As part of National Volunteer Week (April 23-29, 2017), The Right Honourable David Johnston, Canada’s 28th Governor General and Chair of the Rideau Hall Foundation hosted Working Together for the Common Good: The Governor General’s Conference on Giving at Rideau Hall.
Internationally renowned fundraising author and consultant Ken Burnett said, “The two “i’s” in fundraising should stand for inspiration and innovation.”
Engage supporters, attract new donors, generate revenue, embrace social media, stand out from the crowd.
Are fewer Canadians giving to charity?
Christmas Seals was one of the very first mass fundraising campaigns ever initiated.
Perhaps lacking the cachet and prestige of major and principal gifts, annual and mass giving programs don’t always get the respect and attention they deserve.
