Thank you for your interest in being a speaker at the 2nd Annual Canadian National Fundraising Conference, October 23rd at the King Edward Hotel in Toronto.

Our conference is for professional fundraisers in Canada, but in fact also offers a broad range of sessions, workshops, panels and keynotes which provide our delegates with a broad background of insights, research and advice on all the factors which impact an organization’s ability to fund their operations. We will accept proposals for full/half day workshops and for general sessions.

All proposals must be focused on the Canadian philanthropic sector. We recognize that many strategies and tactics might be universal, a Canadian perspective is a preferred when we review proposals.

Thank you in advance for your enthusiasm and time, and your design to offer you experience and expertise.

DEADLINE: You must complete and submit your proposal no later than June 1st, 2025.  All submissions will be reviewed by our Conference Committee and there may be follow up questions or requests. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of June.

Key CNFC 2025 knowledge areas we will consider: 

Traditional & Proven Fundraising (All aspects of the larger approaches to fundraising which are being impacted by technology, cultural changes, donor behaviour, community engagement, etc.)

Donor Strategy/Research (Donor Acquisition, Donor Retention, Donor Giving Patterns, Data Analysis Techniques, Data Gathering Techniques, and Data Management Systems)

Tactics & Media Strategy (Direct Mail, Digital Channels, Video Engagement, Events, Special Events, Social Media, Sponsorships, etc.)

Relationships (Cultivation and Stewardship, Communications, Incentives, Culture of Philanthropy, and External Spheres of Influence)

Volunteer Involvement (Recruitment, Governance Principles and Models, Skills Training, Value of Diversity and Community Representation, Board/Staff Roles in Governance and Management, and Organizational Culture)

Leadership and Management (Strategic Planning, Fundraising Plan, Financial Management, Marketing, and Public Relations Principles, Human Resource Management, and Effective Leadership)

Ethics, Accountability, and Professionalism (Accountability and Ethics, Advocacy and Public Policy, Accounting, and Investment Principles, Transparency, and Continuing Professional Development Opportunities)

In each case, we will be hoping for:

• Current relevance to the profession and contribution to the conference program in terms of topic, sector, and experience level

• Evidence of innovative thinking and fresh insights

• Research-based content (where appropriate or relevant)

• The incorporation of diverse ideas and perspectives across difference

• Knowledge and expertise of the speaker

• Previous speaking experience and session ratings

• Inclusion of adult learning principles, including interactivity/engagement with session attendees.

• Speaker background, experiences, perspective, and ideas

• Demonstrated thought leadership in the field

We will notify you of the status of your proposal no later  than July 15, 2025. There are a variety of factors considered in selecting sessions, including but not limited to: the quality of the proposal, the number of other sessions on the same topic, the expected level of interest by attendees, gaps in sessions related to fundraising knowledge domains, and hot topics impacting/influencing the profession and/or the sector at the time.

 

 

 

Thank you for your interest.

Steve Lloyd, Conference Co-Chair steve.lloyd@lloydmedia.ca
Jim Hilborn, Conference Co-Chair hilbornj@gmail.com

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