About

The Certificate in Regional Impact Investing Program bridges sustainable finance and regional revitalization. Developed by US SIF: The Sustainable Investment Forum and ImpactPHL, this hybrid course equips financial professionals, impact investors, endowment/foundation leaders, and family office staff with the tools to evaluate, execute, and lead investments that strengthen communities in the Greater Philadelphia region.

A cohort of 40 participants will earn a certificate of completion and Continuing Education (CE) credit from the CFP Board while connecting with peers, thought leaders, and changemakers shaping the future of finance.

Sessions: 3 total — 2 × 90-minute virtual • 1 × 180-minute in-person

Location:

• Sessions 1 & 2 Virtual via Zoom

• Session 3: Glenmede Offices, Center City Philadelphia

Dates:

• Session 1: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 (12:00 - 1:30 PM ET)

• Session 2: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (12:00 - 1:30 PM ET)

• Session 3: Friday, April 10, 2026 (2:30 - 4:30 PM ET)

Cost: $516 USD (all sessions included)

Accreditation: CFP Board CE Credit Available (6.0 credit hours)

Capacity: Limited to 40 participants

Speakers

• Mark Pinksky - Co-Founder, CDFI Friendly America

• Donna Frisby-Greenwood - Vice President of Philadelphia Program, Pew Charitable Trust

• Kafi Lindsay - CEO, ImpactPHL

• Jennifer Coombs - Head of Content & Development, US SIF

• Mark Hays - Director of Sustainable and Impact Investing, Glenmeade

• Michael Cosack - Principal, ImpactWise

• Cory Donovan - Co-Founder and SVP of Engagement, ImpactPHL

• Vanessa Lowe - Investment Officer, Green Bank for Rural America

• Margaret Berger-Bradley - Founder, Ginger Root Strategy