Development Network

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence Strategies in Fundraising

Thursday, January 9th 

11:00 a.m.-Noon EST  

  • Enable a mindset shift and understanding of AI and ChatGPT that centers on creating efficiency in daily work tasks. 
  • Explore practical use cases for ChatGPT to support marketing strategies and donor engagement. 
  • Discuss future implications, applications, risks and questions to consider when using AI. 

Faculty: Tyler Mallory, Associate Director of Advancement, University of Illinois 

Decoding Donors: Unpacking Donor Psychology and Mastering Outreach to Engage Every Generation

Thursday, February 6th 

11:00 a.m.-Noon EST 

  • Uncover the motivations and preferences driving donor behavior and how they differ by donor age and generation.   
  • Gain insights to tailor outreach efforts, gathering ideas for year-round strategies that resonate with donors of all ages.  
  • Explore tools and resources available to build lasting relationships with donors and drive positive results.  

Faculty: Nikkii Kashub, Director of Donor Management Solutions, GiveSmart Madison Kautman, Senior Marketing Campaign Manager, GiveSmart 

Organizing Your Capital Campaign for Success

Thursday, March 6th  

11:00 a.m.-Noon EST 

  • Assess your organization’s needs and establish achievable fundraising targets and timelines. 
  • Explore the pros and cons of conducting a feasibility study (for what?). 
  • Discuss how crafting compelling narratives and mobilizing your supporters create a culture of giving. 

Faculty: Jennie Wolf Smith, CFRE, Partner, GSB Fundraising, OH 

Development Network Roundtable: Best Practices for Donor Stewardship 

Thursday, April 3rd 

11:00 a.m.-Noon EST 

  • Discuss the Donor Bill of Rights and how to implement it within your organization.  
  • Examine real-world examples of donor stewardship successes and opportunities. 
  • Share materials related to donor stewardship tracking, measurement and documentation. 

Roundtable panelists: TBD 

Facilitator: Todd Partin