Call for Preconference Programs : ALADN 2020 (Library Fundraising) - San Jose CA April 2020 @ALADN2020

The ALADN 2020 Preconference Program Committee invites submissions for presentations at the 24th Annual ALADN Conference in San Jose on April 18-21, 2020.  We are looking for dynamic, original proposals for workshops or panels that offer in-depth information about fundraising trends and best practices that would be of interest to those new to fundraising or more seasoned in fundraising. Proposals may include workshops, discussions or panels. Preconference sessions run for one hour or more, with the presentation lasting 45 minutes and 15 minutes for Q&A.

Proposal Submission Requirements.  You can submit your proposal at https://www.aladn2020.com/preconference-cfp .  Proposals must be received by October 28, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. PDT for full consideration.  Submitters will be notified by November 22, 2019 if they have been chosen.

Topics of Potential Interest.  Based on feedback received from ALADN 2020 attendees, below are some of the topics of interest that you might consider. 

•             How academic libraries can build their donor pools

•             Building projects

•             Prioritizing fundable projects/programs

•             Planned giving for beginners

•             Working with Corporate and Foundation Relations

•             Trends in philanthropy

•             Topics related to the conference theme - “Hacking Philanthropy”

If you have questions please contact Christopher Cox, ALADN 2020 Preconference Chair, at cnc2@clemson.edu