Multi-Generational Philanthropy: What You Need to Know

How do next generation donors honor the philanthropic legacies and values they’ve inherited, while helping to dramatically move the needle on enduring social problems? How will the much-anticipated transfer of wealth between generations impact funding for your organization? As families strive to pass along their traditions of philanthropic giving, they often encounter disconnects from one generation to the next. This session will explore how families are making connections across all generations that move beyond the head, to the heart of a philanthropic lifestyle, and how development professionals can help facilitate this process, thereby ensuring the sustainability of philanthropic resources.

About the Presenter:

Marisa Ogles
Vice-President, Donor Services and Engagement
Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga
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Marisa recently joined the staff of the Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga. With more than 15 years of nonprofit experience, Marisa has worked for several nonprofits in a variety of roles including Fundraising Consultant, Director of Development, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Executive Director. A graduate of the University of Georgia, Marisa has a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education, a Master’s in Public Administration and Nonprofit Management, and is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).

Marisa is passionate about the importance of education and the power of nonprofits to make a difference in the community. She sits on the Board of Little Miss Mag Early Learning Center, Association of Fundraising Professionals, and Co-Chairs the Board of Advisers for the Dana G. Smith Cancer Assistance Fund. Marisa enjoys sharing her knowledge with others by serving as an Adjunct Professor for the University of Tennessee Chattanooga.

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