CapDev Workshop - Spring 2026

Always a sell out! Don't miss this inspirational campaign planning workshop led by our expert team. Designed for both staff and board, this one-day workshop guides you through the elements of building philanthropy and tackling major campaign initiatives. We will share some tried and true approaches for creating campaigns, and you will gain tangible takeaways you can use to build your own campaign plans.

Meet workshop leaders and fellow participants at this complimentary welcome reception. Plus, you will have the opportunity to hear from the CEO of local CapDev Client, Peacehaven Community Farm. CEO, Phelps Sprinkle will join us to share highlights of Peacehaven's vision and campaign journey. The welcome reception is encouraged, but optional.

• Space is very limited so register early
• Max. of 2 per organization
• CFRE credits available

" All of the presenters were excellent! They were concise, energetic, very organized, and full of information. I could have continued to listen to each presenter longer." - Dawn Carter, former Director of Development, Ridgecroft School

Agenda:

1. Light breakfast starting at 8:45am
2. Introductions kick off at 9am
3. Setting the Stage: applying recent giving trends
4. Campaign Readiness: internal capacity building
5. Start with Why: building your case for support
6. Lunch conversation with campaign leader, Harry Archer III
7. Leadership: the key to campaign success
8. Donors: deep dive into the donor relations
9. Stewardship & Takeaways, adjourning by 4pm

CapDev Team:

• Allan Burrows, CEO
• Stephanie Flores de Valgaz, Marketing Manager
• Clare Jordan, Vice President
• Jennifer Hanes Sullivan, Senior Counsel
• Brandy Vandergriff, Client Services Associate

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