Fundraising Call

Calls facilitated by Nicole Jones

Upcoming Fundraising Calls: Strengthening Donor Engagement & Cultivation 

We’re excited to invite you to our next fundraising call series, featuring two insightful sessions led by Amanda Hickle, Director of Advancement, and Melissa Kalicicki, Donor Engagement Coordinator, from Landis Communities — a not‑for‑profit retirement community offering a full range of services and living options for aging adults.  

This two-part series will focus on deepening donor relationships, from initial engagement to intentional cultivation, with practical strategies you can apply right away.  

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Session #1: Donor Engagement Strategies
Wednesday, February 11 | 2:00 p.m. EST
(1:00 pm central, 12:00 pm mountain and 11:00 am pacific time)

In a world overflowing with distractions, how can we truly capture our donors’ attention — and keep it? This session explores creative and meaningful ways to joyfully connect donors’ passions with your mission. 

Participants will dig into: 

  • Storytelling that resonates and inspires action. 
  • Personalized outreach that helps donors feel seen and valued. 
  • Authentic communication strategies that build trust and connection. 

You’ll leave with fresh ideas and practical tools to move beyond one‑time gifts and foster long‑lasting donor relationships rooted in purpose and joy. 

Join us via Zoom or via phone at 646-558-8656.
Meeting ID: 826 1731 7241 – Passcode: 420054  

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Session #2: Major and Mid-level Moves Management
Wednesday, March 18 | 2:00 p.m. EST
(1:00 pm central, 12:00 pm mountain and 11:00 am pacific time) 

Major and mid‑level donors can be transformational — but only with intentional strategy and execution. Designed especially for busy development professionals and executive directors, this session offers a step-by-step look at building and sustaining an effective major and mid‑level donor program. 

Topics include: 

  • Portfolio design and donor moves management. 
  • Stewardship and accountability best practices. 
  • Streamlined cultivation approaches that deliver results without staff burnout. 

Attendees will gain clear frameworks and actionable tools to elevate donor relationships and strengthen fundraising outcomes.  

Join us via Zoom or via phone at 646-931-3860. 
Meeting ID: 841 9947 6488 – Passcode: 925885   

Whether you’re looking to refresh your engagement strategies or build a more intentional cultivation program, this two-part series offers valuable insights you won’t want to miss.  


Location Leader Calls for Executive Directors/Program Directors/Lead Bridge of Hope staff

Date: Tuesday, February 17

Time: 11:00 am – noon eastern
(10:00 am central, 9:00 am mountain, 8:00 am pacific)

Calls facilitated by Melissa Diem

Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/8209216286 or via phone at 646 558 8656.


All Staff Program Call

Date: Wednesday, February 25

Time: 11:00 am – noon eastern
(10:00 am central, 9:00 am mountain, 8:00 am pacific time)

Topic: Safe Place Ministry: Compassion Fatigue – Wounds From the Work: Part 2

Join via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82967020404?pwd=HZpIm7yjBMBBqCBTjnyuFnZy3RUaPD.1
Meeting ID: 829 6702 0404
Passcode: 902672


Network Systems Support Drop-In Call

Date: Wednesday, February 18

Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm eastern
(1:00 pm central, 12:00 pm mountain and 11:00 am pacific time)

Calls are facilitated by Kristi Kubicki and Dana Felder

Drop in with questions regarding any Bridge of Hope systems.

Join by using Zoom link  https://zoom.us/j/8209216286
Meeting ID 820-921-6286


Direct Service/Case Manager Weekly Program Calls

Calls are led by Kristi Kubicki, typically every:

Monday: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm eastern
(12:00 pm central, 11:00 am mountain and 10:00 am pacific time)

Thursday: 11:00 am – noon eastern
(10:00 am central, 9:00 am mountain and 8:00 am pacific time)

Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/8209216286 or via phone at 646 558 8656.

Join Kristi for one (or even both) of the calls each week for program ideas, feedback, supervision, and peer support. Don’t wait until a crisis!


 

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