This training is primarily designed for principal and major gift officers who may be cultivating major donors, and who are looking to plan for next steps after a gift has been committed. Additionally, marketing and communication staff who craft and unify messaging around a transformational gift will also find use in this training. Academic leaders who want to better understand the collaborative nature of a transformational gift may also garner insights from this training.

Working with Internal Stakeholders
A transformational gift can change the trajectory of an institution, given the ways in which funds are allocated. Ensuring that internal stakeholders understand their roles in accomplishing what you have promised to a donor is critical. In this section, you will learn how to approach sharing gift information and implementation appropriately with institutional leadership and frontline staff. 

Working with the Transformational Gift Donor
Once a transformational gift is promised, it is imperative to be sensitive to the donor’s goals and to keep them appropriately engaged in the implementation process. You will consider how to set up a communication mechanism with your donor that demonstrates your commitment to focused and thoughtful stewardship. 

Working with Alumni and Other Donors
Having a unified understanding of the donor’s goals for their gift can extend their vision to a broader audience whose own philanthropy and volunteerism can contribute to a lasting impact. Sharing why another donor’s gift of a different amount is just as significant as a transformational gift is important to maintaining momentum for inspired change. In this section, you will consider the ways in which you can develop new relationships and leverage existing ones with alumni and donors in order to further realize the transformational impact of the initial gift.