Connect the Dots

Apra DC-MD 2026 Fall Conference

Friday, October 16, 2026 - 9AM - 4:30PM

Montgomery College - East County Education Center

2221 Broadbirch Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20904

Every piece of information tells a story. The challenge is knowing how to bring the pieces together.

The 2026 Apra DC-MD Fall Conference, Connect the Dots, explores how prospect development professionals transform information into insight, strategy into action, and connections into philanthropic impact. Whether you're uncovering new prospects, strengthening donor relationships, managing portfolios, leveraging AI and analytics, or guiding fundraising strategy, success depends on seeing the bigger picture.

This year's conference will bring prospect development professionals together to share ideas, best practices, and innovative approaches that help connect the dots across our work. Through engaging sessions, thought-provoking discussions, and meaningful networking opportunities, attendees will gain practical tools, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections to help navigate an increasingly data-driven fundraising environment. At Apra DC-MD, we know that our strongest insights emerge when we learn from one another. Connect the Dots is your opportunity to build relationships, discover new solutions, and strengthen the professional community that supports fundraising success throughout our region. Join us as we connect the people, data, trends, and strategies that drive philanthropy forward.

Registration

Conference Registration includes entrance ticket, light breakfast, and lunch.

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Getting to the Conference

Driving/Parking Information

Montgomery College ECEC is just north of Silver Spring and is about a 40-minute drive from both Downtown Baltimore and Downtown D.C. Free parking will be available to all attendees. If you plan to drive and are open to carpooling or picking up other attendees from public transit stations, please indicate this on your registration or contact info@apradcmd.org. Thank you in advance for helping to make this location accessible for all!

Public Transit Information

Bus: Montgomery College ECEC is accessible by bus. The Broadbirch Dr & Bournefield Way or the Tech Rd & Columbia Pk bus stops are just outside of the campus and are accessible via the following bus lines: 27, M42, M44, M52, M60. 

MARC Train: The MARC Trains run from various locations throughout Maryland and arrive in Washington D.C. Union Station.

From Union Station: Take the Red Line to Silver Spring Station. Take the FLASH, M54, or M52 bus to the stops listed above or, if you would like to coordinate a ride from Silver Spring Station, reach out to info@apradcmd.org.

From Silver Spring Station: If you are taking the Brunswick Line, you may consider getting off at Silver Spring Station. From there, follow the instructions above. 

From Greenbelt: If you are taking the Camden Line, you may consider getting off at Greenbelt Station. If you are taking this option, please reach out to info@apradcmd.org to coordinate a ride to the venue from Greenbelt Station.

Metro: The closest Metro station to the venue is Silver Spring on the Red Line or Greenbelt on the Green/Yellow Line. Buses are available from both Metro stations to the venue. However, if you would like to coordinate a ride, reach out to info@apradcmd.org.

Thank you to our conference sponsors!

Gold Level