Topic: Development Assessment with presenter Karen Williams, Founder of Spark Consulting Partners
Karen Williams is the President of SPARK Philanthropy, a consulting firm whose sole purpose is to help nonprofits identify sustainable solutions for long-term growth. Karen has more than 25 years of fundraising experience in the nonprofit sector. She has successfully led development teams for the National Speaking of Women's Health Foundation, Monster.com's Diversity Leadership Programs, TriHealth Spirit of Women ®, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati and the Community Foundation, and WordPlay.
Discussion Points:
* Strategies for creating compelling year-end fundraising campaigns that resonate with donors' values and motivations.
* Importance of donor stewardship and cultivation in ensuring long-term engagement and support beyond year-end initiatives.
* Best practices for leveraging technology, data analysis, and storytelling to enhance fundraising efforts and drive sustainable development outcomes.
* Actionable tips for optimizing digital communication channels, donor outreach strategies, and campaign tracking to maximize fundraising success throughout the year and into the future.
