Annual giving is the foundational program from which all other development efforts grow and flourish. Yet, for some development offices, efforts tend to be reactive rather than part of a coordinated, strategic plan.

The difference between a thriving fundraising program and a struggling one often comes down to the leadership of the development committee chair.

Social media is one of the most visible ways your school connects with current families, prospective parents, alums, and the broader community.

Your surveys are complete, and the data is ready to review — where do you start?

Surveys are more than just forms — conducting them over time allows you to spot trends, understand what your school is doing well, and uncover areas where there’s room to grow.

Schools are facing a rapidly evolving AI landscape, and many lack the internal capacity or designated personnel to lead the strategic planning necessary to enhance teaching, streamline operations, and ensure ethical, mission-aligned AI adoption. Without a clear point person or process, schools may fall behind.

Join us for an interactive discussion with ISM’s expert consultants and your fellow small-shop development professionals from across the country, as we tackle the most pressing issues you face today.

Based on your feedback and key questions raised in previous webinars in this series, we’ll address the top challenges in small development shops. Whether it’s donor engagement, annual fund strategies, database management, or maximizing small-shop resources, we’ll provide practical solutions and actionable insights tailored to your needs.