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Culture on Campus: Dalton State’s Margaret Venable and David Elrod

Student Engagement and Donor Communications: Margaret Venable and David Elrod of Dalton State join Alexander Haas President and CEO David King to discuss the importance of achieving HSI (Hispanic Serving Institution) status and how fostering student engagement on campus builds university ambassadors for the future. Plus, David and Margaret share their thoughts on tuition costs,Read More Culture on Campus: Dalton State’s Margaret Venable and David Elrod

The Importance of Planned Giving with Lula Dawit of The Woodruff Arts Center

“The key to being a good fundraiser is being donor centric.” Lula Dawit, Director of Planned Giving for The Woodruff Arts Center joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to discuss the importance of planned giving. The two dive into the continued impact of the 2017 Tax Act, managing fundraiser/donor relationships and how theRead More The Importance of Planned Giving with Lula Dawit of The Woodruff Arts Center

Understanding the Repeal of the 80/20 Rule with FSU’s Tom Jennings

The recently passed tax legislation disallowing 80% of tax-deductible “gifts” has raised issues when it comes to athletic seating deduction/counting. Athletic departments now require individuals to pay for the privilege of purchasing season tickets. On this edition of Futures in Fundraising, Tom Jennings, VP of University Advancement and President of the Florida State University FoundationRead More Understanding the Repeal of the 80/20 Rule with FSU’s Tom Jennings

Orchestrating Student Success with University of West Georgia President, Dr. Kyle Marrero

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 ofRead More Orchestrating Student Success with University of West Georgia President, Dr. Kyle Marrero

The How and Why of Data and Digital Giving with Quinetha Frasier

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.