Teaching Students about Philanthropy

Includes a Live Web Event on 08/13/2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

OVERVIEW

Engaging students before they graduate is key to ensuring their continued involvement and support as alumni. Helping students understand and appreciate the important role that philanthropy plays in the life of the institution - and creating opportunities for them to give their time, talent and treasure - can go a long way to increasing awareness, dispelling the myths, and developing future patrons for your institution.

Register now to learn how to teach students the value of philanthropy, and prepare your annual giving program for success now and 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.

Caitie Scott

Director of the Mount Union Fund at University of Mount Union

Caitie Scott currently serves as the Director of The Mount Union Fund at the University of Mount Union. Her other experience includes nonprofit board leadership. Caitie holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Mount Union and a Master's degree in Higher Education Administration from Kent State University.

Alexis Allen

Director of Annual Giving at University of Louisville

Alexis Allen currently serves as the Director of Annual Giving at the University of Louisville. She has previously led programs at the University of Chicago. Her other experience includes roles in the financial services and e-commerce industries. Alexis holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Business/Management from Eastern Kentucky University.

H. Avery

Class Giving Coordinator at Brown University

H. Avery currently serves as the Class Giving Coordinator at Brown University. She has previously led programs at The Webb School and Berry College. Her other experience includes the performing arts and theatre industry. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Theatre from Berry College.