PG Calc Events Calendar

The Events Calendar lists opportunities for you to see PG Calc at conferences, hear us give speeches, learn from one of our software trainings, orientations, and of course our industry-leading webinars.

You can change the dates to narrow or expand the events shown below, choose a particular category of events or filter by topic.  More information is available if you expand any given event or you can expand all events shown using that button. 

April 2026

Thu 04/02

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

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PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Thursday, April 02, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Wed 04/08

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

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GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Wednesday, April 08, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Thu 04/09

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

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PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Thursday, April 09, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 04/14-Wed 04/15

This class will provide an in depth demonstration of our web-based PGM Anywhere software in the context of learning about and modeling gift annuities. We will use case study examples to illustrate various types of gift annuities while discovering the robust calculation and detailed documentation features of this gift planning software. This class will be taught remotely.

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Who can benefit from this class?

Prior knowledge of planned giving is helpful, but you can benefit from this class if you are new to planned giving. No prior experience with our software is required, and no advance preparation for the course is necessary.

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to PGM Anywhere
  • Gift Annuities – Immediate, Deferred and Flexible Deferred
  • Create Gift Annuity Proposals and Agreements
  • NEW: QCD to fund CGA (Legacy IRA Act)

Schedule for the Day

  • The session runs from 1:00pm to 3:00 pm ET on Tuesday, April 14 and Wednesday April 15. There will be a short break at 2:00pm on each day.
  • Please sign in by 12:50 pm ET so that the session may begin on time.

For cancellations, please contact Client Services at 888-474-2252.

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Tuesday, April 14, 01:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Wednesday, April 15, 01:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Online (Note: class will be from 1:00pm - 3:00pm ET each day)

Cost is $195 per attendee. Registrants will receive login information prior to the training.

Thu 04/16

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

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Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Thursday, April 16, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 04/28-Wed 04/29

This class covers GiftWrap’s more advanced reporting capabilities including Projected Remainder Amounts, Gift Annuity Reserves, and FASB Liabilities.  In addition, the class covers the CashTrac function which allows the market value of each individual gift annuity in an investment pool to be tracked, and discusses how GiftWrap reports use this information to help you understand the health of your program.

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This class covers GiftWrap’s more advanced reporting capabilities including Projected Remainder Amounts, Gift Annuity Reserves, and FASB Liabilities. In addition, the class covers the CashTrac function which allows the market value of each individual gift annuity in an investment pool to be tracked, and discusses how GiftWrap reports use this information to help you understand the health of your program.

This class is intended for users with some familiarity with GiftWrap as well as finance officers and others who are recipients of the report information. Basics such as data entry, record death, payments and taxes are covered in the separate Introductory class.

Schedule for the Day

  • The session runs from 1:00pm to 3:00pm ET on Tuesday, April 28 and Wednesday, April 29. There will be a short break at 2:00pm on each day.
  • Please sign in by 12:50pm ET so that the session may begin on time.

For information on cancellation policies, please contact Doug Nannene at 888-474-2252.

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Tuesday, April 28, 02:00 PM-04:00 PM ET
Wednesday, April 29, 02:00 PM-04:00 PM ET
ONLINE (Note: class will be from 2:00pm - 4:00pm ET each day)

Cost is $195 per attendee. Registrants will receive login information prior to the training.

Thu 04/30

PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Northern California Planned Giving Council's 33rd Annual Conference on April 30, 2026. PG Calc Vice President of Consulting Bill Laskin will be presenting the session, "Gift Annuities are More Versatile Than You May Think."

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PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Northern California Planned Giving Council's 33rd Annual Conference on April 30, 2026. PG Calc Vice President of Consulting Bill Laskin will be presenting the session, "Gift Annuities are More Versatile Than You May Think."

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Thursday, April 30, 08:00 AM-05:30 PM PT
The Westin San Francisco Airport, 1 Old Bayshore Hwy, Millbrae, CA, 94030
Thu 04/30

PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Northern California Planned Giving Council's 33rd Annual Conference on April 30, 2026. PG Calc Vice President of Consulting Bill Laskin will be presenting the session, "Gift Annuities are More Versatile Than You May Think."

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PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Northern California Planned Giving Council's 33rd Annual Conference on April 30, 2026. PG Calc Vice President of Consulting Bill Laskin will be presenting the session, "Gift Annuities are More Versatile Than You May Think."

