ISN’T MY MONEY GOOD ENOUGH? CREATING INCLUSIVE FUNDRAISING PRACTICES Michael Bumbry, University of Chicago Jay Garvey, The University

Overview  Introductions  Learning outcomes  Why should you care about philanthropy?  Literature overview  Activity  Best practices  Closing Discussion

Introductions  Our roles, lenses, and experiences  Why did you choose to attend the session?

Learning outcomes  Understand current literature on student philanthropy and alumni giving, particularly among racial/ethnic minorities and LGBT populations  Discuss critical role that underrepresented populations play in student and alumni philanthropic efforts, and explore the current problems that prohibit such engagement  Define solutions to creating a more inclusive student philanthropy program which educates and engages all students about the importance of giving back to one’s alma mater  Is there anything else that you’re interested in exploring in this session?

Why does philanthropy among diverse alumni matter?  Declining federal and state support to higher education  Although more dollars, fewer donors  Defining who is philanthropic  “Untapped resource”  Strategic benefits of partnerships with advancement officers

Literature overview  General context of alumni giving  Scarce research on underrepresented communities  Institutional and engagement and development efforts  Student engagement and impact of college satisfaction  Student philanthropy programs and impact on young alumni engagement and giving  What does all this mean for alumni from diverse backgrounds?

Interactive activity

Best practices  Role of student affairs professionals  Campus partnerships  Hiring practices  Education on philanthropy  Successful programming and initiatives  Other suggestions?

Closing  What did we share today that resonates with the current work you do with students?  How can you apply what you’ve learned today with your student population?  How can you apply what you’ve learned today with your professional colleagues (student affairs, alumni/development, or another appropriate office)?  Questions/Final Comments?

Thank you! Michael Bumbry  Assistant Director of Class Giving and Reunions  University of Chicago  Jay Garvey  Assistant Professor of Higher Education  The University of Alabama 