# Event Details - **Event Name**: FUND THE VISION SUMMIT 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn how to access grants, loans, government contracts, and other growth opportunities—all in one morning.About this EventFund the Vision Summit 2026Build Bigger. Fund Smarter. Grow StrongerLearn how to access grants, loans, government contracts, and other growth opportunities—all in one morning.Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: Veterans Park 7600 NW 50th St. Lauderhill, FL 33351Proposed AgendaWelcome & Opening Remarks | 9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.SpeakersCommissioner Melissa P. Dunn, MBACheretha Ferguson, Simply HealthcareSharon Parry, Lauderhill Health & Prosperity PartnershipDescriptionKick off the Summit with an inspiring conversation about why sustainable organizations are essential to thriving communities and how leaders can position themselves for long-term success.Learning ObjectivesUnderstand the vision and purpose of the SummitRecognize the connection between funding, leadership, and sustainabilityPrepare for a morning of practical learning and actionable insightsFunding & Growth Opportunities Panel | 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.Grants • Loans • Government Contracts • Strategic PartnershipsPanelistsRepresentative, Urban League (Request Sent)Representative, Health Foundation of South Florida (confirmed)Coree Cuff Lonergan, CEO/General Manager, Broward County Transit (Confirmed)DescriptionExplore multiple pathways to organizational growth through grants, loans, government contracts, and strategic partnerships. Hear directly from funding experts and community leaders about what they're investing in, what they look for in applicants, and how to position your organization for success.Learning ObjectivesIdentify funding and growth opportunities available todayUnderstand what grantmakers, lenders, and contracting agencies are looking forLearn practical strategies to strengthen your organization's readiness and competitivenessAudience Q&AInteractive Q&A included as part of the session.Key TakeawayOrganizations that prepare strategically and diversify their growth opportunities are better positioned to secure funding, contracts, and long-term success.Build the Leader. Build the Organization. | 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.How Strong Leadership and Smart Systems Create Sustainable GrowthSpeakerCommissioner Melissa P. Dunn, MBADescriptionFunding alone doesn't create sustainable organizations—leaders do. In this engaging keynote, discover how intentional leadership, effective systems, and strategic thinking work together to build organizations that can scale their impact and thrive over time.Learning ObjectivesUnderstand how leadership influences organizational successBuild systems that improve execution and reduce chaosShift from reactive management to intentional strategyIncrease organizational capacity without increasing burnoutCreate a framework for sustainable growth and long-term impactAudience Q&AInteractive Q&A included as part of the session.Key TakeawayStrong leaders build strong organizations. Sustainable growth happens when vision is supported by intentional leadership and effective systems.AI for Marketing, Grant Writing & Organizational Growth Panel | 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.PanelistsDr. K. Grey (Confirmed)Nerissa Street (Confirmed)Tiffany Jackson (Confirmed)ModeratorKaren Grey, CEO, A Better Concept PR (Confirmed)DescriptionLearn how artificial intelligence is transforming the way organizations market their services, write grant proposals, streamline operations, and increase productivity. Walk away with practical tools and ideas you can begin using immediately.Learning ObjectivesLeverage AI to strengthen marketing and communicationsUse AI tools to support grant writing and fundraising effortsStreamline repetitive tasks and improve operational efficiencyDiscover technologies that increase organizational capacity and effectivenessAudience Q&AInteractive Q&A included as part of the session.Key TakeawayAI is a force multiplier that enables mission-driven organizations to accomplish more with the resources they already have.Closing Session & 30-Day Growth Challenge | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.SpeakerCommissioner Melissa P. Dunn, MBADescriptionClose the morning by turning inspiration into action. Participants will be introduced to the 30-Day Growth Challenge, a simple framework designed to help leaders immediately apply what they've learned and make meaningful progress over the next month.Your ChallengeOver the next 30 days:Pursue one funding or growth opportunityStrengthen one organizational system or processDevelop one new leadership habitImplement one AI-powered tool or workflowTake one bold action you've been postponingKey TakeawayKnowledge creates potential. Consistent action creates transformation. The next 30 days can become the catalyst for a stronger organization and greater community impact.Complimentary AdmissionThanks to the generous support of our sponsors and community partners, this $199 leadership and growth experience is being offered at no cost to attendees.Registration is required, and seating is limited to ensure a high-quality learning experience.What Participants Will Leave WithBy the end of the Fund the Vision Summit, attendees will leave with:A clearer understanding of grants, loans, government contracts, and other funding opportunitiesPractical strategies to strengthen leadership and organizational systemsActionable ways to leverage AI for marketing, grant writing, and productivityIncreased confidence to lead and grow with intentionA personalized roadmap for sustainable organizational successA commitment to the 30-Day Growth Challenge with clear next steps for implementationYou won't just leave inspired—you'll leave equipped to build bigger, fund smarter, and grow stronger. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lauderhill/fund-the-vision-summit-2026/100001992778444973 - **Event Categories**: business, contests, health-wellness, charities, artificial-intelligence - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Veterans Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Lauderhill - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Veterans Park - **lat**: 26.1888413 - **long**: -80.2552516 - **full address**: Veterans Park, 7600 Northwest 50th Street, Lauderhill, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: FUND THE VISION SUMMIT 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/906ad8ec03a7d9ef188a327ea58fc3a657a77f3cd5b814944c41c7bf0a142dce-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf3f0ee-gmir.jpg?v=1783359397 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is FUND THE VISION SUMMIT 2026 being held? - **A:** FUND THE VISION SUMMIT 2026 takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Veterans Park, 7600 Northwest 50th Street, Lauderhill, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing FUND THE VISION SUMMIT 2026? - **A:** FUND THE VISION SUMMIT 2026 is organized by MD Marketing Network. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** FUND THE VISION SUMMIT 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lauderhill, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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