Join us for a special lunch and afternoon of learning with fellow Rescue Mission leaders. Our high-impact presentations will cover the latest trends in philanthropy and key takeaways for Missions:

Leaning Into Change: Philanthropic Trends & Reasons for Optimism 
Michael J. Tomlinson, CEO

Good-bye Pyramid. Hello Trapezoid 
Mike Rogers, President

How Should We Then Fundraise? 
James Read, Chief Creative Officer

The Key to Navigating Change Successfully 
Tony Luna, EVP, Client Services

Take a break from Citygate’s bustling Expo hall at your very own desert oasis! We’ve curated a special patio space, exclusively for our Rescue Mission VIPs, which you can access anytime at Citygate. Drop in for refreshments and a quiet, comfortable place to work, relax or connect with your Rescue Mission colleagues. 

Your invite to BDI Symposium includes dinner on us! After Thursday sessions at Citygate wrap, enjoy a special meal and fellowship with the BDI team and your Rescue Mission colleagues. Dinner is at 6:00 p.m. Watch your email for more details to come!

Stick around Friday for BDI’s not-to-be-missed seminar, “Strategic Storytelling: Making Good Fundraising Videos.” BDI’s VP, Creative Director Sarah Wallin and Evansville Rescue Mission’s Kyle Gorman will share how nonprofits of any size or budget can use video to strengthen their fundraising.