2026 Program Schedule

Monday, October 5, 2026
12:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Arrivals and Hotel Check-in
 
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
DXS Welcome Party at Soho House Dumbo

We’re kicking off the Donor Experience Summit in true New York style. Join us on the rooftop terrace of Soho House overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge for cocktails, substantial bites and incredible views. This is your first chance to meet with fellow DXS attendees, soak in the skyline, and set the tone for an inspiring week ahead. Once you’ve checked in at the Ace Hotel, head to the lobby to meet your Pod Leader and catch one of these departing shuttles to the Welcome Party.

Shuttle Departure Schedule 
Ace Hotel Brooklyn to Dumbo House (55 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201)

  • • Departure: 5:15pm 
  • • Departure: 5:35pm
  • • Departure: 6:00pm  
  • • Departure: 6:30pm 
  • • Departure: 7:00pm
  • • Departure: 7:30pm (last shuttle!)
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
Buses Depart Hotel for Industry City

Tuesday departures from Ace to Industry City are:

  • 8:30AM
  • 8:45AM
  • 9:00AM

 

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning Sessions
 
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Break
 
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Working Lunch - Day 1

Catch up on emails or join networking pods over lunch. You can also visit the Fundraise Up office, tour Industry City, or take a quiet moment for yourself.

3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Break
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Buses Depart to Cohort Dine-Arounds
 
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Cohort Dine-Around in Brooklyn

This evening we'll break into cohort groups and explore Brooklyn’s best restaurants for dinner. Connect with like-minded peers, catch up on the day's sessions and look forward to Day 2 programing.

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
Buses Depart Hotel for Industry City

Wednesday departures from Ace to Industry are:

  • 9:00AM
  • 9:10AM
  • 9:20AM
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning Sessions
 
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Working Lunch - Day 2

Catch up on emails, network with guests, or schedule 1:1 time with the Fundraise Up team or Partner for personalized Power Hour coaching session. 

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Afternoon Sessions
 
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Closing Remarks
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Buses Depart to Closing Reception
 
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Skyline Soirée at The Rooftop Garden, Brooklyn Grange

Close out DXS in style at our rooftop sunset celebration at Brooklyn Grange. Enjoy skyline views, curated cocktails, and one last chance to connect with fellow nonprofit leaders as we toast to everything we’ve learned - and everything ahead.

 

7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Departures Start for the ACE Hotel
 
Thursday, October 8, 2026
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Departures and Hotel Check Out