About the Webinar

To the outsider, fundraising is all about the front-line fundraiser and their interactions with a prospective donor toward securing the philanthropic gift. To everyone involved in the nonprofit sector, there is a deeper understanding of the tremendous work, systems, and maintenance that occurs behind the scenes to facilitate effective fundraising. This is the back-office operation – fundraising operations. It’s vital to making the development function work smoothly. Join this engaging discussion as we explore the key elements of successful fundraising operations and what you need to consider adding or changing within your shop to help it reach its true fundraising potential.

About the Presenter: Chris Looney

Christopher “Chris” Looney has committed his professional life to the advancement of the nonprofit sector and remains most interested in elevating the field of philanthropy and the capacity of fundraisers to succeed. Chris is the son of two legendary fundraisers. His wife, Anisha, works in development as well for a well-known research hospital. For nearly 25 years, Chris provided advice, guidance and support to hundreds of organizations in his role as a senior leader of the nation’s largest and most successful fundraising consulting firm. During his tenure with the firm, Chris assisted his clients to raise hundreds of millions of dollars. Through the years, Chris served in key leadership positions connected to philanthropy. AFP International Foundation for Philanthropy, AFP of Orange County, The Giving USA Foundation, and Giving Institute have all benefitted from the leadership of Chris Looney. After decades working on the front lines of fundraising, guiding and advising a multitude of nonprofits on philanthropic initiatives, Chris developed The Five Tool Fundraiser concept. Over the years, Chris has continued to explore the Five Tool Fundraiser framework, which has resulted in the completion of several books and training materials. Chris and his wife, Anisha, live in Irvine, California with their three children.

Zoom

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81547264263?pwd=eh5f9cNprShbE4PU8ZEHKNVtQfCtPk.1

Meeting ID: 815 4726 4263

Passcode: 572999