Transforming Donor Engagement
The RNL 2023 Regional Donor Engagement Workshop Series will feature day-long programs led by RNL experts and thought leaders who will share how they have helped institutions transform the donor experience and move the needle on fundraising success.
Recent research, best practices, and trends in donor outreach will be highlighted, along with an incredible opportunity to network and share with peers.
Discover new ideas, make new connections, and gain strategic insights
- Hear about important national trends in philanthropy and alumni engagement that will impact the way you raise money.
- Focus on the donor pipeline—and learn more about how engagement metrics can be used to accelerate the donor journey and drive revenue.
- Share what’s working for you and hear peers’ insights about key challenges, including managing multiple channels, data flow, new donor expectations, and talent on our teams.
You’ll leave this event with new ideas for donor outreach, new connections, and incorporating the latest technology to fuel your team’s success.
Registration Fees
$199/per person
Bring a team to spark discussion and create momentum for implementing new strategies.
Location Details
Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square
75 East State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
RNL rate: $159/night. Cut-off date: October 10 but may sell out sooner.
“Our team welcomed the opportunity to set aside time away from our office and computers for an in-person workshop. The intimate nature of the event allowed us to delve deeper into topics of special interest and to end our day with a few concrete action items to improve our results that were achievable and attainable”
Workshop Agenda
Agenda subject to change.
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. ET
Check-In and Networking Breakfast
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. ET
FY 24 Emerging Trends and Predictions for Philanthropy and Donor Engagement
Presenter: Greta Daniels, Senior Vice President, Fundraising, RNL
Dive into impact investing, giving circles, donor-advised funds, mutual aid funds, collaborative philanthropy, and more. We will discuss a variety of emerging trends and vehicles for giving and how you can leverage them in your work against the backdrop of the latest data from Giving USA, The Fundraising Effectiveness Project, and other key sources.
11:00 – 11:15 a.m. ET
Break
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. ET
Leadership Giving: Cultivating Future Major Donors at Scale
Presenter: Scott Kruger, Vice President and Consultant, RNL
Cultivating leadership-level gifts is an important first step toward identifying and growing the major donors of tomorrow, but many institutions struggle with managing this process at scale. During this session, we will discuss the myriad ways you can be supporting growth in the middle of your pipeline and why you and your leadership should be leaning into this crucial audience.
12:15 – 1:30 p.m. ET
Networking Lunch
1:30 – 2:15 p.m. ET
As Seen on Campus: Tactical Recommendations From Your Peers for Donor Acquisition, Retention, Giving Days, Digital Engagement, and More
Presenter: Autumn Horton, Senior Consultant, Account Management, RNL
Borrow winning strategies and tactics from RNL partners across the country during this action-oriented session. We will provide you with a variety of field-tested tactics that drive donor acquisition and retention, elevate existing events, and accelerate the impact of team members and tools at institutions just like yours.
2:15 – 3:00 p.m. ET
Curated Co-Working Groups
Presenter: Scott Kruger, Vice President and Consultant, RNL
We will wrap the day with guided discussions and tactical planning exercises that will ensure you are concluding the day with tangible next steps for your organization and a new network of colleagues to leverage for future insight and collaboration.
3:00 p.m. ET
Adjournment
“It was well worth my time to attend the in-person workshop. With a small group setting, it felt pandemic-safe and fostered the ability to share and discuss openly with other participants and the RNL consultants. I walked away with a variety of ideas to consider for my program but even better was the opportunity to create a specific action plan on how to implement one opportunity.”
“Wonderful experience. Loved the format, and we covered a lot of great information.”
Registration Fees
$199/per person
Bring a team to spark discussion and create momentum for implementing new strategies.
Location Details
Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square
75 East State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
RNL rate: $159/night. Cut-off date: October 10 but may sell out sooner.