Effective Gift Agreements: Documenting Donor Intent Webcast Recording
Last updated March 11, 2016Course Length
1h 15m
Last Updated
March 11, 2016
Effective Gift Agreements: Documenting Donor Intent Webcast Recording
Last updated March 11, 2016Table of Contents
Overview
This training provides the insights needed to create effective gift agreements that appropriately align both your donors’ intents and your institution’s needs. Understanding the elements of a legally sound agreement and exploring key case studies will equip you with the tools to create an enriching donor experience that avoids putting your institution at risk. We will also take a closer look at critical partnerships and how best to partner and collaborate with gift officers.
Who should attend?
Advancement services, donor relations, and gift officers are encouraged to attend as a team to learn how to draft legally sound gift agreements.
Agenda
- Understanding Donor Motivation and Mindset
- Educating Gift Officers on Gift Documentation
- Legal Considerations for Drafting Gift Agreements
- Elements of a legally sound gift agreement
- What you can and cannot include
- Involving legal counsel in the gift documentation process
- Practical Considerations for Drafting Gift Agreements
- Meeting the donor’s intent both legally and logistically
- Aligning donor interests with organizational prioritizations
Gift Documentation Resources
Your registration comes with resources to help you in your documentation efforts, including:
- New Commitment Process Flow
- Gift Documentation Form
- Sample Legal Whitepaper
- Gift Documentation Handbook Template
- Laws and Regulations Affecting Scholarship Programs
- Integrating Donor Relations into Gift Documentation
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