Futures in Fundraising

More money can often translate into more problems. Once your organization has needed funding, the next decision is allocation. Eddie Stuart, Vice Chancellor of University Advancement for University of North Carolina Wilmington joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to share insights on fostering collaboration among university staff and promoting alumni giving long after the graduation ceremonies are over.

When you hear “risk management,” do you instantly think of insurance for your nonprofit? Ted Bilich, CEO of Risk Alternatives joins the podcast to change that mindset and help organizations see how managing uncertainty can prepare the path for a successful future. He also shares results of their recent survey and interviews with foundations and their grantors concerning risk management.  

On this Special Edition of the Futures in Fundraising Podcast, Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King breaks down the numbers in newly released Giving USA 2018: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2017.

As your organization adapts to a new vision, your donors come along for the journey. And as your donors change, how they think about money and philanthropy may also change. In this podcast, Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King is joined by Jennifer Jones, Assistant Professor of Nonprofit Management and Leadership at the University of Florida and David Daniel, Director of Field Operations for The Nature Conservancy. The two share recent research and specific steps your organization can take to maintain strong relationships with donors.

Philip Mazzara, President and CEO of Providence Health Foundation joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to share steps along his career path from advancement to fundraising and how mentorship helped shape that journey. Philip and David also discuss the challenges and rewards of capital campaigns and what the future of health care looks like.

At LSU, moving the culture needle is just as important as reaching fundraising goals. On this episode of Futures in Fundraising, Daniel Bozard, LSU Foundation Vice President of Development joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to talk metrics, accountability and culture building. How can institutions track success? How have recent tax changes impacted giving? Listen in for helpful insights!   

What defines a successful board? How do institutions determine what matters most on their campus grounds? Rick Legon, President of the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to discuss higher ed and current issues impacting students on this edition of Futures in Fundraising!

The impact of global health stretches far and wide, reaching communities locally and globally. Maria Thacker Goethe, Executive Director of Georgia Global Health Alliance joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to discuss this initiative along with other insights including tips for running a successful nonprofit and how to build meaningful relationships with donors.  

Dr. Kyle Marrero’s background in music lends itself to planning for the future, guiding faculty and helping students achieve success at the University of West Georgia. As Dr. Marrero points out, each individual is important to the overall goal, but each must be allowed to play to their area of expertise. In this episode of Futures in Fundraising, Alexander Haas President & CEO, David King talks with Dr. Marrero about higher education, breaking down barriers and student success, both in the classroom and beyond.

Giving has changed. Many of us have phone in hand most of the day and spend hours in front of our computers. Quinetha Frasier joins the podcast to share how MyPledger is making the switch to digital giving easier, for both organizations and donors, and why tracking the success of campaigns through data is essential.