Frequently Asked Questions

• Dates: June 3–6, 2025
• Location: New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. Book now.
• Welcome Reception: June 3, 6 p.m. CT
• Conference Activities: June 4-6, concluding at noon on June 6

• Group Rates: 10% off for groups of five or more from the same organization.
• Exhibitor/Sponsorship Opportunities:
  • Sponsors and exhibitors receive many benefits, including complimentary conference registration.
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• Scholarships: Apply for a scholarship by March 7.
• Volunteer Registration: 40 volunteer registrations are available at a discounted rate. Volunteers work a minimum of one four (4) hour shift during conference. Spaces fill up quickly. Contact us for more information.

Registration fees vary by attendee type. All general sessions, workshops, Civic Talks and service projects are included in the registration fee.

Below is some guidance on how we define each registration type:

• Corporate: Business, Corporate and Corporate Foundation representatives.
• National Service: Active AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, Service Year and Peace Corps members and active or retired military.
• Nonprofit/NGO/Government: Nonprofit, Non-governmental organization or government agency representatives.
• Volunteer: Volunteers receive a discounted rate in exchange for working a minimum of one four (4) hour shift. Filled on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to 40.

• Host Hotel: New Orleans Marriott, rates start at $199/night.
• This 4-star hotel is nestled in the heart of the vibrant French Quarter, offering easy access to the city’s iconic attractions. Book your room by May 12 to receive our group rate.

Main stage sessions and Civic Talks will be recorded and distributed post-conference to registered attendees.

The call for workshop proposals was open from Oct. 28–Nov. 15, 2024, and has now closed. Presenters were notified of decisions in January.

Join our conference mailing list to be notified when conference workshop proposals open for the 2026 conference.

The Points of Light Conference provides a unique platform for companies and organizations to engage with leaders in nonprofit/NGO, government, education and business sectors from across the United State and in upwards of 30 countries. New this year, exhibitors will enjoy full access to every conference activity, including workshops, throughout the week.

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• Substitutions: If you can’t attend, you can substitute your registration with a colleague until 5 p.m. ET on May 31, 2025. The original registration must be paid in full. Email [email protected] with the new attendee’s first name, last name, and email address.
• Cancellations: Partial refunds are available for cancellations made before 5 p.m. ET on May 31, 2025. A $100 processing fee applies. No refunds for cancellations after this date.
• Process: All requests must be in writing and emailed to [email protected]. The cancellation date is the email date. Confirm receipt of your cancellation.
• Refunds: Credit card refunds are processed upon approval. Bank processing may take additional time. Check refunds are issued within 60 days of the request.

Organizations that require a W-9 form to process payment may send a request to [email protected].