2026 Virginia Fund Raising Institute: Full Schedule

4:30pm EDT

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT

JEDI in Practice (Not a Far-Off Galaxy!) is an interactive workshop that explores how Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion show up in our everyday work and communities. Participants will build shared understanding, reflect on lived experiences, and identify practical actions to foster more equitable and inclusive environments.

Speakers

Stephanie Glenn

Investor Relations and Development Director, RUNWAY Roots

Stephanie Lorraine Glenn, MPA Award-Winning Philanthropic Executive | Fundraising Strategist | Community Development Leader | Board Advisor Stephanie Lorraine Glenn is an award-winning philanthropic executive and nationally respected fundraising strategist whose career has been defined... Read More →

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
DonorPerfect Room

Workshop, Workshop Session II

Audience All
Area DEI/JEDI

10:30am EDT

Values at Work: Lead from Your Center

Thursday July 23, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EDT

TowneBank Room

Participants will be engaged in an interactive workshop to define their personal values and explore how it relates to their team, the university, and beyond. Exercises will navigate how to lead with your values in identifying personal goals, making decisions, and engaging with colleagues in the workplace.

Speakers

Mary Riddick

Senior Director of Development, Medical Philanthropy, VCU

Mary Riddick is a Senior Director of Medical Philanthropy for VCU and VCU Health Systems with over 16 years of advancement experience in nonprofit and higher education. Her career has focused on fostering philanthropic support, and she is passionate about empowering others to achieve... Read More →

Thursday July 23, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
TowneBank Room

Workshop, Workshop Session IV

Audience All
Area DEI/JEDI

2026 Virginia Fund Raising Institute

4:30pm EDT

Stephanie Glenn

10:30am EDT

Mary Riddick

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