Strengthening Charities: The Essential Partnership Between Fundraisers, Finance, and Donor Advisors

Kathy, a seasoned CPA with deep expertise in fundraising and capacity building, will dive into the importance of aligning financial strategies with fundraising efforts. She will explore how fundraisers and finance professionals can work together to create a strong, unified approach that ensures long-term stability for charities. Additionally, Kathy will discuss how donor advisors can support this collaboration, guiding donors to make contributions that reinforce the financial health and mission-driven goals of the organizations they care about.

This session is designed for fundraisers, finance professionals, and donor advisors who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the social purpose sector. You'll leave with actionable insights on how to foster collaboration that not only strengthens organizations but also maximizes the impact of every donation. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to build a more sustainable future for the charities you support.

Speaker Biography  

Kathy Arney, CPA, CA, MFA-P 
Founder and Chief Encouragement Officer 
KEA Canada 
@kathyarney 
www.keacanada.com 

Kathy Arney has focussed her career in the social purpose sector: growing organizational capacity, improving results and enabling people to reach their full potential.  She founded KEA Canada in 2013, a consulting firm that specializes in helping non-profit and charitable organizations build capacity, mobilize their mission, and maximize their impact. 

Kathy’s finance and fundraising background combined with over two decades of working in philanthropy provide her with a unique background and perspective.  She has held senior positions across the country and consulted with a wide variety of social profit organizations, including Indigenous-lead organizations.  She obtained her MFA-P™ designation (Master Financial Advisor -Philanthropy) in 2021 and currently serves on the Board and the Education Committee for CAGP.