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Thursday, April 30, 08:00 AM-05:30 PM PT
The Westin San Francisco Airport, 1 Old Bayshore Hwy, Millbrae, CA, 94030
Thu 04/30

In the philanthropic sector, your most valuable assets are time, expertise, and human connection. Yet the administrative lift - drafting communications, managing timelines, coordinating stakeholders, and keeping complex projects moving - can pull you away from the work that truly matters. This session offers a practical, real-world look at how AI can become a reliable partner in your daily workflow, helping you overcome “blank page syndrome” and accelerate project timelines across the board.

We’ll focus on practical, everyday use - how AI can take on the drafting, organizing, and structuring work that often slows you down, allowing you to stay centered on strategy, judgment, and relationship‑building - the parts of the job only humans can do. Whether you’re brand new to AI or already experimenting, you’ll leave with a clear game plan to supercharge your workday while keeping the human touch front and center. And as a bonus, many of the skills you learn here can easily spill over into your personal life, helping you streamline everything from household planning to creative projects.

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In the philanthropic sector, your most valuable assets are time, expertise, and human connection. Yet the administrative lift - drafting communications, managing timelines, coordinating stakeholders, and keeping complex projects moving - can pull you away from the work that truly matters. This session offers a practical, real-world look at how AI can become a reliable partner in your daily workflow, helping you overcome “blank page syndrome” and accelerate project timelines across the board.

We’ll focus on practical, everyday use - how AI can take on the drafting, organizing, and structuring work that often slows you down, allowing you to stay centered on strategy, judgment, and relationship‑building - the parts of the job only humans can do. Whether you’re brand new to AI or already experimenting, you’ll leave with a clear game plan to supercharge your workday while keeping the human touch front and center. And as a bonus, many of the skills you learn here can easily spill over into your personal life, helping you streamline everything from household planning to creative projects.
 

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Thursday, April 30, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

May 2026

Tue 05/05

Join PG Calc Senior Advisor Craig Wruck on May 5th as he leads the Planned Giving Fundamentals Course in advance of the Planned Giving Group of New England's All-Day Conference at the Bentley University conference center in Waltham, Massachusetts.

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Join PG Calc Senior Advisor Craig Wruck on May 5th as he leads the Planned Giving Fundamentals Course in advance of the Planned Giving Group of New England's All-Day Conference at the Bentley University conference center in Waltham, Massachusetts.

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Tuesday, May 05, 09:00 AM-04:30 PM ET
Bentley University Conference Center, 175 Forest Street, Waltham, MA, 02452
Wed 05/06

PG Calc is sponsoring and exhibiting at PGGNE's Annual All Day Conference. 

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PG Calc is sponsoring and exhibiting at PGGNE's Annual All Day Conference. 

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Wednesday, May 06, 08:00 AM-05:00 PM ET
Bentley University, The Conference Center, LaCava Building, 175 Forest Street, Waltham, MA, 02452
Wed 05/06

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Wednesday, May 06, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Thu 05/07

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

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GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Thursday, May 07, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Mon 05/11-Wed 05/13

PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Carolinas Planned Giving Conference 2026 in Wilmington, NC on May 11-13th.

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PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Carolinas Planned Giving Conference 2026 in Wilmington, NC on May 11-13th. The event is co-hosted by the North Carolina Council of Charitable Gift Planners and the South Carolina Planned Giving Council.

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Monday, May 11, 03:00 PM-08:30 PM ET
Tuesday, May 12, 08:00 AM-10:00 PM ET
Wednesday, May 13, 08:00 AM-11:30 AM ET
Hotel Ballast, 301 North Water Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401
Tue 05/12

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

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Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Tuesday, May 12, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Fri 05/15

PG Calc will be attending the Philanthropic Planning Group of Greater New York's 2026 Planned Giving Day on May 15th.

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PG Calc will be attending the Philanthropic Planning Group of Greater New York's 2026 Planned Giving Day on May 15th.

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Friday, May 15, 08:00 AM-07:30 PM ET
Convene (Midtown West), 117 West 46th Street, New York, NY, 10036
Thu 05/21

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Thursday, May 21, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Wed 05/27
Just starting to consider registering in states to issue gift annuities, or perhaps revisiting it as a recurring topic? Puzzling over a particular CGA annual filing requirement? Trying to make sense of the registration picture after moving to a new organization? Get all your charitable gift annuity state registration and annual filing questions answered for free by PG Calc experts Edie Matulka, Senior Consultant, and Julie Goldenberg Hay, Consultant, during this hour-long webinar. As an attendee commented the last time we gave this session, think of this as your CGA therapy hour!
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Just starting to consider registering in states to issue gift annuities, or perhaps revisiting it as a recurring topic? Puzzling over a particular CGA annual filing requirement? Trying to make sense of the registration picture after moving to a new organization? Get all your charitable gift annuity state registration and annual filing questions answered for free by PG Calc experts Edie Matulka, Senior Consultant, and Julie Goldenberg Hay, Consultant, during this hour-long webinar. As an attendee commented the last time we gave this session, think of this as your CGA therapy hour!

