Successful major gifts programs are built on strong relationships, thoughtful strategy, and intentional stewardship, not just making the ask.
Join us for a practical and engaging session led by Jennifer Swoboda, a North Alabama native and experienced Major Gift Officer, as she walks through the full major gifts cycle. Drawing on years of nonprofit leadership, volunteer management, and donor engagement experience, she will share real world insights on building meaningful donor relationships, researching and engaging prospects, securing the gift, and stewarding donors for long term impact.
Attendees will leave with actionable strategies they can apply immediately, whether they are new to major gifts or looking to strengthen an existing program.
Speaker Bio
Jennifer began her professional career in business development with a major engineering software company while building an extensive record of nonprofit leadership and civic involvement. She has held numerous volunteer leadership roles, including President and Vice President of Fund Development for the Junior League of Huntsville, Vice Chair of the Library Foundation, Ambassador for the Community Foundation, and President of the Ballet Guild. She also served as Board President of the Michael Scott Learning Center in her hometown.
An alum of Leadership Greater Huntsville and Leadership Jackson County, Jennifer now serves as a full-time Major Gift Officer with the Hospital Foundation, connecting donors with opportunities to create lasting impact on community health. She and her husband, Max, are the proud parents of two daughters and are members at Southwood Presbyterian Church.