Spring Inspiration Breakfast

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 11th Spring Inspiration Breakfast for a motivating morning of discussion and celebration. Congratulations once again to our Community Philanthropist honorees, Carol and Jack O’Neil. Over the past 15 years, their generosity has helped to sustain many vital nonprofit missions in MetroWest and beyond.

A heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to the success of this event, including our event co-chairs, Megan and Ken Knox, the event committee, and our generous sponsors, including our presenting sponsor, National Development. The Foundation would also like to thank Wellesley Books, who in partnership with our panel and staff thoughtfully curated a book fair for our guests to explore. The selection included literature to help guide guests on their philanthropic journeys. Additional resources are available at communityfoundationmw.org/philanthropic-resources

Guests also had the opportunity to engage in an informative panel discussion moderated by Katie Collins, Founder and Principal of Pathway Philanthropic, with panelists Miki Akimoto, Chief Impact Officer of the National Center for Family Philanthropy, Orson Watson, Ph.D., Principal at Guidepost Philanthropy, LLC, and Caroline Murphy, Vice President of Advancement and Philanthropic Services at the Community Foundation for MetroWest. Together, they reflected on the unique paths to impactful giving, offered insights into effective family philanthropy, and discussed how we can collectively build a more vibrant, equitable community.

We are deeply grateful to those who supported the event through sponsorships, donations, and honoree tribute gifts. For those who haven’t had the chance to contribute yet, there is still time. Visit communityfoundationmw.org/donate to make your gift.

Make the Foundation a part of your philanthropic journey. Consider opening a DAF. Learn more at metrowestdaf.org