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Participation Link: Addressing Fundraiser Burnout

If you’re interested in participating in Dr. Amanda Sattler’s research on fundraiser burnout, based on The CDO Network’s live Zoom event hosted May 12, 2026 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, you can do so here.

Gift Planning Program Assessment

$84 trillion will pass from the estates of Baby Boomers over the next 20 years. Census data shows that 20% of Boomers are childless. Are you positioned to be one of the top beneficiaries of your Boomer prospects’ estates? Philanthropy Advisory Counsel’s assessment will prepare your program to confidently pursue these gifts.

Productive gift planning programs are a collaborative effort. They can help you break silos and prepare your entire team to talk with donors about their largest gifts.

Presentation: Addressing Fundraiser Burnout

Powerpoint slides from The CDO Network’s live Zoom event hosted May 12, 2026 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.

Recording: Addressing Fundraiser Burnout with The Lilly School

A recording of the “Addressing Fundraiser Burnout” presentation from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, presented on May 12, 2026.

Recording: What Do You See? with Tom Neises

A recording of the “What Do You See?” conversation with Tom Neises, Chief Development Officer for The Nature Conservancy, on April 16, 2026.

Recording: What Do You See? with Love Collins III

A recording of the “What Do You See?” conversation with Love Collins III, former Chief Development Officer for the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health, on March 19, 2026.

Recording: What Do You See? with Matthew Lambert

A recording of the “What Do You See?” conversation with Matthew Lambert, Senior Vice President of University Advancement at William & Mary, on February 19, 2026.

Recording: The Impact of Donor Advised Funds

A recording of the “Impact of Donor Advised Funds” conversation presented by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy on January 15, 2026.

Presentation: The Impact of Donor Advised Funds

Powerpoint slides from The CDO Network’s live Zoom event hosted January 15, 2026 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.

2025 Fundraising Investment Report

In an era of rising expectations and constrained budgets, advancement leaders need clear benchmarks and proven strategies to optimize fundraising investment. Drawing on survey responses and performance data from Marts&Lundy’s benchmarks database, the Fundraising Investment Study 2025 provides a comprehensive view of budgeting practices, investment justification strategies, and fundraising efficiency across sectors. It offers insights you need to strengthen your case for investment and optimize resource allocation for sustained philanthropic growth.

2025 Annual DAF Report

This report draws on Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 990, Schedule D data for fiscal year (FY) 2024 to provide aggregate data on the number of DAF accounts, contributions to DAFs, grants from DAFs, DAF assets, payout rate, and average account size.

Recording: “What Do You See?” with Lynette Marshall

A recording of the “What Do You See?” conversation with Lynette Marshall, President and Chief Executive Officer of the University of Iowa Center for Advancement , on December 11, 2025.

Recording: “What Do You See?” with Susan Madden

A recording of the “What Do You See?” conversation with Susan Madden, Vice President for Philanthropy at Manhattan School of Music, on November 6, 2025.

Presentation: Partnering with High Net Worth Donors

Powerpoint slides from The CDO Network’s live Zoom event hosted October 15, 2025 by The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.

Recording: Partnering with High Net Worth Donors

A recording of the “Partnering with High Net Worth Donors” conversation presented by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy on October 15, 2025.

Recording: “What Do You See?” with Karl Miller-Lugo

A recording of the “What Do You See?” conversation with Karl Miller-Lugo, Senior Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement at The University of Texas at San Antonio on September 11, 2025.

The Summit

Join AADO for this three-day conference featuring industry speakers and experts, networking opportunities, and social events designed to connect and inspire. Get ready to learn from like-minded professionals and gain valuable insights into the world of fundraising.