Programs with EIPGC are free for members and $25 for non-members. They include time for networking before each event begins and feature experts in planned giving, financial planning, and fundraising.

September 25, 8:00-9:00 am
Kava House
22 2nd St SW, Swisher, IA 52338
Grab a coffee and connect with fellow professionals at the Eastern Iowa Planned Giving Council's Fall Social. This casual gathering is a great chance to catch up with colleagues, meet new faces, and learn more about EIPGC and the benefits of membership. Whether you'r
September 25, 8:00-9:00 am
Kava House
22 2nd St SW, Swisher, IA 52338
Grab a coffee and connect with fellow professionals at the Eastern Iowa Planned Giving Council's Fall Social. This casual gathering is a great chance to catch up with colleagues, meet new faces, and learn more about EIPGC and the benefits of membership. Whether you're a longtime member or just curious about getting involved, we'd love to see you there!

September 16, 12:00-1:00 pm
Hosted at Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture Building, Rm 141
11:30 am Lunch
12:00 pm Presentation
Whether you’re new to planned giving or looking for fresh ideas to strengthen your approach, this engaging panel discussion is designed to help you build confidence and expand your perspective. Hear prac
September 16, 12:00-1:00 pm
Hosted at Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture Building, Rm 141
11:30 am Lunch
12:00 pm Presentation
Whether you’re new to planned giving or looking for fresh ideas to strengthen your approach, this engaging panel discussion is designed to help you build confidence and expand your perspective. Hear practical insights, real-world experiences, and proven strategies from some of the region’s leading planned giving professionals as they share what works, lessons learned, and ways to make planned giving conversations more approachable and effective. The session will offer an accessible, conversational opportunity to learn from the best—and leave with ideas you can put into practice right away.

November 18, 12:00-1:00 pm
11:30 am Lunch
12:00 pm Presentation
Gain insights straight from the source. In this special EIPGC donor panel, donors will discuss what influences their giving, the causes they choose to support, and the impact they hope to make through their charitable investments. Don't miss this opportunity to hear direc
November 18, 12:00-1:00 pm
11:30 am Lunch
12:00 pm Presentation
Gain insights straight from the source. In this special EIPGC donor panel, donors will discuss what influences their giving, the causes they choose to support, and the impact they hope to make through their charitable investments. Don't miss this opportunity to hear directly from donors and deepen your understanding of donor engagement.
Connecting Donor Passion with the Right Projects at the Right Time
Lauren Laur
Vice President, Design
Advancement Resources
Understanding the Major Trends that are Impacting Donors Today… and Tomorrow! – How Shifts in Donor Behavior are Impacting Nonprofit Outreach
Presenter: Nathan Stelter
President of Stelter Company
The Human Touch, Enhanced: AI’s Role in Modern Development Work
Presenter: Megan Rife
Director of Development, UI Center for Advancement
2025 Reconciliation Bill and its tax implications
Presenter: Craig Vander Leest
Managing Director at Robert W. Baird & Co.
Fall Social
Members and future members were invited to Eastern Iowa Planned Giving Council's Fall Social.
Spring Social
Members and future members were invited to Eastern Iowa Planned Giving Council's Spring Social.
The New Iowa RIFT Law: Eliminating Delays When Requesting IRA & Other Death Claims
Presenter: Johni Hays, Thompson & Associates, Sponsored by St. Luke's Foundation
Top 10 Legacy Fundraising Strategies from Scientific Research: National Data & Results from the Lab
Presenter: Russell James, Professor in Personal Financial Planning and Director of Graduate Studies in Charitable Planning at Texas Tech University
Planned Giving - Elevating Donor Intent
Presenter: Dan Haverkamp,
Senior Director of Development, St. Ambrose University
Transfer of Wealth for Women: How Organizations Can Prepare for the Opportunity
Presenter: Lois Buntz,
Founder of Lois Buntz Consulting, LLC
Simple Answers to Big Dumb Questions
Presenter: Craig Wruck,
Senior Advisor to PG Calc
Secure Act 2.0 Benefits: IRA to Charitable Gift Annuity Rollover
Presenter: Johnne Syverson, Executive Director of the Charitable Giving Resource Center.
Eastern Iowa Planned Giving Council has a YouTube channel with several videos of past programs.
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