Ashley VanDewark Becomes First-Ever NIC Foundation Executive Director
Indianapolis, June 4, 2018—Director of NICF Programs and Services Ashley VanDewark assumed the role of NIC Foundation Executive Director effective June 1. She joined...
The Donor Pipeline Hiding in Your Scholarship Program
How Scholarship Reviews Can Become Your Strongest Source of Alumni Engagement and Fundraising
Most foundations think of scholarships as a cost center — an important...
Campaign Profile: Alpha Gamma Delta “Fighting Hunger – Full Plates. Hearts....
“If you have food, you have a million problems. If you don’t have food, you only have one problem.” – Alpha Gamma Delta Member
This...
2024 William D. Jenkins Outstanding Foundation Professional Award: Maggie Coons
Indianapolis, July 17, 2024 – An ethical and stalwart professional, Maggie Coons demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication in fraternal philanthropy. In her 20 years...
Julie Waitman, Alpha Gamma Delta, To Receive 2018 NICF William D....
Indianapolis, July 12, 2018—Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Executive Director Julie Waitman is the 2018 recipient of the North-American Interfraternity Conference Foundation’s (NICF) William D....
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...
$50,000 in Scholarships to be Awarded in Inaugural Men’s College Scholarship
The Foundation for Fraternal Excellence and the North American Interfraternity Conference are excited to announce the recipients of the inaugural Men’s College Scholarship designed...
Industry Survey Insight: Donor Retention & Conversion
29% Isn’t the Finish Line
As foundations move beyond spring campaigns and continue building toward sustained fundraising growth, the 2025 FFE Industry Survey highlights a critical reality: acquisition success...
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...
2023 Outstanding Philanthropist: Julie Whitney Dawson
Indianapolis, July 20, 2023 – With an unwavering dedication to women’s education and empowerment, Julie Whitney Dawson continues to give generously to ensure the...
