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We are excited to announce this year’s Symposium theme: “Securing Good for All: A Legacy of Philanthropy.” Our theme is based on a quote by Nobel Peace Prize winner Jane Addams: “The good we secure for ourselves is precarious and uncertain until it is secured for all of us and incorporated into our common life.” This year’s Symposium location is close to Hull House, which Jane Addams co-founded to serve Chicagoans and model the spirit of giving to others.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
University of Illinois Chicago
Student Center – East
750 S Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60607
Keynote Speaker
12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Navigating Philanthropic Trends: Data-Driven Strategies for Planned Giving Success
Speaker: Courtney Labetti, CFRE, MSM, CAP, Vice President, CCS Fundraising
In an ever-changing philanthropic landscape, nonprofits must stay informed and adaptable to sustain and grow their impact. This session, led by CCS Fundraising, will explore the latest national and regional trends in philanthropy and what they mean for fundraising and planned giving strategies. We will examine key shifts in donor behavior, emerging opportunities in gift planning, and strategies to build resilient programs. Participants will leave with practical insights and actionable tools to enhance their fundraising efforts, strengthen donor relationships, and align their strategies with the evolving philanthropic environment.