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ISN’T MY MONEY GOOD ENOUGH? CREATING INCLUSIVE FUNDRAISING PRACTICES Michael Bumbry, University of Chicago Jay Garvey, The University of Alabama @MBumbry @JasonCGarvey
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Overview Introductions Learning outcomes Why should you care about philanthropy? Literature overview Activity Best practices Closing Discussion
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Introductions Our roles, lenses, and experiences Why did you choose to attend the session?
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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?
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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
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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?
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Interactive activity
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Best practices Role of student affairs professionals Campus partnerships Hiring practices Education on philanthropy Successful programming and initiatives Other suggestions?
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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?
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Thank you! Michael Bumbry Assistant Director of Class Giving and Reunions University of Chicago bumbry23@gmail.com bumbry23@gmail.com Jay Garvey Assistant Professor of Higher Education The University of Alabama jcgarvey@bamaed.ua.edu jcgarvey@bamaed.ua.edu
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