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Wednesday, May 27, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

June 2026

Wed 06/03

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

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GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Wednesday, June 03, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Thu 06/04
This class will focus on one of the most important reporting functions in GiftWrap – the calculation of estimated liabilities for life income gifts, in compliance with FASB standards. No matter the size of the organization, or the state in which the organization is based, all organizations sponsoring life income gifts need to calculate a reasonable estimate of the total future liability for each gift.
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This class will focus on one of the most important reporting functions in GiftWrap – the calculation of estimated liabilities for life income gifts, in compliance with FASB standards. No matter the size of the organization, or the state in which the organization is based, all organizations sponsoring life income gifts need to calculate a reasonable estimate of the total future liability for each gift. This must be done at least annually, but may be done more frequently. We will discuss the use of different mortality tables and interest rate assumptions as part of this virtual class.

Schedule for the Day

  • The session runs from 2:00pm to 3:30pm ET on Thursday, June 4.
  • Please sign in by 1:50pm ET so that the session may begin on time.

For cancellations, please contact Doug Nannene at 888-474-2252.

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Thursday, June 04, 02:00 PM-03:30 PM ET
Online

Cost is $75 per attendee. Registrants will receive login information prior to the training.

Thu 06/11

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Thursday, June 11, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 06/16

PG Calc is sponsoring and exhibiting at the NCGPC National Capital Gift Planning Council Planned Giving Day. Come by and say hello!

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PG Calc is sponsoring and exhibiting at the NCGPC National Capital Gift Planning Council Planned Giving Day. Come by and say hello!

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Tuesday, June 16, 08:00 AM-06:00 PM ET
American University, Washington College of Law, Washington, DC, 20016
Tue 06/16

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

Learn More

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Tuesday, June 16, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 06/23

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Tuesday, June 23, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Thu 06/25

What’s actually working in planned giving marketing today?
Whether you’re wondering if a donor survey is worth the investment, questioning the role of newsletters, debating the future of direct mail, or trying to understand which channels deliver the strongest engagement, this open Q&A session is designed for you.

Join Andrew Palmer, PG Calc’s Director of Marketing Services, for an interactive conversation focused entirely on your questions. Andrew will break down current trends, share what we’re seeing across hundreds of nonprofit clients, and offer clear, practical guidance to help you strengthen your planned giving outreach.
 

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What’s actually working in planned giving marketing today?
Whether you’re wondering if a donor survey is worth the investment, questioning the role of newsletters, debating the future of direct mail, or trying to understand which channels deliver the strongest engagement, this open Q&A session is designed for you.

Join Andrew Palmer, PG Calc’s Director of Marketing Services, for an interactive conversation focused entirely on your questions. Andrew will break down current trends, share what we’re seeing across hundreds of nonprofit clients, and offer clear, practical guidance to help you strengthen your planned giving outreach.
 

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Thursday, June 25, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

July 2026

Tue 07/07-Tue 07/28

Nationally-known planned giving expert Craig Wruck will repeat his popular Fundamentals of Planned Giving course as a series of four weekly PG Calc Webinars. Craig combines a deep technical understanding of the topic with a widely-admired talent for focusing on what is important and making gift planning concepts easy to grasp. Major topic areas he will cover are: Tax Fundamentals, Basic Planned Giving Methods, Assets Used for Charitable Contributions, and Advanced Planned Giving Methods.

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Nationally-known planned giving expert Craig Wruck will repeat his popular Fundamentals of Planned Giving course as a series of four weekly PG Calc Webinars. Craig combines a deep technical understanding of the topic with a widely-admired talent for focusing on what is important and making gift planning concepts easy to grasp. Major topic areas he will cover are: Tax Fundamentals, Basic Planned Giving Methods, Assets Used for Charitable Contributions, and Advanced Planned Giving Methods.

Session Dates

All sessions are presented from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET. All registrants will receive a replay of each session, typically within two business days of the live session. Each replay will be available for a limited time and viewable any number of times during that period.

