Using AI in Annual Giving

Recorded On: 04/01/2024

OVERVIEW

Artificial Intelligence has found its way to the center of attention from organizational leaders everywhere. Its rapid evolution and profound significance has not been lost on the world of annual giving and educational fundraising. While some celebrate its possibilities and others fear its potential dangers, most agree that having a basic framework and understanding of AI will become increasingly important for annual giving and educational fundraising professionals who seek to lead their programs safely and successfully into the future.

Exploring this topic, Dan Allenby (AGN) will lead a live interactive panel discussion with industry experts Emily Berry (Miami University), Christy Moss (University of Illinois), Greg Knedler (Troy University) and Megan Poole (University of Virginia). Among the questions they will address are:

What are some of the basic concepts that any AI user needs to know?
What are some of the most effective tools for using AI today?
What are some practical ways to use AI to support annual gift fundraising efforts?
What are the potential pitfalls of AI as it relates to educational fundraising?
What principles can help guide annual fund decision making as it relates to AI?
What are the best models and sources for future guidance as AI evolves?
And more!

Register now for you and your entire team to learn how to harness AI to improve annual gift fundraising efforts for your institution.

WHAT YOU GET

One log-in to the LIVE event; invite your entire team
Link to watch a recording following the live event
Your questions answered by experts
A chance to interact with colleagues from other programs
Eligible for 1 point of CFRE credit
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Christy Moss

With over 15 years of experience in annual giving and educational fundraising, Christy has led various programs at the University of Illinois. Her other experience includes Greenville University, USEED, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. She holds a B.A. in Communication from Greenville University and an M.S. in Information Science from the University of Illinois.

Emily Berry

With more than 20 years of experience in fundraising, event planning, and donor relations, Emily Berry is a seasoned development professional with a strong focus on annual giving. Her experience includes leading annual giving programs at Miami University and special events the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Emily holds a Master of Arts in Instructional Design & Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Health & Sports Studies, both from Miami University.

Megan Poole

With over 10 years of experience in education and fundraising, Megan has led annual giving and direct marketing programs at the University of Virginia and the University of Florida. Her other experience includes work as a college writing instructor and a highschool English teacher. She holds a B.A. in English from Wesleyan College and an M.A. in English from Syracuse University.

Greg Knedler

With more than 25 years of experience in annual giving and educational fundraising, Greg has led programs at Troy University, the Air Force Academy Foundation, Georgia State University, and Auburn University. His other experience includes consultant work with K-12 private and charter schools. He holds a B.S in Marketing and an M.Ed. in Marketing Education, both from Auburn University.

Dan Allenby

Principal & 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.