Are you in the early stages of your advancement career? Learn strategic tips and insights that will empower you to confidently accelerate your growth.

CASE President and CEO Sue Cunningham discusses leading through change, the return to a "new normal," and the renewed energy behind CASE volunteers.

Black women and women of color are underrepresented as faculty and administrators in higher education—and in advancement specifically, they face a specific set of career challenges. Here, author Karen Chance Mercurius shares her research on how Black women navigate career challenges (like pay inequities, difficulties getting promoted, and challenging interactions with donors and colleagues) and the supports that can help them succeed (mentoring and networking, for instance).

The pandemic changed the worldwide workforce dramatically and swiftly, like nothing seen in modern times. Employees (those who can do their jobs remotely) went home to work and found they could be just as effective in their jobs while better managing their personal lives. Now, as the workplace returns to its new normal, employees are demanding flexibility—fueling workforce recruitment and retention challenges. Advancement and HR leaders share thoughts on the challenges and rewards of flexible work options as they lead through changing times.

The CASE Library maintains this sample collection of gift fee policies and FAQs. Some of the samples were generously contributed by CASE members. Others are available on institution websites.

The CASE Library maintains this collection of organizational charts for all members. Many charts were generously shared by members in a spirit of peer-to-peer exchange. Others were found on institution websites.

The release of ChatGPT in November 2022 spurred renewed discussions on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace and academia. This resource collection from the CASE Library introduces the basics of AI, takes a look at some of the latest trends and ethical questions, and provides information on how AI is being leveraged by educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. 

The CASE Library has prepared this collection to help advancement professionals plan for and move through a transition.

CASE has the resources and support to help you build a stronger school advancement office. Learn four actionable steps to get started.

This collection includes examples of succession planning guides, toolkits and other materials to help plan and prepare for employee transitions.