"The Art & Science of Fundraising" 2025 Study Visit

Help us improve next year's event by taking a quick, anonymous survey below. It only takes a few minutes. Thank you for your time!

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* 1. How would you rate the 9:00 - 10:00 session?

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Topic: Fundraising in the U.S. as a Complement to Efforts Developed at Home
Speaker: Sandra Diaz, PhD, Executive Director, University of the Andes Foundation
Speaker: Susan A. Mathiesen, President, SAM Fundraising Solutions

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* 2. How would you rate the 10:10 - 11:10 session?

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Topic: Tax-Efficient Giving in the United States: An Overview
Speaker: Robin Krause, Partner, Patterson Belknap LLP

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* 3. How would you rate the 11:20 - 11:20 session?

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Topic: An ‘American Friends Fund’ at Myriad USA – A Cost-Effective Solution to Raise Funds in the USA
Speaker: Ellena E. Fotinatos, Chief Operating Officer & Europe Lead, Myriad USA

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* 4. How would you rate the 13:30 - 14:30 session?

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Topic: Working with a Fundraising Consultant
Speaker: Lindsay Marino Long, Vice President, Donor Engagement & Retention, Faircom New York
Speaker: Susan Madon, MBA, CFRE, CEO and Founder, Minerva Nonprofit Management

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* 5. How would you rate the 14:40 - 15:40 closing session?

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Topic: Key Lessons Learned, Sharing of Ideas and Concluding Remarks
Speaker: Addie Nelson Backlund, Principal, Addie Nelson Backlund Consulting, LLC
Speaker: Ellena E. Fotinatos, Chief Operating Officer & Europe Lead, Myriad USA

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* 6. Context and Logistics

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Timing of the Study Visit (Does April work or would another period be more appropriate?)
Hotel and Logistics
Format of the sessions

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* 7. Does your organization currently raise funds from donors in the U.S.?

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* 8. If YES, through what legal structure do you receive donations from U.S. donors?

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* 9. If NO, are you considering starting a fundraising campaign targeting donors in the U.S.?

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* 10. If you would you like to further discuss the advantages of an 'American friends fund' at Myriad USA, please enter your name and email below. Or feel free to email info@myriadusa.org, and one of us will be in touch!

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* 11. Optional Quote: Please insert a quote to be included in next year's program invitation. If you're comfortable, please include your name and institution. Feel free to also email your quote, name, and institution separately to maryna@myriadusa.org.

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* 12. Additional comments or topic suggestions

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