For many advancement teams, managing pledges is one of the most frustrating parts of the fundraising process. From missed reminders to tracking complex schedules, pledge management can drain valuable time and resources, and even put donor relationships at risk.

In this session, we’ll break down the Top 10 Pledge Process Pain Points that advancement professionals face every day. We’ll explore why these challenges persist, what’s at stake if they’re not addressed, and practical strategies to streamline the pledge experience for both donors and staff.

Key takeaways include:

• A clear understanding of the most common pledge management challenges

• Strategies to reduce administrative burden and improve donor satisfaction

• Insights into how leading institutions are eliminating these pain points with modern approaches

Whether you’re in advancement services, gift administration, or frontline fundraising, this session will equip you with actionable ideas to make pledge management easier, more efficient, and more effective.