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Episode Synopsis
Jill Rode has emerged as a rising star in the gift planning space. Within her five-year tenure at the Music Academy of the West, Jill has helped increase its endowment funded by legacy gifts by $20M. Jill Rode, CFREDirector of PhilanthropyMusic Academy of the West1070 Fairway RoadSanta Barbara, CA 93108Office/805-695-7911 [email protected] Jill: Jill Rode, CFRE, has built a 30+ year career in fundraising, inspired by her role as Philanthropy Chair of her college sorority (Alpha Phi). She has successfully raised millions of dollars for a range of nonprofits, including the Girl Scouts, the Santa Barbara Zoo, the American Red Cross, and the YMCA. Since 2020, Jill has served as Director of Philanthropy for the Music Academy of the West, a renowned classical music conservatory and summer festival in Santa Barbara, California. She recently led a successful campaign that raised $16 million to support innovation and ensure the Academy's long-term sustainability. Beyond her role at the Music Academy, Jill is the principal of Fundraising360, where she provides valuable consulting services to smaller nonprofits, helping them optimize their development efforts.A dedicated advocate for community well-being, Jill has served on numerous professional and nonprofits boards, including AFP, SoCalCGP, Junior League, National Charity League, and the South Coast Railroad Museum. She has received prestigious awards for her volunteerism and fundraising expertise and continues to contribute her time to Planned Parenthood and the Dream Foundation while enjoying her hobbies, raising two college-aged children and spending quality time with her husband.https://youtu.be/8o86bCYM3iE Our Sponsorswashingtontimes.comstillwatercapitalmgmt.compleiadesnpa.com
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