Gratitude Network Summit 2025

2025 Summit
📍 October 8–10 | San Francisco, California
Welcome to the official page for Gratitude Network’s 2025 Summit! Here is your one-stop shop for all things Summit!
We’re excited to bring Gratitude Network’s community of nonprofit leaders, coaches, alumni, board members, and community champions from around the world to share in three (3) days of innovation, inspiration, and impact.
This year’s theme — Catalysts of Change: Empowering Leaders through Community, Collaboration, and Innovation for a Brighter Future — reflects our belief that true impact happens when changemakers come together. Over the course of the Summit, attendees will have the opportunity to embody this theme through interactive, dynamic learning sessions, meaningful networking experiences, and collaborative problem-solving. Together, we will ignite bold ideas and build the connections needed to drive lasting change for children around the world.
Our Summit 2025 Impact
Accommodations
Accommodations
What to Expect
What to Expect
Our Theme
Our Theme
Our Venue
Our Venue
Summit at a Glance
Day 1:
ARRIVAL & NETWORKING
Welcome to San Francisco!
Settle in to your new space for the next three days!
Meet up with your peers and cohort members in real life! Catch up and make new friends!
Day 2:
LEARNING & COLLABORATION
Prepare for a day of innovation, inspiration, and impact!
Keynotes & Breakouts
Breakfast & Lunch provided
Networking Happy Hour
Day 3:
EMPOWERMENT DAY & PITCH COMPETITIONS
Our Summit culminates with amplifying voices, catalyzing action and celebrating impact!
Breakfast & Breakouts
Pitch Day Competiton
Closing Celebration
Summit Agenda Overview
Friday, October 10th
Want to Learn More About Our Pitch Competitions?

Can’t Attend All of the Conference Days?
Empowerment Day Passes Now Available!
Join Us for a Single Day of Engaging Empowerment on October 10th!
FAQ
Where should I stay for the Gratitude Network Summit?
We have secured a hotel block at Hotel Abri, just minutes from Summit venue in Downtown San Francisco. Special rates are available exclusively for Gratitude Network Summit attendees through Monday, September 8th:
🏢 Hotel Abri
226 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
📅 Group Rate Available: October 8–11, 2025
🏷️ Gratitude Network Group Booking Link:
Click here to reserve your room
Discounted Rates (per night + tax): Rates are available 3 days prior to and 1 day after the indicated event dates on a space available basis.
- Deluxe Queen Room: $149
- Deluxe King Room: $149
- Urban Suite: $169
Additional guests in the same room: +$20/person per night.
Taxes and fees total approximately 17.7% and are subject to change.
Accessibility:
Hotel Abri offers accessible rooms, including roll-in showers and visual fire alarms. For specific accessibility questions, please contact:
📧 reservations.abr@metwestterra.com
Other Nearby Hotels to Consider:
- Hotel Zetta
- Axiom Hotel
- Marriott Union Square
We recommend booking early as space is limited and rates are based on availability.
Who is eligible to attend the Gratitude Network Summit?
The Summit is open to current Fellows, Alumni, Coaches, Ambassadors, Gratitude Network staff, and invited guests. Each participant type will have access to tailored content and experiences throughout the event.
Is there a registration fee to attend the Summit?
Yes, all participants are required to pay a small registration fee. This fee helps cover the cost of printed materials, supplies, and refreshments during the event.
Will travel assistance or scholarships be available?
A limited number of travel stipends and room-sharing options may be available to eligible participants. Our Program Director will be in contact with eligible participants to coordinate details and support.
What is the deadline to register for the Summit?
Summit registration will close at the end of August or if all available passes sell out. All registrants will be confirmed at least 30 days before the kick-off of the event. We encourage all participants to register early to secure the best rate and ensure a smooth planning experience for all involved. Registration is first-come, first-served, and prices may increase as the event date approaches.
I can’t attend the entire Summit. Do you have a one-day pass?
Yes! We offer a one-day pass for our most exciting day of programming: Friday, October 10th! Our Empowerment Day Passes grants access to the Empowerment Breakfast, live pitch competitions, innovative networking sessions, and all Day-of-Engaging-Empowerment activities. Purchase the pass through the regular registration link by selecting “Empowerment Day Pass.”
Are tickets refundable if my plans change?
All sales are final. However, you may transfer or donate your ticket to another person at no extra cost. To request a transfer, email caroline@gratitude-network.org with the new attendee’s full name, email, and phone number at least fourteen (14) days before the Summit so our team can approve and update the registration.
Can I apply a promo code after I’ve already completed my purchase?
Unfortunately, no. All promotional discounts must be entered during checkout. Once a transaction is processed, we’re unable to add or retroactively honor any promo codes.
What are the accessibility accommodations for the Summit?
The Summit will take place at the offices of 222 2nd Street, San Francisco, CA, which offers accessible entrances, elevators, and restrooms. For those staying at Hotel Abri, the hotel offers accessible guest rooms with mobility features, including roll-in showers and visual fire alarms. If you have specific accommodation needs, please indicate them during registration or contact us directly.
How will dietary needs be handled?
We ask all participants to share dietary restrictions during the registration process. Vegetarian and vegan options will be provided, and we will make every effort to accommodate other dietary needs.
What kinds of sessions or experiences can I expect?
Expect a dynamic mix of interactive workshops, inspiring keynote talks, networking opportunities, peer learning, and community-based discussions — all designed to support leadership, innovation, and impact. As speakers, experts, and partnerships are secured, we will share more information.
What is the Pitch Competition and how does it work?
This is the first year that the Summit will feature a live, “Shark Tank”-style business pitch competition day for Alumni and Fellows to take part in. There will be four (4) competition categories open to individuals from fellowship cohort years 2024 and prior, with guest judges from some of the top companies and institutions in the industry. The four competition categories will be as follows:
1) Technology – Leveraging tech to create scalable, impactful, and operationally excellent solutions that drive social change
2) Marketing – Utilizing compelling storytelling to increase impact, brand awareness, and drive donations
3) Finance – Showcasing a financially sustainable business model that ensures scalability & growth
4) Scaling & Growth* – How can your non-profit scale its impact to reach more people and create sustainable, long-term change?
*Note: Scaling & Growth competition only available to Fellows from the 2025 cohort*
Finalists in the competition will have the chance to deliver their competition pitch to a live audience and panel of judges, while competing for prizes. Audience members will get the chance to vote for their favorite pitches and have an impact on the outcomes. Hope to see you there!
Registration is now closed!
We can’t wait to see you in San Francisco!











































































































