Engaging Young Alumni

Includes a Live Web Event on 12/10/2026 at 12:00 PM (EST)

OVERVIEW

The years following graduation are an important time for the relationship between young alumni and their alma mater. Simply bombarding them with unexpected gift solicitations can be off-putting and may jeopardize that relationship. That’s why it's so important for educational institutions to find thoughtful ways to engage young alumni, explain the importance of annual giving, and inspire them to make their alma mater a philanthropic priority. Doing so will create a stronger culture of philanthropy and set the stage for loyal alumni support for years to come.

Register now to learn how to effectively engage young alumni in a way that will lead to a lifetime of philanthropic support.

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.

Shenese Jones

Director, Constituent Engagement at New York University

Shenese Jones currently serves as the Director, Constituent Engagement at New York University. She has previously led telefund programs at Carnegie Mellon University and Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Shenese holds a B.A. in Psychology from Temple University, and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh.

Nicole Denver

Associate Director, Student-Alumni Engagement at Babson College

Nicole Denver currently serves as the Associate Director, Student-Alumni Engagement at Babson College. She has previously led programs at Suffolk University. Her other experience includes nonprofit event coordination and media publishing. Nicole holds a Bachelor's in Corporate Communications from Framingham State University and a Master of Administration of Higher Education from Suffolk University.

Jody Abzug

Director of Development and Alumni Relations at The Newman School

Jody Abzug currently serves as the Director of Development and Alumni & Parent Programs at The Newman School. She has previously led programs at The Foote School and Sarah Lawrence College. Her other experience includes nonprofit fundraising and consulting. Jody holds a BA in Art History & American Studies from Williams College and an MA in Art History from the University of Delaware.