November 12, 2026 Webinar | Not the End of the Road: A Map for Strategic Lifetime Stewardship
Thursday, November 12, 2026 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM) (PST)
Description
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Members: FREE | Non-Members: $75
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About the Webinar
Gift officers must balance churning portfolios with nurturing donor relationships. But what about those key donors who may have given their ultimate gift? This session will help Donor Relations professionals map out a plan for permanent/lifetime stewardship (also called a "Stewardship Portfolio") at their institution: assigning roles, creating qualifying criteria and identifying engagement opportunities for this special segment of our donor base.
Learning Objectives
- Identify how to define and who qualifies for permanent/lifetime stewardship
- Develop a process for assigning roles and responsibilities
- Brainstorm potential communication and stewardship strategies applicable to various organizational structures and budgets
- Build a community of like-minded donor-relations professionals for future collaboration and support
Target Audience | Shop Size | Experience Level |
Suitable for all audiences | Suitable for all size shops | Mid-career (4 - 8 years), Experienced (8 + years) |
About the Presenter
Laura Wright, Senior Director, Donor Relations, University of Kentucky/Health | |
 | After positions in advertising, marketing and PR (and a stint as a TV chef), Laura Wright now leads the Donor Relations team for UK's health colleges and the clinical enterprise, providing gift officers with strategic counsel and tools that make prospects feel engaged and donors feel loved. |
Rachel Griffin, Senior Director, Donor Relations & Stewardship, UConn Foundation | |
 | Rachel Griffin brings her experience in annual giving, arts nonprofits, and public policy to her role as Senior Director of Donor Relations & Stewardship at The UConn Foundation. She strives to integrate a stewardship mindset across the organization and infuse unreasonable hospitality in her work. |
Thank You To Our 2026 Webinar Sponsor
