Save the Date!

2027 Giving Voice Conference

Friday, April 9, 2027
8:30 AM–6:30 PM

McNamara Alumni Center
200 SE Oak St, Minneapolis, MN 55455

We’ll share updates as soon as more details for the 2027 Giving Voice Conference become available—stay tuned!

Location & Getting There

Event Location:

McNamara Alumni Center, 200 Oak Street SE, Minneapolis, MN, 55455

To get a visual of the space, check out this McNamara Alumni Center 2-minute video reel

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Parking & Directions

McNamara Alumni Center is a part of the University of Minnesota's Minneapolis Campus, so while street parking is limited there is an adjoining parking garage (standard parking rates apply). Don't be alarmed if the sign says "By Reservation Only" - simply share that you are attending the Giving Voice Conference and you will be let in.

University Avenue Ramp

1926 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Accessibility Information

The Conference Venue: McNamara Alumni Center

Men's and women's restrooms on the main floor that are ADA accessible
No steps to enter the building, all paved pathways
All exterior doors have powered doors which can be opened with a button
There is a tunnel to and from the University Avenue Ramp (the closest ramp) which has elevators and stairs to enter the McNamara Alumni Center with signage throughout

Lodging

We recommend the Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis, one short block away from the McNamara Alumni Center! Address: 615 Washington Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN, 55414. Amenities include a fitness center, meeting rooms, free wifi, and onsite dining.

Learn More

If lodging is an expense that is holding you back, please don’t hesitate to reach out to jackie@ givingvoicechorus.org. We have a big community in the twin cities and may be able to find someone who’s willing to host you in their home free of charge.

"A GREAT conference. So well thought out and I heard words like "refreshing" "inspiring" and "motivating" used to describe the experience we all had today. It was a joy to be a part of the day."

There were so many great takeaways and people left inspired and uplifted. A great diverse program of perspectives. And what a surprise to see so many choir members and people from the past. Most conferences like this leave participants just plain exhausted, but this one did not!

"I thought it was educational, inspiring and great networking. We are proud to be an affiliate of Giving Voice and please pass along to the entire Giving Voice team my huge thanks for a great day!