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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.
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BAG Awards Sample Showcase
March 5, 2026 12:00–1:00 pm ETNow in its 8th year, AGN’s “Best in Annual Giving” (BAG) Awards recognizes the great work of annual giving programs at educational institutions across the industry. Hundreds of entries each year include direct mail appeals, emails, scripts, stewardship pieces, volunteer materials, advertisements, giving day and crowdfunding campaigns, challenges, videos, and more. Winners are selected based on their quality, innovation, and overall effectiveness. Read more.
Live Webinar: Increasing Alumni Participation
February 26, 2026 12:00 pm–1:30 pm ETCalculated as the percentage of graduates who donate to their alma mater each year, alumni participation is a high priority for annual giving programs. Setting clear goals, developing effective strategies, and tracking results are key when it comes to increasing alumni participation rates and creating a sustainable source of philanthropic support for educational institutions over the long term. Register now.
Featured Job: Senior Director of Annual Giving, Tuck School of Business
The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College is seeking a Senior Director of Annual Giving to provide strategic and operational leadership for one of the most distinctive and participation-driven annual giving programs in higher education. This role will sustain and thoughtfully expand Tuck’s deeply rooted culture of alumni engagement, emphasizing meaningful relationships, shared responsibility, and long-term commitment to the School’s mission. Learn more.
Live Webinar: Developing Affinity Appeals
March 12, 2026 12:00 pm–1:30 pm ETAppealing to alumni and donors based on their passions and interests is one of the most effective ways to capture their attention and inspire them to give. Taking time to understand which affinities exist within your prospect pool, and then developing strategies around them, can help uncover new donors while securing ongoing support from existing donors for years to come. Register now.
Featured Job: Director of Annual Giving
University of Puget Sound is seeking a Director of Annual Giving to lead and grow its $2M+ annual fund program. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Constituent Relations, this highly visible role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution to drive leadership giving, digital and direct marketing, volunteer engagement, and giving day initiatives in alignment with university priorities and fundraising best practices. Learn more.
Live Webinar: Establishing Donor Loyalty
March 19, 2026 12:00 pm–1:30 pm ETAnnual giving programs are tasked with developing sustainable sources of philanthropic support for their institution. One of the most effective ways to do this is to establish donor loyalty programs that encourage regular giving and inspire donors (at every level) to make a gift each year. These programs not only help to create a positive experience for donors, but they also help to improve retention and participation rates in the near and long term. Register now.
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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!