the Imagine Nonprofit conference will bring together nonprofit visionaries and leading technologists at Amazon HQ2 outside of Washington, DC. This no-cost, in-person event helps nonprofits rethink what’s possible for their missions with cloud technology. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader in business, technology, or operations, you’ll gain actionable insights, connect with peers, and explore how the latest AWS innovations can empower your mission.

Learn more about what Imagine Nonprofit has in store below and browse the full agenda.

Inspiring nonprofit leaders on the future of change

I’m excited to kick off the event with a keynote that explores how nonprofits can harness cloud technology to power smarter decisions using data and insights, expand mission delivery through enhanced engagement, and amplify human potential with intelligence and automation.

The event will feature presentations from Bernice Martin Lee, CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation, and Niraj Swami, senior director of conservation tech strategy and enablement at The Nature Conservancy. These nonprofit leaders will discuss how strategic technology adoption can amplify a nonprofit’s capacity for change.

Discover how technology can transform your mission

Featuring two learning tracks, the Imagine Nonprofit conference features more than a dozen breakout sessions led by nonprofit thought leaders. The Inspire track will showcase visionary sessions from nonprofit leaders, illustrating how technology transforms lives and expands mission impact. The Build track will offer deeper dives and hands-on workshops about cloud solutions, including generative AI services like Amazon Q and Amazon Bedrock, to help nonprofits build scalable, cost-effective cloud architectures.

Two sessions will highlight pressing topics for nonprofit leaders:

Beyond overhead: Making the case for technology funding in the social sector

When budgets are tight and teams need every dollar to help the communities they serve, strategic investment in the right technology can be a powerful mission accelerator, helping nonprofits reach more people cost-efficiently. Speakers from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Royal Bank of Canada Foundation, and the Robin Hood Foundation will share tips on how to make a case for technology to support your mission.

Real-world perspectives on responsible AI

AI is transforming nonprofit operations—but how do you ensure that your AI solutions are doing the most good for your beneficiaries and teams? In this session, leaders from FINCA International, Everytown for Gun Safety, and DonorSearch AI will discuss how nonprofit leaders should consider best practices for responsible AI adoption and how to maximize AI’s impact while protecting beneficiaries and business operations.

The full agenda features more than 20 nonprofit leaders representing charities, foundations, and other mission-driven organizations from around the world.

Connect directly with AWS Nonprofits team and AWS Partners

Do you have a specific question about how the AWS Cloud can support your organization? The Imagine Nonprofit conference is the place to ask.

The on-site Impact Lounge will feature representatives from the AWS Nonprofit team, a group with deep industry experience that understands how to tailor cloud solutions for nonprofits. Attendees will learn more about nonprofit-centric resources like the AWS Imagine Grant, the AWS Nonprofit Credit Program, and more.

In the Ask the Experts lounge, attendees can meet AWS solutions architects to discuss specific AWS and technology questions. The lounge will also feature hands-on demonstrations with AWS services, including PartyRock, a generative AI-powered playground that creates working custom applications from ideas and prompts using Amazon Bedrock.

Join us for a special opportunity to engage with Landmark Ventures Media and Expo Partners that offer dedicated services and support for the nonprofit sector. Representatives from AWS Partners Bonterra, CDW, Okta, and Sage will be available to discuss how their solutions help organizations modernize, strengthen security, and expand their impact.

Bonterra, the AWS Platinum Partner at Imagine for Nonprofits, is a leading force in mission-critical software solutions for social good organizations and will host a special giveaway at their booth. Bonterra will award more than $20,000 in donations to select attendees.

“With our bold partnership with AWS, we are not just envisioning a future— we are actively creating it together,” says Ben Cohen, Chief Revenue Officer at Bonterra. “Through innovative technology and AI solutions, we’re enabling organizations to maximize their impact and efficiency, ultimately driving greater social change.”

Visit the Bonterra booth to learn how to enter to win for your organization.

Network with nonprofit leaders and peers

With so many mission-driven leaders and technologists gathered in one place, the Imagine Nonprofit conference offers valuable opportunities to build connections. The agenda includes dedicated networking sessions throughout the day, culminating in a closing reception to continue conversations and foster new relationships.

Join the conversation before, during, and after the event by following the #AWSImagineNonprofit hashtag on LinkedIn. Get even more announcements, customer and expert interviews, and behind-the-scenes content to stay up-to-date with the latest news on the upcoming Imagine Nonprofit conference.

Learn more about Imagine Nonprofit

Nonprofits are changing the world—and technology is changing how they do it.

While Imagine Nonprofit is nearing capacity, you can still be a part of the conversation. Learn more about the Imagine Nonprofit conference, watch our library of on-demand sessions featuring nonprofit leaders and AWS experts, or get started with AWS by contacting our experts to start your AWS Cloud journey today.