Giving USA 2021: Looking back to look forward
Webinar (90 minutes)
Following a presentation of the new Giving USA data outlining 2020 results, a panel of experts will revisit where they were this time last year and what has changed. The discussion will include how COVID has changed fundraising, how this data and information will impact fundraising going forward, how the social unrest this past year has impacted philanthropy and what are the lasting trends that viewers should be prepared for.
About Giving USA
First published in 1956, Giving USA: The Annual Report on Philanthropy is the longest running, most comprehensive report on philanthropy in the United States. It is researched and written by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Alford Group is a longtime supporter of Giving USA and member of The Giving Institute. Alford Group’s President and CEO Brenda B. Asare is currently serving as the Chair of The Giving Institute.
Resources and Downloads
- Infographic
Giving USA 2021 Infographic
Presenters
Karen Rotko-Wynn
Former Chief Business Enterprise Officer, Alford Group
Karen Rotko-Wynn brings over 36 years of expertise in nonprofit management and philanthropy, with a specialty in capital campaigns and major gifts development. As former Chief Business Enterprise Officer at Alford Group, she guided over 100 nonprofits’ capital campaigns, board development and training, development audits, strategic planning and major gifts counsel.
Brenda B. Asare
President & CEO, Alford Group
Brenda B. Asare joined Alford Group in 2004 and assumed the role of President & CEO in 2014. Brenda brings nearly 30 years of management experience across sectors. She has assisted clients in raising over $2 billion, focusing on campaign execution, strategic planning, corporate partnerships, board leadership development and organizational design.
Robin Callahan
Former Vice President of Philanthropic Services, Greater Tacoma Community Foundation
Robin Callahan, CFRE, former Vice President of Philanthropic Services, Greater Tacoma Community Foundation (she/her/hers) has over 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and recently launched The Callahan Collaborative in 2022 as the next step in her calling to make the world more equitable and just for all.
Elena Fracchia
Former Wealth and Philanthropic Advisor, Columbia Bank
Elena Fracchia, CWS, AVP, former Wealth and Philanthropic Advisor, Columbia Bank (she/her/hers) combines her expertise in financial strategy with a passion for community success and values-driven leadership. In 2024, she launched The Good Philanthropist, a dynamic platform offering training, coaching and facilitation to help professionals make informed, purpose-aligned decisions.
Bernadine (Bernie) C. Griffin
Managing Director Emeritus, The Fifth Avenue Theatre
Bernadine (Bernie) C. Griffin, Managing Director Emeritus, The Fifth Avenue Theatre (she/her/hers) served 21 years in leadership roles at The Fifth Avenue Theatre and was involved for almost four decades in Seattle’s arts and cultural sector.
Asa Tate
former Chief Development Officer, Wellspring Family Services
Asa Tate, former Chief Development Officer, Wellspring Family Services (she/her/hers) brings over 20 years of results-driven, ethical fundraising experience and leadership at Make-A-Wish, KCTS 9, Women’s Funding Alliance, Technology Access Foundation, Food Lifeline and Girl Scouts. She currently serves as Executive Director of Planned Giving at Fred Hutch Cancer Center.