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2026 Member

Convening

The National Family Support Network conducts an annual Member Convening to support and strengthen Family Resource Center Networks through peer learning and sharing on emerging, promising, and best practices.  The event is held each May in conjunction with the annual Capitol Hill Day. 

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The NFSN is excited to host the 2026 National Family Support Network In-Person Member Convening and Capitol Hill Day in May! Please see below for the Convening objectives, travel information, schedule overview, and registration link. 


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Convening Objectives

  • To create a cohesive and connected membership that welcomes and integrates new participants.

  • To strengthen Networks through peer learning and sharing of emerging, promising, and best practices.

  • To raise awareness about the value of Family Resource Centers (FRCs) and Family Resource Center Networks with legislators and their staff.

  • To honor NFSN’s 15-year journey and articulate a shared vision for the future.

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Dates and Schedule Overview

  • Please plan for travel on Monday, May 18, 2026. Visit a Maryland FRC on Monday afternoon.

  • An informal, no-host Welcome Mix & Mingle will take place Monday evening, May 18.

  • The Member Convening and Capitol Hill Day will take place Tuesday, May 19, through Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Washington, DC, and Arlington, VA.

  • Please view the full schedule here. Additional details can be found here on the detailed agenda.

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Optional Activity: Visit a Maryland FRC!

On Monday, May 18, the day before the Convening begins, there will be optional visits to one of the Maryland Family Network’s Family Resource Centers, the Kingdom Kare FRC in Odenton, MD. Coordinated third-party rideshare transportation, such as Uber or Lyft, is included as part of the tour. The tour group will depart from the Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington Capital View at 1:00 p.m. and return at approximately 4:30 p.m.

Participation in the tour and use of coordinated transportation are optional. Please notify NFSN in advance if you have any transportation-related accessibility needs. Space is limited to 30 individuals. To purchase your FRC Tour ticket, click here. More additional optional activities below.

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Optional No-Host Small Group Dinners and Tours!

Meet NFSN peers for dinner at some of the area's most popular restaurants! View options for each night and sign up here. 

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Wednesday, May 20, 7:30-9:00pm Monuments by Moonlight Tour. Experience the beauty and awe of the country’s most stirring monuments in a whole new way… by moonlight. Register here and choose the Washington Welcome Center departure. 

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Meals at a Glance

  • Monday, May 18: Dinner and drinks on your own at the no-host Welcome Mix & Mingle. Option to join a no-host small group dinner afterwards. 

  • Tuesday, May 19: Breakfast on your own, lunch provided, hors d’oeuvres at the Networking Reception, dinner on your own. Option to join a no-host small group dinner the reception.

  • Wednesday, May 20: Breakfast on your own, lunch provided, dinner on your own. Option to join a no-host small group dinner. 

  • Thursday, May 21: Breakfast on your own, lunch provided.

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FAQ's​

  • See the list of registrants here. 

  • All digital materials such as the Member Contact list and Advocacy Toolkit can be found here. 

  • There is no coordinated transportation for Members to and from Capitol Hill on Tuesday, May 19th. 

  • It is recommended to take a rideshare back to Arlington for the Anniversary Celebration from Capitol Hill after 2:30pm to avoid extended transport times on public transit. 

  • The 15th Anniversary Celebration and Convening will be held at the Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington Capitol View.  The Residence Inn has a complimentary shuttle service to and from Ronald Reagan Airport and the local Crystal City area. ​​​​​

  • Regular registration has now closed. Contact Robyn after May 1st to inquire about registration. 

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Registration and Payment Planning Information

  • Your FY25-26 Membership dues include one (1) discounted registration. 

  • Key Network contacts have received a separate email with instructions on how to access and apply the discount.

  • Early bird registration: $650, available through March 27, 2026. Regular registration: $750 March 28- May 1, 2026. Registration is refundable through March 24, 2026 at 5:00 pm ET.

  • A late fee will apply for registrations purchased between May 2-May 15. Contact Robyn to register after May 1. 

  • Payment methods will include: Credit card via Stripe on the NFSN website, ACH or check. To pay by check input the appropriate information on the registration form and Michael Jones will send you an invoice. 

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Travel and Accommodations​

  • Hotel Accommodations: The NFSN room block at the Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington Capital View is now sold out. For attendees still seeking lodging, we have linked three nearby hotel options that currently show availability for you to explore. You may also wish to consider Airbnb, which some members have found to be a helpful alternative when traveling for the Convening.

  • Parking at the Residence Inn Member Convening Venue: The Group Rate does not include parking. On-site self-parking is available at $49 + tax daily, per night per car OR Valet parking at $54 + tax daily, per night per car. Metered Street Parking spaces are on a first come first serve basis around the hotel. 

  • Express Check-In and Express Check-out are available upon request when booking. Early arrival and late check-out fees will apply. 

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At a Glance Travel Expense Estimate - Itemized List 

  • 1x Early Bird Registration = $650 

  • 1x Regular Registration = $750 (after March 27th)

  • Hotel block/night $265 (arrive 5/18 for evening Meet & Greet, programming concludes by 2:00pm 5/21)

  • Travel into Arlington

  • All meals 5/18

  • Breakfast and Dinner 5/18, 5/19, 5/20

  • Dinner 5/21

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Air Transportation:

Please see the following search engines to search for flights: https://www.google.com/travel/flights. ​

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We are excited to gather in person to celebrate NFSN’s 15-year milestone together. Please reach out to Robyn if you have planning questions in the meantime. 

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Past Member Convenings​

  • October 2011 - Denver, Colorado

  • June 2012 - San Francisco, California

  • June 2013 - Baltimore, Maryland

  • June 2014 - San Diego, California

  • November 2014 - Phoenix, Arizona

  • April 2015 – Montgomery, Alabama

  • May 2016 – Washington, DC

  • May 2017– Washington, DC

  • May 2018 – Washington, DC

  • May 2019 – Washington, DC​

  • June 2020 – Virtual

  • June 2021 – Virtual

  • June 2022 – Virtual

  • May 2024 – Washington, DC

  • May 2025 – Washington, DC

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“The national Convenings are always excellent and provide a unique and valuable opportunity for members to connect on a deeper level.” 
– NFSN Member
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“I have brought many great ideas and strategies back to my network.” 
– NFSN Member
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