A selective consortium of annual giving leaders committed to peer exchange and institutional excellence.
Membership Model
By Invitation, By Design
The consortium maintains a selective membership model to preserve the confidential, trust-based environment that distinguishes AGDC from public conferences or industry-sponsored gatherings.
Membership is extended by invitation or institutional nomination, ensuring that all participants share a commitment to candid peer exchange and collaborative advancement of the profession.
Eligibility Criteria
Director-level annual giving leadership at the institution
Membership in a research university or selective liberal arts college
Demonstrated commitment to peer collaboration and knowledge sharing
Institutional support for active consortium participation
Member Benefits
Strategic Resources for Directors
Membership provides access to a comprehensive suite of programs designed to support the professional elevation and strategic effectiveness of annual giving leaders.
Annual Conference
Multi-day convening for strategic exchange and professional development among peer directors.
Benchmarking Data
Annual survey providing comparative metrics on operations, staffing, and performance.
Peer Roundtables
Regular virtual sessions for discussion of timely challenges and emerging practices.
Resource Library
Curated collection of member-contributed case studies, frameworks, and materials.
Peer Matching
Facilitated connections with directors facing similar institutional challenges.
New Director Support
Structured onboarding and mentorship for directors newly appointed to member institutions.
The value of the consortium derives directly from the contributions of its members. Active participation is both an expectation and a privilege of membership.
Attend and contribute to the Annual Conference and quarterly convenings
Engage thoughtfully in monthly peer discussions and strategic exchanges
Participate in the annual benchmarking survey and data-sharing initiatives
Share institutional insights, case studies, and operational resources
Serve on committees or working groups as capacity permits
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with consortium standards
Engagement Structure
Meeting Cadence
Annual Conference
Multi-day convening, typically late spring or early summer
Monthly Roundtables
Virtual sessions for peer discussion and timely topics
Annual Benchmarking
Comprehensive survey with report distribution to members
Membership Cost
Annual membership dues support consortium operations, the annual conference, and ongoing program development. Specific cost information is provided during the membership inquiry process.
