Breakfast Series:
Vulnerability, hope, and philanthropy: How cancer (re)shaped my approach to fundraising
Thursday February 16, 2023
Cost: AFP Members - $50.00 +fees Non Member - $55.00 +fees
7:30 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Session
Session Description:
The workload of a fundraiser is tremendous, the demands are extraordinary, and it can be easy to lose sight of the value and importance of philanthropic work. Join Lauren Patterson, CFRE, as she talks about how a rare and aggressive cancer diagnosis changed her view of philanthropy and reshaped her approach to donor conversations. This breakfast session will incorporate Lauren's personal story with technical elements of fundraising, including the ask. Together, we will explore how vulnerability with donors can elevate and evolve the conversation. As fundraisers, we offer hope in ways we often do not realize—our work matters.
Speaker Bio:
Lauren Patterson, CFRE
University of Alberta
lmpatter@ualberta.ca
Lauren Patterson, CFRE, is the Assistant Dean, Development for the Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta. Lauren is an alumna of the U of A and an MPA candidate at Ohio University. She has been fundraising in the Edmonton community for nearly fifteen years. Before joining the U of A, Lauren worked at MacEwan University and the Canadian Red Cross. She is passionate about building a culture of teamwork and collaboration while advocating the vital role education, teaching, and research play in a vibrant, innovative, and healthy community.
Event Registration
Breakfast is included in the ticket price.