A Circle of Institutional Leaders

Advancing the Art and Science of Annual Giving

A confidential forum where directors of annual giving at leading institutions exchange insight on strategy, operations, and leadership — fostering shared practice and institutional excellence.

Boston University

Brown University

Bucknell University

Carnegie Mellon University

Cornell University

Duke University

Emory University

George Washington University

Georgetown University

Johns Hopkins University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

McGill University

New York University

North Carolina State University

Northwestern University

Penn State University

Rice University

Rutgers University

Southern Methodist University

Stanford University

Syracuse University

Texas Christian University

Tulane University

University of California - Berkeley

University of California - Los Angeles

University of Chicago

University of Miami

University of Michigan

University of North Carolina

University of Notre Dame

University of Pennsylvania

University of Rochester

University of Texas

University of Virginia

University of Washington

Vanderbilt University

Wake Forest University

William and Mary

Washington University in St. Louis

Yale University

Collective Impact

The Consortium by the Numbers

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of the U.S. News Top 50
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donors secured annually

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public and private institutions
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years combined fundraising experience
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capital campaigns participated in
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staff managed

Statistics subject to confirmation by consortium leadership.

Collective Impact

The Consortium by the Numbers

of the U.S. News Top 50
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donors secured annually
0 M +

13 & 27

public and private institutions

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years combined fundraising experience

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capital campaigns participated in

staff managed
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Statistics subject to confirmation by consortium leadership.

About the Consortium

A Forum for Director-Level Peer Exchange

The Annual Giving Directors Consortium convenes senior advancement professionals from leading institutions to address the strategic and operational challenges of annual giving leadership.
Membership is by invitation, ensuring a trusted environment for candid dialogue, peer benchmarking, and collaborative problem-solving among institutional peers.
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Public Universities
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Private Institutions
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U.S. News Top 50

Member Programs

Strategic Resources for Institutional Leaders

A comprehensive suite of programs designed to support the professional elevation and strategic effectiveness of annual giving directors.

Annual Conference

Multi-day convening of voting members for strategic exchange, professional development, and collaborative problem-solving.

Benchmarking

Comprehensive annual survey providing comparative data on operations, staffing, budgets, and performance metrics.

Director Roundtables

Monthly virtual sessions for peer discussion on timely challenges and emerging best practices.

Member Resources

Curated collection of member-contributed resources, case studies, shared materials, and strategic frameworks.

New Director Program

Onboarding support and mentorship for directors newly appointed to consortium member institutions.

Peer Matching

Facilitated connections between directors facing similar challenges or institutional contexts.

Membership Expectations

Active Participation, Collective Benefit

Membership in the consortium carries expectations of active engagement. The value of AGDC derives directly from the contributions of its members — shared insights, candid discussion, and collaborative advancement of the field.

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Attend and contribute to the Annual Conference and quarterly convenings

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Engage thoughtfully in monthly peer discussions and strategic exchanges

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Participate in the annual benchmarking survey and data-sharing initiatives

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Share institutional insights, case studies, and operational resources

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Serve on committees or working groups as capacity permits

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Maintain confidentiality in accordance with consortium standards

Annual Convening

The AGDC Annual Conference

Our flagship annual event convenes member directors for multi-day sessions of strategic exchange, professional development, and collaborative problem-solving among institutional peers.

Registration and venue details are communicated to members annually.

Annual Conference
Dates & Location to Be Announced

Member Resources

Benchmarking & Shared Practice

AGDC members gain access to annual benchmarking data, peer-contributed case studies, strategic frameworks, and operational resources shared exclusively within the consortium.

Members Only

Access exclusive benchmarking insights, peer resources, and consortium tools.

Join the Conversation

Membership in the Annual Giving Directors Consortium is by invitation or institutional nomination. If your institution meets the eligibility criteria, we welcome your inquiry.