Amplifying Giving Days

Includes a Live Web Event on 09/24/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

OVERVIEW

Giving Days have become signature programs and events for annual giving programs at most educational institutions today. These time-bound initiatives not only help to generate important philanthropic support, but they can engage and excite donors while strengthening the overall culture of philanthropy around campus. Understanding how to plan, implement, and evaluate a Giving Day in a way that’s right for your unique organization will go a long way toward improving fundraising results in the short-term while broadening the base of philanthropic support for years to come.

WHAT YOU GET

Understanding of current trends and best practices
Insight into how other programs approach their work
Examples that you can incorporate into your own strategies
Chance to submit questions and chat with colleagues
Copies of all event materials
Opportunity to earn CFRE credit

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Dan Allenby (Host)

President & Founder | Annual Giving Network

Dan Allenby is an author, speaker, and consultant who has worked with educational institutions for over 25 years to improve their fundraising results. An internationally-recognized expert on annual giving, he is the recipient of CASE’s prestigious “Crystal Apple” award for teaching excellence. He is principal and founder of Annual Giving Network and previously led annual giving and membership programs at Boston University, Tufts University, Georgetown University, and the National Geographic Society.

Sara Dier

Director Annual Giving Engagement & Stewardship at Oregon State University Foundation

Sara Dier currently serves as the Director II, Annual Giving Engagement & Stewardship at Oregon State University Foundation. She has previously led programs at Clackamas Community College. Her other experience includes insurance and marketing. Sara holds a Bachelor's degree in English, Writing from Oregon State University.

Jacob Fertig

Senior Associate Director, Multimedia Marketing at Columbia University

Jacob Fertig currently serves as the Senior Associate Director, Multimedia Marketing at Columbia University. His other experience includes independent film production and non-profit communications. Jacob holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & Television from New York University, as well as a Master of Public Administration in Public Policy & Nonprofit Management from NYU Wagner and a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University.

Geoff Hallett

Executive Director of Annual Giving at Colby College

Geoff Hallett currently serves as the Executive Director of Annual Giving at Colby College. He has previously run programs at Penn State University and Bucknell University. His other experience includes work in the fundraising technology industry. He holds a Bachelor's in Political Science from Bucknell University.