2023 William D. Jenkins Outstanding Foundation Professional: Maurie J. Phelan
Indianapolis, July 20, 2023 – A leader in fraternal fundraising with an exceptional ability to drive growth, Maurie J. Phelan has a passion for...
2021 William D. Jenkins Award for Outstanding Foundation Professional: Jennifer Webb
Indianapolis, August 2, 2021 – Jennifer Polley Webb has been “a breath—more like a storm—of fresh air and energy” to the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation...
Industry Survey Analysis: First-Time Donors
Last month, FFE analyzed how fraternal foundations compare to the nonprofit sector in overall donor retention and first-time donor retention.
While our member organizations saw...
Program Profile: Beta Theta Pi Foundation’s Auto-Kai Club
Recurring gift programs are a hot topic because of their potential to increase donor engagement and retention. At the end of FY14, Beta Theta...
Uniting Educational Foundations: How Boardable Empowers Effective Governance
At Boardable, we’re more than just a software provider; we are a committed partner to educational foundations dedicated to making a lasting impact. Born...
2020 Outstanding Volunteer: Mary Jane Jackson Crist
Indianapolis, July 24, 2020 – Through a remarkable ability to inspire others to give, Mary Jane Jackson Crist’s talent at engaging high-capacity donors has...
FFE/NIC hire Director of Programs
Indianapolis, October 21, 2022 – The Foundation for Fraternal Excellence (FFE) and North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) announce the hiring of Desiree Paulhamus as...
In Memory of Jason Butler, FFE Past President
March 4, 2025 — The Foundation for Fraternal Excellence is saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Past President Jason Butler on February...
FFE And Boardable Offering Discounted Services To Member Foundations
Indianapolis, August 23, 2019 —The Foundation for Fraternal Excellence and Boardable have collaborated to offer FFE member foundations special use of Boardable services through...
Industry Survey Analysis: Donor Retention Comparison
Each year, FFE conducts the Industry Survey – which provides insights that directly reflect the fraternal fundraising industry. Let’s look at donor retention comparisons between...











