Advance - Foundation for Fraternal Excellence

Real-world, practical education for fraternal fundraisers

Advance is a unique opportunity for fraternal fundraisers to learn, connect and reflect on their work and goals. This program successfully provides dynamic sessions rooted in sharing, small group discussion and networking connections within the industry.

Thanks to everyone who attended our 2022 Advance program!

We are grateful to the individuals who attended the Annual Giving Track, Road Warriors Track or both! Both tracks took place entirely online over two afternoons; check out the 2022 program details below for a glimpse into what attendees experienced.

Newcomer Orientation: Friday, March 25 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET
Annual Giving Track: Tuesday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 30 | View track details
Road Warrior Track: Tuesday, April 12 – Wednesday, April 13 | View track details

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Advance offers something for everyone working in or supporting fraternal fundraising. New and mid-career professionals benefit the most. This program centers around two tracks: Annual Giving and Road Warriors.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?

Both tracks heavily focus on tactics, innovations and real-world experiences. Sessions are hosted exclusively over Zoom. Participants take part in dynamic sessions rooted in sharing, small group discussion and networking connections within the fraternal fundraising industry.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

The Annual Giving track focuses on annual funds, campaigns, programs and communications. Road Warriors will discuss development, major gifts and face-to-face fundraising. New to Advance or the industry? The program includes an optional Newcomer Orientation that covers basics of the fundraising cycle and development terminology.

2022 Track Information

Annual funds, campaigns, programs, communications

Development, major gifts, face-to-face fundraising

PLAN AHEAD

Had a great experience at a recent Advance or other FFE program? We are looking for new committee members who can help ensure a stronger, better program at the next Advance, Seminar and other successful FFE events. Email FFE Executive Director Ashley VanDewark at ashley.vandewark@foundationfe.org for information on volunteering for FFE. Thank you for your interest!