Discover your Creative Flow with Jeff Harry

As you may now know, Jeff Harry is our featured keynote speaker. We are positively giddy at the opportunity to hear and learn from a renowned speaker who has worked with Google, Microsoft, and Amazon and has been featured in the NY Times, Wired, and NPR.

We'll learn about the science behind flow/play and how it affects our productivity and focus, practice positive psychology techniques that help connect our work to purpose; and identify our play values and learn how they can be utilized to tap into our zone of genius.

To learn more about Jeff and his power to unleash our inner child, visit rediscoveryourplay.com. 

As we strive to make the conference unforgettable, we look forward to announcing additional special guests, including leaders from the NCAA and Visit Indy, who will join us on the main stage to celebrate ADRP and your tremendous impact on philanthropy. 

 Philanthropy Powerhouse:
ADRP x Lilly School of Philanthropy

ADRP prides itself on delivering robust content curated by a wide range of presenters and special guests; this conference is no exception.

We are pleased to partner with Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy to add another layer of depth to our conference experience this year.

As a leading institution dedicated to advancing philanthropic knowledge and practice, its expertise has significantly shaped the giving landscape. This collaboration enriches our event with diverse perspectives and promises to deepen our understanding and impact within the philanthropic community.

Faculty from the Lilly Family School will present on donor motivations and trends in fundraising:

Trends in Fundraising with Bill Stanczykiewicz, Senior Assistant Dean for External Relations, Clinical Associate Professor, Director, The Fund Raising School

Fundraisers bring a wealth of expertise and experience to their work, but many rarely have time to explore what new developments in fundraising mean for their organization. Receive updates on the latest information and research about charitable giving, including newly released Giving USA data, as well as data on donor-advised funds, planned giving, digital fundraising, and crowdfunding. Learn practical ways to incorporate this new knowledge into your fundraising strategies.

Donor Motivations with Genevieve Shaker, Associate Professor of Philanthropic Studies and Donald A. Campbell Chair in Fundraising Leadership

Research about donor motivations can help fundraisers decode donors’ multi-faceted inclinations and behaviors and plan targeted cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship approaches. This session will include information on the eight mechanisms of donor motivations.  Genevieve will lead an examination of the drivers of charitable giving and present a strategy for positioning donors within the organization’s overall constituency.

While we are thrilled to highlight our collaboration with the Lilly Family School, we also acknowledge that the core of our conference is shaped by volunteer presenters who generously share their time, resources, and talents to enrich our collective efforts. We are equally excited about our esteemed lineup of speakers, many of whom are among you, and we look forward to engaging in discussions that ignite transformative change.

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 Don't Miss Out on the Cohort Program

Whether you're a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, we encourage you to explore our Cohort Program—an invaluable opportunity to connect with peers, share knowledge, and enhance your conference experience.

If you didn't have a chance to sign up to be part of this year's Cohort Program when you registered, there's still time! Being part of a cohort is a wonderful opportunity to build meaningful and lasting friendships and expand your network of like-minded industry colleagues. And if this is your first year attending the international conference, you'll want to join - it will undoubtedly enhance your experience.

Your Cohort Program experience will include:

• Membership in a cohort of 8 other conference attendees
• Virtual meet-and-greet of your cohort before the conference
• Access to the cohort directory with contact details about other members' areas of
• Interest (this is a prime opportunity to stay connected)
• Small gatherings and conversations during the Launch Party, Networking Reception, breakfast or lunch
• Connections to last a lifetime

To learn more about the various cohorts available and sign up, please email the office at [email protected].

 Book Your Hotel Room

Stay where the event is happening! All conference sessions and receptions will be held at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. Book your room at the Indianapolis Marriott by August 23, 2024, to take advantage of the special ADRP room block rate. 

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Plan Your Travel to Maximize Your Learning Experience at the World's Largest Children's Museum

As you prepare your travel itinerary, we encourage you to enhance your conference experience with a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. There, you will explore the captivating Mandela: The Official Exhibition, which offers a profound glimpse into Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Jennifer Pace Robinson, the museum’s president, will share exclusive insights with our group during this special visit.

Discover firsthand the world's largest and most esteemed children's museum—a perfect complement to your time at the conference. Consider how your organization can draw inspiration from the museum's user experience and innovative donor engagement strategies on display.

The cost is $49 per person. You will have the opportunity to register yourself and a guest for the 2024 ADRP Conference Excursion experience during the registration process. If you did not register for the excursion and want to add this to your itinerary, please contact the office at [email protected].

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Looking Ahead Together

This conference would not be possible without our volunteers' wonderful dedication and passion. Please join us in thanking them. 

And thank you once again for joining us in Indy! We're genuinely excited about the journey ahead as we prepare for the conference. Your presence means a lot to us, and we're eager to keep you updated as the event approaches.

Please know that your questions, input, and insights are deeply valued. We invite you to reach out anytime to continue our conversation—through collaboration like yours, we continue to grow, thrive, and look up together. 

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