Are you long overdue in making a strategic plan?
Do you need help forming an annual plan for your donors?
Are you just feeling STUCK as a donor relations professional?
You!
THen the unConference is for
A Different Approach
In the Room With
The Donor Relations unConference redefines the traditional conference structure by offering hands-on, collaborative, participant-driven discussions and workshops on strategic donor engagement, donor experience and stewardship.
Meet others like you—diverse, dynamic professionals with a common goal: to learn, network and collaborate. Donor relations practitioners, non-profit founders and fundraisers practicing in the healthcare, higher education and community/grassroots sectors.
The goal is to inspire you to revolutionize your approach to donor relations, to enable you to foster deeper connections with donors and drive positive change in your organization and community.
You will take away new skills, knowledge and insights. And best of all, through your expanded network of thought leaders, you will strengthen your shared commitment to advancing the art and science of donor relations.
Restart. Reset. Refocus.
Get Inspired!
DAY 1
8:00 a.m. Breakfast + Registration
9:00 a.m. Participant-driven discussions + workshops covering:
- Fund Compliance
- Gift Documentation
- Impact Reporting
- Healthcare Stewardship
- Donor Recognition
5:00 p.m. Connections + Cocktails
- Fundraising
- Advancing Donor Relations
- Impact Events
- Executive Search Preparation
- Schedule DRX Labs with our Partners!
Full participation in this event is applicable for 4 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
Get to Work!
Create your strategic plan
Our facilitators will walk through your plan with you and you walk away with a roadmap to success.
Update your annual plan
Use this opportunity to map out how you are going to engage your donors through various strategies. Break down the donor journey into easy-to-follow steps and cadences that you or your team can follow.
Not sure what you need?
Join our unWorkshop until 3:00 p.m. Bring your questions and challenges, and we’ll tackle them together.
DAY 2
Check out the program!
The
DRX
Collab
In 2023, a group of professionals from diverse backgrounds and experiences came together in a Slack channel with the sole purpose of planning an annual regional industry conference.
After working together and recognizing each other's passion for donor relations, we created The DRX Collab, a space where our skills, knowledge and talents can offer innovative solutions, ideas and networking opportunities for our peers in the non-profit sector. We are donor relations and donor experience collaborators from higher education, healthcare and community grassroots organizations.
Our vision is to build a world where donor relations and philanthropy are seamlessly integrated, fostering a sense of belonging through inspiring events, meaningful connections and effective strategies.
the power of philanthropy is not just a career but a calling
Seton Hall University
fostering strong donor relationships begins with empathy, utilizing research and active listening to create a customized donor experience
Coastal Community Foundation of SC
donor experience is fundamental to fundraising; showing gratitude and the impact of donors’ philanthropy are the basic elements of stewardship
University of Miami
exceptional stewardship and donor relations are equal parts good manners, the platinum rule, authenticity, and graciousness
Rutgers University Foundation
donor relations is not just at the end of the gift, it’s part of the entire gift cycle
The Citadel Foundation
Want to be part of the conversation?
Are You In?
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that goes beyond just a traditional conference.
This is not just an event.
It’s a catalyst for a brighter, more connected future for the donor relations profession.
Welcome to Richmond!
We are excited to welcome you to Richmond, VA, a city with urban coolness, where cobblestone streets meet the arts. After the unConference, take some time to explore the city’s history and culture through its museums, restaurants, and a thriving craft beer scene.
301 W. Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 644-9871
Graduate Richmond has been selected as the ideal venue. It will immerse you in local history, legends and VCU Ram traditions, as creative interiors and college nostalgia come together for an experience that’s undeniably Richmond. Located in downtown Richmond, just across the street from the Virginia Commonwealth University campus, it’s the perfect home base for the Donor Relations unConference.
Group booking is available until June 15, 2024 at an exclusive rate of $169/night
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR GENERAL QUESTIONS, EMAIL donorrelationsunconference@gmail.COM
Thank you to our partners!
Presenting:
Impact through SponsorSHIP
Elevate your brand and collaborate with us! When you become a sponsor, you'll get the chance to showcase your expertise by speaking at or hosting sessions, exhibiting your innovative work and participating in insightful roundtable discussions.