CONFERENCE CAUSE
Since 2004, Conference Cause has thrived thanks to incredible people like you. Your generosity, both financially and in volunteer hours, has made a monumental impact, contributing hundreds of thousands of dollars and engaging industry professionals in volunteerism.
In 2025, we are proud to partner with the Orlando Fisher House to continue the PLUS Foundation’s Conference Cause tradition of supporting local organizations that uplift and strengthen their communities. The Orlando Fisher House provides free lodging and a supportive environment for the families and caregivers of military service members and veterans receiving medical care at the Orlando VA Medical Center. This “home away from home” allows families to remain close to their loved ones during treatment without the added burden of housing costs.
During the Conference, attendees will have the opportunity to contribute personal notes of gratitude and encouragement to families staying at the Fisher House. These handwritten messages will be included in welcome bags for each arriving family—offering warmth, compassion, and thanks from the PLUS community.
The Orlando Fisher House is a part of the Fisher House Foundation, which have 84 houses across the US and overseas. By supporting this local Fisher House, the PLUS Foundation honors the service and sacrifices of our nation’s heroes and helps provide comfort and care when it’s needed most.
Visit the PLUS Conference website to get involved.
PAST CAUSES
Conference Cause 2024: Women Employed and National Women Veterans United
For the 21st Conference Cause in Chicago, the PLUS Foundation donated a total of $59,100 to two local nonprofit organizations supporting women and veterans. Women Employed received $29,550 to advance equity for women in the workforce through policy advocacy, education access, and workplace inclusion. National Women Veterans United received $29,550 to help women veterans successfully reintegrate into work, school, and family life. Together, these contributions reflect the PLUS Foundation’s ongoing commitment to empowering women and strengthening communities where our members gather.
Conference Cause 2023: Dress for Success of Southern Nevada and B.E. A S.H.E.R.O. Foundation
For the 20th Conference Cause in Las Vegas the PLUS Foundation donated a total of $68,800 to two local not for profits. Dress for Success of Southern Nevada empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. B.E. A S.H.E.R.O. Foundation offers solutions and support for girls in vulnerable situations who have been abused, abandoned and exploited.
Conference Cause 2022: Zero8Hundred
For the 19th Conference Cause in San Diego the PLUS Foundation donated $67,900 and 45 conference attendees packed 500 bags of essential items that were distributed to homeless veterans and deploying troops.
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Conference Cause 2021: Attitudes & Attire
A $58,542 donation was made to Attitudes & Attire, a Dallas nonprofit dedicated to providing women tools that raise self-esteem, promote ethics and build the confidence necessary to develop successful life skills and job readiness. The Boots to Heels program assists women in the military with their transition to civilian life and a civilian career.
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Conference Cause 2020: Hire Heroes USA
The 17th annual Conference Cause produced its first Foundation fundraising event based on a game show, Insurance Squares. $32,575 was raised from the show, and with the Foundation gift of $30K, Hire Heroes USA received a donation of $62,575. Additionally, individual and corporate volunteers provided assistance to veterans making the transition from their military to a civilian career, and several companies pledged to work with Hire Heroes to hire veterans.
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Conference Cause 2019: Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore USO
Continuing a tradition of supporting military personnel, the 16th annual Conference Cause donated $73,500 to USO Metro and volunteers packed 1,000 care kits for deploying troops as they shipped out.
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Conference Cause 2018: San Diego Armed Services YMCA
2018 is the 15th annual Conference Cause. Returning to where our first Conference Cause was held 15 years ago! $58,859 was donated to the San Diego Armed Services YMCA. PLUS volunteers held an appreciation event for military families.
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Conference Cause 2017: Atlanta
2017 was the 14th annual Conference Cause. $57,363 was donated to Lekotek of GA. PLUS volunteers held a Halloween party for the kids of Lekotek and their families.
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Conference Cause 2016: City of Hope
2016 was the 13th annual Conference Cause and our fourth time in Chicago. In past years we have supported Special Olympics, Greater Chicago Food Depository and Ronald McDonald House. $45,000 was donated to City of Hope. 100 blankets were made by volunteers for their patients.
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