Strategic Plan 2027-2029

OUR MISSION

To advance the fraternal movement by enhancing the skills and knowledge of associated professionals and volunteers.

OUR STRATEGIC VISION

By 2029, FFE will be the central hub for the fraternal foundation community, advancing mission-driven fundraising through education, actionable research, industry partnerships, meaningful benchmarking, and sustainable organizational leadership.

Knowledge Leadership
& Member Development

FFE will produce trusted research, contextualize, and translate it through programming and tools that build capability across member organizations.

1. Be a leader in the community-wide research agenda
2. Establish fraternal foundation reporting standards working group
3. Deepen Alliance Partner engagement
4. Expand programming to reach new audiences

Community
& Connection

FFE will create a culture of care for foundation stakeholders by building intentional communities of practice.

1. Launch role-specific “communities of practice”
2. Improve volunteer engagement and training accessibility
3. Enhance framework for supporting small and emerging member organizations

Organizational Stability
& Adaptation

FFE will diversify its revenue base, invest in infrastructure, and develop the volunteer and staff pipeline necessary in a time of rapid environmental and industry change.

1. Strengthen FFE fundraising and development capacity
2. Increase the breadth of FFE revenue streams
3. Apply for IRS private letter ruling on chapter housing fundabillity
4. Build and experienced volunteer engagement pipeline
5. Pursue operational prioritization and good governance