The Mentor program provides opportunities to learn from experienced BDOG pros. If you opt to have a Mentor, you can rely on them as your occasional “phone a friend” when you need some extra BDOG help or attend virtual gatherings (if offered). Mentors are available from January to May. We recommend new organizations and Team Captains connect with a Mentor at least once.
Julie Bornhoeft
Top skills: Board engagement, social media marketing, and setting fundraising goals
Email: jbornhoeft@weaveinc.org
Organization: WEAVE
I am the Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer at WEAVE Inc. where I've worked since 2007. My current role includes overseeing revenue generating activities including philanthropic fundraising and ensuring the agency's long-term viability. I count BDOG as one of the successes I am most proud of at WEAVE. We have been able to leverage BDOG to bolster our annual giving program and used BDOG to share new initiatives and spark increased engagement from our supporters. BDOG has been an excellent way to leverage friendly competition with our Board of Directors to achieve 100% giving. I love brainstorming ways to leverage BDOG as a way to grow your annual giving programs, all the ways board members can be part of your BDOG success no matter the size of your organization, and really enjoy reading content for GivingEdge profiles and appeals and giving feedback on crafting the strongest case to support your organization.