Session Materials
Click below to access the presentation and strategic workbook.
Advancement Strategy & Professional Development
Equipping advancement professionals at small institutions and HBCUs with practical, scalable fundraising strategies.
This platform reflects applied advancement strategy developed in real institutional conditions, where systems are evolving and results are required.
About This Work
At Jarvis Christian University, advancement strategy is being actively developed and strengthened to support long-term institutional growth. This work reflects a shift toward greater alignment across annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and athletics, creating a more coordinated and strategic advancement framework.
The models shared here are designed to be practical and adaptable, with an emphasis on clarity, sustainability, and measurable progress—particularly for institutions seeking to enhance and scale their advancement efforts.
Conference & Professional Engagement
This work has been developed and refined through engagement with leading professional organizations, including the Council for Advancement and Support of Education and the Association of Fundraising Professionals. These platforms provide opportunities to test ideas, exchange practices, and contribute to broader conversations shaping the future of institutional advancement.
In addition, leadership development experiences such as the Executive Leadership Institute at Clark Atlanta University inform an approach that integrates executive leadership, fundraising strategy, and institutional positioning. Together, these engagements support a model grounded in both practice and professional standards.
Session Resources: Two Societies, One Launch
The following materials are available to support implementation and continued learning:
- Presentation Slides
- Strategy Workbook
These resources are designed to be practical and adaptable, allowing institutions to begin applying key concepts immediately.
Continue the Conversation
Institutions seeking to strengthen advancement strategy, launch new giving initiatives, or enhance alignment across fundraising areas are encouraged to connect for continued dialogue.
- Email: dgrate@jarvis.edu
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dominique-isaac-grate