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As the world's leading resource for annual giving programs, AGN helps educational institutions develop sustainable sources of philanthropic support. We’re proud to have served thousands of colleges, universities, and independent schools through our research, training, and consulting services, as well as our membership program, which provides ongoing access to professional development.
Read below for our latest news, upcoming events, and more!
Live Webinar: Optimizing Websites
& Giving Forms
June 11, 2026 12:00pm–1:30pm ET
When it comes to running an annual giving program, you don’t have to be a professional web designer to appreciate the importance of engaging web pages and easy-to-use online giving forms. Just as consumers expect a fluid online shopping experience, donors also want their online experience to be simple and easy. Register now.
Thank You to Our Sponsor
BCG Connect is proud to support AGN and its community of annual giving and fundraising professionals. Celebrating 20+ years of helping colleges, universities, and independent schools
deliver personalized direct marketing programs
that drive engagement and elevate giving.
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Featured Job: Director of Annual Giving
Curry College is seeking a Director of Annual Giving responsible for designing, managing, and growing the College’s annual giving program, with a primary focus on donor acquisition, retention, and revenue growth through direct mail, digital outreach, and segmented donor and alumni strategies. Learn more.
Live Webinar: Texting With Donors
June 18, 2026 12:00pm–1:30pm ETText messaging is a simple, direct way to reach others and an important tool for annual giving programs. It’s also an effective way to engage and solicit donors. Developing “one-to-one” and “one-to-many” texting strategies, and integrating them with other efforts, empowers programs to communicate the impact of philanthropy, cultivate important relationships, and improve fundraising results. Register now.
Featured Job: Director of Annual Giving
Ramapo College of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Annual Giving to oversee the Ramapo College Foundation’s annual giving efforts and events. This role is primarily focused on building the College’s philanthropic base and pipeline through multi-channel strategies — including mail, phone, email, social media, matching donations, giving days, and more.
Learn more.
Live Webinar: Surveying Your Donors
June 25, 2026 12:00pm–4:00pm ETConducting surveys can be a great way for annual giving programs to gather feedback and gain a better understanding of the perspectives, interests, and concerns of their donors and prospects. And while developing a survey may seem like a daunting task, it’s often more straightforward and manageable than people think. What’s more, the data you’ll collect will equip you with powerful insights to help elevate your fundraising to new heights. Register now.
Become an AGN Member Today!
This is a great time to invest in professional development for your team. AGN Membership provides advancement staff and volunteers with ongoing access to the training and tools that they’ll need to be successful. Learn more or become a member today!