Building Alumni Relationships That Inspire Giving

Welcome to the second Advancement Roundtable by Almabase, where we bring together some of the brightest minds in advancement to have honest, practical conversations about what’s actually working in alumni engagement and fundraising today.

For this session, From Connection to Commitment: Building Alumni Relationships That Inspire Giving, we’re bringing together Macarena Osoria from Georgetown University and Lisa Connor from Merchant Taylor's School to explore the connection between meaningful alumni relationships and philanthropic support.

What does it take to move alumni from simply feeling connected to feeling genuinely invested in their institution? And how can advancement teams build relationships that inspire giving without making every interaction feel like an ask?

In this roundtable, expect a candid, conversational exchange on how institutions can create the kind of alumni experiences that build trust, deepen affinity, and ultimately strengthen the path to giving. Our speakers will share what they’ve learned about creating meaningful connections, nurturing relationships over time, and turning engagement into long-term commitment.

🔥 What you'll hear from the speakers

• How meaningful alumni relationships can create a stronger foundation for giving
• Ways to build trust and affinity before making the philanthropic ask
• Strategies for turning engagement moments into deeper, long-term relationships
• What makes alumni feel connected enough to want to give back
• Real-world lessons, successes, and challenges from their advancement experience
• How to think about engagement and giving as part of the same relationship journey

If you're looking to better understand what moves alumni from connection to commitment—and ultimately to giving, this roundtable offers candid perspectives and practical ideas from advancement leaders in the field.

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P.S. If you can’t make it live, we’ll share the recording.