December 6, 2023
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Join Gonser Gerber Senior Consultant and Senior Vice President for Advancement at Saint Xavier High School, Mike Littell, as he reviews the ways in which his team has continued to leverage reunion years, how to sow those seeds now while they are still students, and how that impacts a donor’s relationship with the institution over time.
Go to any college or university and interview alumni who are proud of their school. “There is just something special about this place,” you will hear over and over in various forms. The reality, though, is that there isn’t that much truly special (or different) about the place. It’s an institution of higher education (like, literally, thousands…
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Every year, every decade, every generation brings with it societal-level questions that are complicated and unsettling legally, socially, politically, morally, and ethically. The U.S. has had to confront some of its thorniest and deeply disquieting societal issues and questions since its founding. For instance. . . From 1787 until 1865 and the passage of the…
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Get to Know Pam Spencer, Senior Consultant: What makes the biggest difference for an advancement team? What do you wish you had learned early in your advancement career? What are you most excited about joining Gonser Gerber? Are you a coffee or tea person? Contact Pam What makes the biggest difference for an advancement team?…
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“I don’t know how we will reach the goal. . .” “I don’t know where the next major gift is coming from. . .” “I don’t know who is willing to lead this campaign. . .” After we establish a goal, create a fundraising plan, or design a campaign, our advancement work is filled with…
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November 16 – 17, 2023
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This workshop will outline what you need to do to get everyone at your institution ready to engage in a campaign – this includes leadership across your organization, your current and potential donors, and your advancement staff.
November 3, 2023
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A virtual workshop for new vice presidents.
The big ask captivates us. “If she would only give us the $1.5 million. . . ” “If that company would only be our event’s title sponsor. . . ” The big ask is so captivating, in fact, that it’s tempting to start there. “Let’s go ask and see what they say!” is the trill…
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October 19 – 20, 2023
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This workshop allows participants the opportunity to learn, from A to Z, the skills and thinking needed to be the most successful major gift officer they can be – the key to a successful comprehensive development program.
February 23, 2024
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Join us for the Gonser Gerber Virtual Half-Day Conference “Excellence in Advancement – Preparing For Your Campaign”