Many important factors are changing the landscape of charitable giving.  We will talk with 3 philanthropy professionals who each work in different ways to advance planning giving.

Laurie Fox will speak to trends based on extensive CAGP research and the new Will Power program. Mike Todd works with charities, and will share the benefits of positioning themselves for DAF and systems/process to optimize. Matt Mandrusiak will share the unique impact philanthropy has on Donors.

Laurie Fox, MBA  - Campaign Director, Will Power

Laurie Fox is the Director of the Will Power, a public awareness campaign inspiring Canadians to harness the power of their Wills, RRSPs and other financial assets to do more for the causes they care about.

Laurie has worked in the non-profit sector for over 2 decades, and has seen the need in our communities and across the country rise. But she has also seen first-hand how ordinary Canadians have made truly extraordinary contributions just by giving in a different way.

Will Power runs a website, with free tools and resources, where people can explore how to use their Wills and other assets to make charitable gifts, and find the help they need to get started. Check it out at willpower.ca 

Mike Todd, MFA-P

Mike Todd works with charities and financial advisors, and specializes in donor-advised funds (DAF). The DAF is the fastest growing way to give in Canada, yet many charities have yet to incorporate this tool into their overall fundraising strategy. Mike works with charities to help them optimize their funding from this important tool.

Matt Mandrusiak - Manager, Philanthropy

Matt joined Edmonton Community Foundation in 2015 after seven years of working with organizations focused on providing support to individuals with disabilities throughout Alberta. Having witnessed first-hand the passion and generosity of Edmontonians to support local causes, Matt has had the great privilege of assisting donors and charities to enhance our already amazing community.

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Registration $35 - Recording Available

No charge for Estate Planning Council of Canada Members

Guests are welcome - this event is for Professional Advisors only.

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