San Francisco

135 Main Street
20th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94105

Washington DC

50 F Street NW
Suite 1230
Washington, DC 20001

Specializing in the Law of Nonprofit Organizations

Wendy Hernandez, Associate David A. Levitt, Principal Sara Ortega Corriols, Associate Shirley J. McLaughlin, Principal Matt Clausen, Principal Ingrid Mittermaier, Principal Gregory L. Colvin, Emeritus Nancy E. McGlamery, Principal Rosemary E. Fei, Senior Counsel Erik Dryburgh, Retired Steven R. Chiodini, Of Counsel Jennifer Appel, Associate Amy Rodriguez, Of Counsel Eric K. Gorovitz, Principal Amy Greeley, Of Counsel David Ferguson, Associate Robert A. Wexler, Senior Counsel Emily Chan, Of Counsel Andrew Schulz, Principal

Adler & Colvin is a group of seasoned attorneys based in San Francisco and Washington, D.C., deeply committed to serving the legal needs of the nonprofit sector.  The firm brings an unrivaled depth of expertise and passion to its representation of tax-exempt organizations and individual philanthropists.

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Upcoming Events

In-Person Conference

Western Philanthropy Conference 2026 - Session: "Navigating Charitability in the Current Landscape"

May 18, 2026
In today’s complex philanthropic and regulatory environment, determining what activities are truly charitable—and how public policy shapes those definitions—has become increasingly nuanced. This session explores how charities and funders navigate evolving interpretations of charitable purpose, public benefit, and permissible activity, including the boundaries for advocacy and public policy engagement. Participants will examine how tax‑exempt status is defined and protected, what risks and opportunities exist in the current landscape, and how organizations can align mission, compliance, and impact with confidence.

Presenters:

  • Meghan Biss, Loeb & Loeb LLP
  • Andrew Schulz, Adler & Colvin

3:25–4:25 p.m. PT

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In-Person Conference

Western Philanthropy Conference 2026 - Session: "From Intent to Outcomes: How to Approach Impact Investing Thoughtfully"

May 19, 2026

Impact investing offers a range of approaches that foundations may not be aware of. From ESG integration and thematic investing to private investments, donor‑advised funds, and mission‑aligned portfolios, each has its own distinct opportunities and trade‑offs. In this panel, leaders will explore the different ways investors can pursue impact alongside financial returns, and how to align strategies with values, goals, and risk tolerance. Attendees will gain a clearer framework for evaluating impact investments thoughtfully and responsibly.

Co-Panelists:

  • Deb Parsons, ImpactAssets
  • Justine DeCoste, Pathstone
  • David Levitt, Adler & Colvin

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. PT

Renton, Washington

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Our firm represents some of the most recognized and respected nonprofits and philanthropic organizations in the U.S.