  • July 7, 2026 - Part 1
  • July 14, 2026 - Part 2
  • July 21, 2026 - Part 3
  • July 28, 2026 - Part 4

This series is approved for 6.0 hours of CFRE Continuing Education points in Category 1.B - Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. Both the live webinars and the recordings are approved for CFRE credit. 

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Tuesday, July 07, 01:00 PM-02:30 PM ET
Tuesday, July 14, 01:00 PM-02:30 PM ET
Tuesday, July 21, 01:00 PM-02:30 PM ET
Tuesday, July 28, 01:00 PM-02:30 PM ET
Wed 07/08

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Wednesday, July 08, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Thu 07/09

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

Learn More

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Thursday, July 09, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 07/14

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

Learn More

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Tuesday, July 14, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Wed 07/22

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Wednesday, July 22, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Thu 07/30

Your planned giving staff has secured a wonderful planned gift commitment from a generous donor. The donor is well stewarded over the years. Now the donor has passed, but that hard-won bequest is nowhere to be seen. This session will explore ten ways that bequests can "go bad," including undue influence, lost documents, misnamed charities, handwritten edits, caretaker claims and tax apportionment problems. Attendees will not only learn to identify these potential problems, but will also discuss both proactive and reactive ways to avoid/deal with them.

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Your planned giving staff has secured a wonderful planned gift commitment from a generous donor. The donor is well stewarded over the years. Now the donor has passed, but that hard-won bequest is nowhere to be seen. This session will explore ten ways that bequests can "go bad," including undue influence, lost documents, misnamed charities, handwritten edits, caretaker claims and tax apportionment problems. Attendees will not only learn to identify these potential problems, but will also discuss both proactive and reactive ways to avoid/deal with them.

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Thursday, July 30, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

August 2026

Mon 08/03

PG Calc Senior Advisor Craig Wruck will be presenting "The Fundamentals of Planned Giving,", his classic course on the fundamentals of our field.

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PG Calc Senior Advisor Craig Wruck will be presenting "The Fundamentals of Planned Giving,", his classic course on the fundamentals of our field ahead of the Summer Symposium.

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Monday, August 03, 08:00 AM-04:00 PM MT
200 Inverness Drive West, Englewood, CO, 80112
Tue 08/04-Wed 08/05

PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Colorado Planned Giving Roundtable's Summer Symposium on August 4th and 5th, at the The Inverness Denver Golf and Spa Resort. 

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PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Colorado Planned Giving Roundtable's Summer Symposium on August 4th and 5th, at the The Inverness Denver Golf and Spa Resort. 

In additional, PG Calc Senior Consultant Craig Wruck will be presenting his popular series, "The Fundamentals of Planned Giving," before the conference.

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Tuesday, August 04, 08:00 AM-07:30 PM MT
Wednesday, August 05, 08:00 AM-06, 07:30 PM MT
200 Inverness Drive West, Englewood, CO, 80112
Tue 08/04

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

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GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Tuesday, August 04, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Wed 08/05

Gain invaluable hands-on experience using case study examples to illustrate gift options while discovering the powerful and effective features of your gift planning software. This class is taught using the web-based version, PGM Anywhere.

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Who can benefit from this class?

Prior knowledge of planned giving is helpful, but you can benefit from this class if you are new to planned giving. No prior experience with our PGM Anywhere software is required, and no advance preparation for the course is necessary. 

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to PGM Anywhere
  • Gift Annuities - Immediate and Deferred
  • Create Basic Gift Annuity Proposals
  • NEW: QCD to fund CGA (Legacy IRA Act)
  • Introduction to Charitable Remainder Trusts
  • Create Trust Proposals

Schedule for the Day

  • The session runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
  • Two 15-minute breaks, morning and afternoon, with an hour for lunch on your own at noon.
  • Continental breakfast will be provided before the start of the session and refreshments during breaks.
  • Please be in the room by 8:45 am so that the session may begin on time.

Full participation in the PGM Anywhere Introductory course is approved for 5.5 points in Category 1 .B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. 

For questions or cancellations, please contact Doug Nannene at 888-474-2252.

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Wednesday, August 05, 09:00 AM-04:00 PM ET

Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill, 5 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114, 617-742-7630.

For reservations, please click HERE or call 617-742-7630. 

A Windows-compatible laptop is recommended, but not required. Login to the software will be provided for use in class if needed. PG Calc offers laptop rentals for an additional $150/day.

Thu 08/06

This full-day seminar explores gift planning beyond the basics. We will review advanced gift planning techniques including retained life estates, charitable lead trusts, and estate planning models using the flexible functionality of PGM Anywhere.

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Who can benefit from this class?


