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Join fundraising professionals for an insightful conversation with Brad Little, CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne (CFGFW). He’ll discuss the foundation’s philosophy on honoring donor intent and share key elements of their donor development continuum. This event includes an open Q&A, offering you the chance to seek advice on fundraising challenges and learn effective donor engagement strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and gain valuable insights from a philanthropic leader!
Date: October 10 at 12:00 p.m.
Location: Parkview Field Suite Level Lounge
Lunch will be served starting at 11:30 with the program beginning at noon sharp.
Session Overview:
Join your fellow fundraising professionals for an engaging and insightful conversation with Brad Little, the CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne (CFGFW). In this exclusive event, Brad will delve into the foundation's core philosophy and the processes they employ to honor donor intent, ensuring that the wishes and values of donors are respected and upheld.
He will also explore the integral elements of CFGFW’s donor development continuum, sharing valuable insights on how these principles guide their efforts in building lasting relationships with donors and maximizing the impact of their contributions. This is a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of best practices in the field of philanthropy and donor engagement.
Additionally, attendees will have the chance to participate in an open Q&A session, allowing you to pose your own questions and engage directly with Brad. Whether you are looking for advice on specific challenges you face in your fundraising efforts or simply wish to learn more about effective strategies for donor development, this session promises to be both informative and inspiring.
Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with peers and gain valuable knowledge from a leader in the philanthropic community!
October 10, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Suite Level Lounge
Parkview Field
1301 Ewing Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Understanding Donor Intent
A Conversation with CEO Brad Little
Meet Your Presenter
Brad Little
President & CEO | Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne
Brad joined the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne as President and CEO in January 2018.
A central Indiana native, he has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Ball State University and an MBA from Butler University and has experience in both for-profit and nonprofit worlds which ultimately led him to CFGFW.
After nearly 10 years in the private sector, Brad went to work for his fraternity – Lambda Chi Alpha – where he became the Chief Operating Officer. He then went to the Carmel Dads Club a youth sports organization where he was the first full-time Executive Director. After five years with the Carmel Dads Club, Brad went on to become the President of the Community Foundation of Hamilton County. His work there led to an opportunity to be a part of a foundation start up in Ottumwa, Iowa where he was the inaugural President and CEO of the Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation for 7 years.
In addition to being the President and CEO of The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne, Brad serves on the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. board of directors where he chairs the Investor Growth Committee.
Brad and his wife Melissa enjoy spending time with their 5 kids. Brad also likes to collect manual typewriters. He currently has 7 in his collection along with an electric IBM Selectric I. If you visit the Community Foundation on a quiet day you can hear Brad typing away on his Underwood 319!
