Creating a motivated and excited community of donors doesn’t have to be difficult.

Though your constituents contain a wide group of ages, genders, ethnicities, and relationships to your institution, not every initiative needs to appeal to them all. That’s why you need a set of strategies as diverse as your base. Join us and learn how Proctor Academy built their calendar of events and initiatives to appeal to specific donor-groups. With four major events and appeals, both in-person and online, from an Annual Golf Tournament to their 1848 Giving Challenge, Proctor was able to meet and exceed their participation and annual fund goals and you can too.

With a new outlook on fundraising and engagement your school is a mindset shift away from replicating the success seen by Proctor Academy.

In today's digitally driven world, effective school marketing has transcended traditional methods and embraced the power of online platforms. "From Hashtags to High Enrollments: Digital-First School Marketing" is a dynamic session designed to equip educators, administrators, and communications professionals with the strategies and tools needed to harness the potential of digital marketing for boosting enrollment, enhancing brand presence, and meeting advancement goals. This interactive workshop will delve into the intricacies of crafting compelling content, leveraging social media, and optimizing digital channels to drive engagement, increase enrollment, and strengthen community connections. Join us to unlock the potential of digital-first marketing and discover how to transform digital strategies into measurable action items that can boost enrollment and fundraising, elevating your school's visibility and reputation in the digital realm.

Is your "Advisory Board" simply an honorary title for board members or trustees who have completed their board service? Or maybe you are considering adding an advisory component to your volunteer structure? Learn how Woodward Academy's Advancement leaders partnered with volunteer leadership to bring their Advisory Board out of retirement to nurture and sustain key relationships, leverage influence and philanthropic support, while also enhancing board development and building a pipeline of future leaders and major donors.

Join us for an engaging session that will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of annual giving strategic planning and its benefits. Discover how to gather data to identify meaningful strategies, regardless of your school’s size. Learn best practices for strategic planning and how to narrow down priorities based on your school’s unique needs and aspirations. Gain valuable insights into creating a framework for a strategic plan, socializing the plan with leadership, colleagues, and campus partners, refining your strategies based on feedback, and regularly revisiting the plan to ensure continued success.