Fundraising for Rabbis: Shekels–Practical Approaches for Successful Outcomes 2027

In partnership with Indiana University’s Lake Institute on Faith & Giving

With Meredith McNabb, Lake Institute’s Associate Director of Education, Hara Person, and Rachel Perten

Wednesday–Thursday, April 7–8, 2027
12:00 PM–4:00 PM ET

Fee: $300
This course requires a minimum of 20 people and will be limited to a maximum of 40 people.

In this seminar, the CCAR will partner with Lake Institute to explore the changes taking place in the landscape of generosity and religious fundraising. Participants will learn strategies to engage meaningfully with the donors of today and will learn practical skills for effective and integrity-filled fundraising in Jewish settings. Topics to be covered include: the art of the “ask”, major gifts, nurturing generous donors, and annual as well as capital campaigns.

Indiana University’s Lake Institute on Faith & Giving fosters a deeper understanding of the dynamic relationship between faith and giving through research, education, and public conversation.