The Advancement Network (AdNet) is the premier networking and professional resource for community foundation team members serving in fund development, philanthropic advising and donor services. The 2024 conference was held in San Antonio, Texas. From immersive and practical education opportunities to unparalleled networking amongst our peers, AdNet 2024 promises to be one of the leading conferences in the community foundation sector.
Evolving Strategies: Campaigns in Today’s Community Foundation Landscape
This session shared emerging insights from diverse Community Foundations across the nation, offering a comprehensive snapshot of current fundraising campaign strategies. Attendees explored the evolving strategies that organizations are employing to move beyond reactive fundraising and toward increasingly community-informed and –centric campaigns. From navigating board and volunteer expectations to addressing donor responses and internal obstacles, our presenters shared real-world experiences, adopted innovations and lessons learned.
Presentation deck for Evolving Strategies: Campaign’s in Today’s Community Foundation Landscape
Alexis Cooke
Chief Operating Officer, Alford Group
Alexis Cooke is Chief Operating Officer of Alford Group with over 20 years of experience advancing missions through strategic fundraising, marketing and organizational development. She brings a passion for connection, creativity and collaboration to her work—loves to spend time with her family, read, garden and travel.
Lieve Hendren
Senior Consultant, Alford Group
Lieve Hendren is a Senior Consultant at Alford Group, bringing nine years of experience in strategy consulting and project management to her clients. She previously worked with The American Medical Association, The Rockefeller Foundation and Teach for America.