• Webinar Recording – Building Your Endowment, Brick by Brick

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  • Building the Financial Foundation That Sustains Mission

    Why Endowments Matter Now For independent schools, an endowment is far more than a financial asset. An endowment fund signals a commitment to the school’s mission, a safeguard against tuition dependence, and a bridge between the generosity of past donors…

  • Webinar Recording – Aligning Donor Interests With Institutional Priorities

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  • Aligning Donor Interests With Institutional Priorities

    School advancement officers may find themselves in the enviable but tough position when a donor indicates an intention to make a major gift to the school in an area that does not align within the school’s immediate needs.  To partner…

  • Mission in Motion: Strategic Branding and Messaging That Spark Action

    Schools talk about brand, but how does one differentiate in a crowded market? That’s the challenge top of mind for nearly 30 percent of SAIS marketing and communications professionals (Pulse Perspectives, May 2025). Though nearly 20 percent of MarCom pros…

  • Reimagining Parent Engagement: Aligning Mission, Culture, and Parent Aspirations

    A family’s level of engagement with their child’s school is a critical piece of the independent school student recruitment and retention puzzle. More than one third (33%) of SAIS enrollment management professionals claim attrition rates of 10% or more in…

  • Financial Resilience for Independent Schools: What to Watch and How to Measure

    Monitoring Financial Sustainability From shifting demographics and evolving parent expectations to increased competition from public schools and alternative options, independent schools must navigate an increasingly complex landscape while maintaining their commitment to educational quality and mission-driven values. Current challenges also…

  • The Future of School Fundraising: AI Tools for Advancement Teams

    Artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of independent school fundraising. According to a recent Blackbaud Institute survey of 559 fundraisers, AI adoption is already widespread, with 82% of organizations incorporating AI tools into their operations in some capacity. The most…

  • Sharing Your School’s Brand With Authentic Storytelling

    From Little Red Riding Hood to Romeo and Juliet, we learn from a young age the power of stories. We cheer on the protagonist, weep at the loss of a beloved pet, and make meaning from the hero’s journey. More…

  • Webinar Recording – Development Priorities: What to Do When You Can’t Do It All

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