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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: 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.
Featured Job: Reunion Giving & Engagement Manager
The Westminster Schools is seeking a Reunion Giving and Engagement Manager to lead innovative strategies that inspire alumni participation and philanthropic support during milestone reunion years. This position plays a key role in advancing Westminster’s culture of philanthropy, deepening engagement across all decades, and increasing both dollars raised and overall participation. Learn more.
Live Webinar: Reactivating Lapsed Donors
March 26, 2026 12:00 pm–1:30 pm ETWith every day that passes since a donor’s last gift, the likelihood that they’ll give again in the future declines. That’s why it is so important to keep lapsed donors in mind when designing your annual giving strategy. Developing thoughtful data-driven segments and creating personal messages across all of your solicitation channels will improve your reactivation strategy and help you achieve your fundraising goals. 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!