Annual Giving Network

The Assistant Director, Alumni Relations at Merrimack College is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining the long-term involvement of College alumni through programming, communications, and relationship building. Volunteer engagement is a significant component of this staff member’s portfolio, particularly emphasizing new alumni and those experiencing milestone moments. The position manages and executes signature Alumni events including our Annual Christmas Celebration, Alumni Weekend at Homecoming, regional alumni events and milestone Reunion events. Lastly, this position will develop and execute a communications plan to strategically engage and inform alumni and friends. Thank you to Eliza Cowan Baer and Christy Martin (Ortiz) for featuring this opportunity! Check out more details about this job and see other opportunities on the AGN job board, updated daily. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eejXGTPM #annualgiving #fundraising #philanthropy #talentmanagement #careers

Faculty and staff can be an extremely important—yet often overlooked—source of support for educational institutions. But securing their support can be a sensitive subject on many campuses, and success requires a unique and thoughtful approach. Understanding, engaging, and soliciting the institution’s employees in a meaningful way will not only help to achieve fundraising goals—it will go a long way toward developing a culture of philanthropy on campus. Join us on Thursday, December 12, for an interactive online workshop that will provide you and your colleagues with a framework for increasing support from faculty and staff. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/e56EJQxk #annualgiving #annualfund #fundraising #philanthropy #training

Thanks to everyone who participated in AGN’s Annual Giving Directors Forum last week. It was great to bring together program leaders from our member institutions for a day of conversation and problem-solving. So many new ideas were shared and new connections were made. We’re already looking forward to the next one! https://lnkd.in/g2YccYKb #annualgiving #fundraising #philanthropy #training #highered #advancement

Case Western Reserve University seeks Executive Director of Annual Giving. The executive director of annual giving has primary responsibility to provide the strategic leadership of a university-wide comprehensive, multi-channel annual and special giving program, representing Case Western Reserve University’s highest strategic priorities that impact CWRU’s future and national reputation, to increase philanthropic support for the university. This position is responsible for the development of overall plans and programs promoting the strategic engagement of Case Western Reserve University’s 113,000 living alumni to maximize annual philanthropic support for the university. Thank you to Carol Moss, Abby Mitchell, Brad Crews, MNO, and Michael Dolsak for featuring this opportunity! Check out more details about this job and see other opportunities on the AGN job board, updated daily. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gzk2ANEe #annualgiving #fundraising #philanthropy #talentmanagement #careers

In this episode of "Starting Point", Brandon Tabor, Associate Vice President for Annual Giving, Stewardship, and Storytelling at the University of Notre Dame, talks about finding great stories, knowing your audience, being consistent with your messages, hiring people who are humble, hungry, and hopeful, doing really good stuff, and more! Tune in to listen to the complete episode: https://lnkd.in/gZkP92CG Starting Point is the AGN podcast that features interesting people from across the world of annual giving and educational fundraising. Erin Glidden (Forker), Megan Poole, Anessa Rios-Ezeude, MBA, CFRE, John Templeman, Megan Rajski, Jenny Daigle Benoit, CFRE, Christy Moss (she, her) Mary Risner Mae Parker, MA, CFRM, Adam Bradley, Gina Fiorillo, Tyrell Warren-Burnett, MBA, Amanda Lazarus, @Anthony Cerchio, Greg Knedler, Gloria G., Amy Burke, MBA, Meredith Johnston, Colin D. Hennessy, Ed.D., Amy Bronson, Nkiruka S. McGinnis, PhD, Scott Nichols, Fritz Schroeder, Dan Allenby

Appealing to alumni and donors based on their passions and interests is one of the most effective ways to capture their attention and inspire them to give. Taking time to understand which affinities exist within your prospect pool, and then developing strategies around them, can help uncover new donors while securing ongoing support from existing donors for years to come. Register now for your entire team to learn how to develop effective affinity fundraising strategies for your institution. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/e7Fkt_TN This webinar - and hundreds of other resources - are available FREE to AGN Members. #annualfund #annualgiving #fundraising #philanthropy #training

Giving days are a great way for educational institutions to engage donors and develop a culture of philanthropy on campus. But managing them requires a lot of preparation, coordination, and hard work. Understanding how to plan, implement, and evaluate your efforts will not only lead to better fundraising results but will help ensure an exciting and meaningful experience for everyone involved. Join us on Thursday, December 5th, for an interactive online workshop that will provide you and your colleagues with a framework for planning and executing a successful giving day at your institution. Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/eQJwEyYQ #annualgiving #annualfund #fundraising #philanthropy #training

Are you leaving money on the table? One of the easiest ways to increase donations is through employer matching gifts. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the easiest things for annual giving and educational fundraising programs to overlook – either because they’re not aware of the opportunities or they don’t know how to take advantage of them. To help your program stay on top, here are 5 things you can do to make the most of employer matching gifts… Read here: https://lnkd.in/efMJUF63 #annualgiving #annualfund #fundraising #philanthropy #training

The last few months of the calendar year are critical for annual giving programs. End-of-year goals and deadlines can create a sense of urgency for your donor base that - if used correctly - can really boost your results. Having a plan in place for sending end-of-year appeals and motivating your constituents and volunteers will ensure that you acquire as many donors and raise as much money as possible for your annual fund. Register now for your entire team to learn how to develop effective year-end appeal strategies for your annual fund. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/ehAeXjDP This webinar - and hundreds of other resources - are available FREE to AGN Members. #annualfund #annualgiving #fundraising #philanthropy #training