Across the Table: Funders + Fundraisers. Illuminate Conversations.

Across the Table brings funders and fundraisers into one room to talk honestly about how they see the same work. Together we will unpack common misunderstandings, ask real questions, and build stronger funding relationships.

Wednesday, November 18, 2026
8:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Illuminate
5100 N Nob Hill Road, Sunrise, FL

What the morning includes:

• Initial Presentations: funders and fundraisers introduce themselves to the room.
• The Language Wall: both sides call out the terms that confuse the other and get them translated on the spot.
• Relationship Builder Extraordinaire Award: recognizing someone who builds the bridge.
• The DFP Reveal: the public launch of the Development Fundraising Pipeline (DFP).
• Across the Table Conversation: funders and fundraisers in direct, unscripted conversation.
• Guided Tour: a look inside Illuminate and JAFCO's Children's Ability Center.

Illuminate is a mission-driven venue that employs young adults with autism, and their proceeds support JAFCO's children's programs.

Sponsorship levels

• Better Together Sponsor, $5,000 (1 available): top billing, a 2-minute speaking moment, recognition at the DFP Reveal, and 4 reserved seats.
• Illuminate Sponsor, $2,500: logo on the flyer and agenda, verbal recognition, and 2 reserved seats.
• The Heart of the Table Sponsor, $1,000: logo on the agenda and signage, and 1 reserved seat.
• Bridge Builder Sponsor, value-based: for venue, catering, printing, photography, or other in-kind support. Contact us to arrange.

Questions and in-kind sponsorships: alexa@bebettertogether.org or 786-449-2552.

Real conversations. Real progress. Philanthropy. Simplified.™