Session Descriptions

Megan and Liz share their year-long journey of incorporating best practices from direct response and relationship-based fundraising to revive a stagnant planned giving program at Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Attendees will come away with practical tips and ideas for all shop sizes to cultivate a thriving legacy giving program.

Learn from nonprofit executive director Megs Yunn and the team at Beverly's Birthdays about best practices regarding individual donor stewardship. How can you connect deeper with your donor? What are the personal touches you can do to enhance your stewardship to further engage them with your mission. It is the icing on the cake - go above and beyond!

No donor is alike--while most donors desire to make an impact in or after their lifetime, they do not always know where to start or how to make their philanthropic legacy come to fruition--or even think they have the ability to do so. This session will help fundraisers streamline messaging around planned giving, sharpen listening skills, and strengthen relationships with their donors to help build lasting support, as well as share how The Pittsburgh Foundation can serve as a resource on this journey.

EXPECT YOUR BEST

You're Not Good Enough. You're Not Smart Enough. Greatness Doesn't Live Here.

As a child and throughout his adult life, those were just a few of the negative messages and dream-crushing lies that Charlie Batch heard as he pursued his lifelong dream of becoming a Pittsburgh Steeler.

But in critical moments throughout his life, Charlie refused to buy into those lies. Instead, he expected the best from himself and those around him, and as a result, he enjoyed a successful 15-year career in the NFL, became a respected leader among players and within his community, and formed a foundation that continues to inspire financially challenged communities to expect their best.

In this emotional, funny and poignant presentation, Charlie shares his personal successes and failures both on and off the field. Above all, it provides three key strategies that anyone can use to expect their best and realize success in their professional and personal lives.