Philanthropy drives the pace of change within the nonprofit sector. Learn from The Curtis Group as they delve into the latest national fundraising and economic trends and their implications for major donors. Founder Keith Curtis and Vice President Abby Weber will examine what recent national data means for nonprofits in Central Virginia drawing from the recently released Giving USA 2023 report, as well as highlighting practical strategies to incorporate into your major fundraising program. Leave with a better understanding of how to adapt your institution's strategy to maximize success in the current fundraising climate.

Keith Curtis: Keith Curtis has more than 30 years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit management. He is a sought-after speaker, making up to 40 presentations a year to the nonprofit industry. Keith is past chair of Giving USA Foundation and past chair of the Giving USA Advisory Council on Methodology and has spoken on the report in many national publications and broadcasts. Keith has served on the Dean of the Strome College of Business’ Executive Advisory Council at Old Dominion University.

Abby Weber: As Vice President, Abby Weber works with a wide array of nonprofit clients across different sectors and geographic regions, successfully leading campaign planning studies, campaign management and fundraising capacity building efforts. She currently serves on the board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Central Virginia Chapter and is a past board member of the AFP Hampton Roads Chapter. She is an active member of the Virginia Association of Fundraising Executives and has conducted trainings through the Virginia Fund Raising Institute, Tidewater Community College Academy of Nonprofit Excellence, Central Virginia Academy of Nonprofit Excellence, and the Hampton Roads Community Foundation. In 2020, Abby was selected by Inside Business as a top “40 Under 40” honoree, recognized for her career and community accomplishments.