The advanced session presumes a basic familiarity with planned gift arrangements either through attending our introductory session or prior experience. We also assume a similar familiarity with our PGM Anywhere software through work experience or our introductory training. Advance preparation for the course is not necessary.

Topics Covered:

We will relate estate and financial planning concepts such as capital gain, transfer taxes, and qualified retirement plans to charitable gift planning. We will cover Retained Life Estates, Testamentary Remainder Trusts, Lead Trusts, and Estate Planning Models using PGM Anywhere.

  • Create a Charitable Remainder Unitrust Proposal with a Flip Provision
  • Model Non-Grantor Lead Trust
  • Calculate gift taxes on life income plans
  • Create a Retained Life Estate Proposal
  • Testamentary Gifts of Retirement Plans

Schedule for the Day

  • The session runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
  • Two 15-minute breaks, morning and afternoon, with an hour for lunch on your own at noon.
  • Continental breakfast will be provided before the start of the session and refreshments during breaks.
  • Please be in the room by 8:45 am so that the session may begin on time.

Full participation in the PGM Anywhere Advanced course is approved for 5.5 points in Category 1 .B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. 

For questions or cancellations, please contact Doug Nannene at 888-474-2252.

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Thursday, August 06, 09:00 AM-04:00 PM ET
Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill, 5 Blossom St., Boston, MA, 02144

Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill, 5 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114, 617-742-7630.

For reservations, please click HERE or call 617-742-7630. 

A Windows-compatible laptop is recommended, but not required. Login to the software will be provided for use in class if needed. PG Calc offers laptop rentals for an additional $150/day.

Wed 08/12

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

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Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Wednesday, August 12, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Thu 08/13

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

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PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Thursday, August 13, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 08/18

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

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PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Tuesday, August 18, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Thu 08/27

Every week PG Calc’s Client Service Advisors field questions about QCD gifts. In this interactive session, the Client Service Advisors will present what every gift office should know about outright and life income QCD gifts. They will then answer questions from the live audience about QCDs. Come meet the Client Service team and get your QCD questions answered, from QCD gift dates to state registration requirements.

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Every week PG Calc’s Client Service Advisors field questions about QCD gifts. In this interactive session, the Client Service Advisors will present what every gift office should know about outright and life income QCD gifts. They will then answer questions from the live audience about QCDs. Come meet the Client Service team and get your QCD questions answered, from QCD gift dates to state registration requirements.

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Thursday, August 27, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

September 2026

Tue 09/08

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Tuesday, September 08, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 09/15

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Tuesday, September 15, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Wed 09/16

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

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GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Wednesday, September 16, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Wed 09/16-Thu 09/17

PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Maine Planned Giving Council's Annual Conference on September 16-17th at the Doubletree Hotel in South Portland, Maine.

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PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the Maine Planned Giving Council's Annual Conference on September 16-17th at the Doubletree Hotel in South Portland, Maine.

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Wednesday, September 16, 03:00 PM-08:30 PM ET
Thursday, September 17, 08:00 AM-05:00 PM ET
Double Tree Hotel, 363 Maine Mall Rd, Portland, ME, 04106
Thu 09/17

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

Learn More

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Thursday, September 17, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Thu 09/24

Effective gift planning requires playing the long game, but how do you demonstrate value in an environment that demands results now? If you are relying solely on realized revenue, you are underselling your program’s impact (and probably taking credit for your predecessor’s work). On the other hand, tracking the number of donor calls is like judging next fall’s harvest by the number of seeds you planted last spring: there are other crucial factors you should be taking into account.

Join us for The Right Metrics for Gift Planning, where we will explore indicators that can bridge the gap between current activity and future revenue and uncover metrics that correlate best with long-term success. Stop chasing the wrong numbers and start measuring what matters.

Learn More

Effective gift planning requires playing the long game, but how do you demonstrate value in an environment that demands results now? If you are relying solely on realized revenue, you are underselling your program’s impact (and probably taking credit for your predecessor’s work). On the other hand, tracking the number of donor calls is like judging next fall’s harvest by the number of seeds you planted last spring: there are other crucial factors you should be taking into account.

Join us for The Right Metrics for Gift Planning, where we will explore indicators that can bridge the gap between current activity and future revenue and uncover metrics that correlate best with long-term success. Stop chasing the wrong numbers and start measuring what matters.

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Thursday, September 24, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

October 2026

Thu 10/01

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

Learn More

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Thursday, October 01, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 10/06

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Tuesday, October 06, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Wed 10/14

This full-day seminar explores gift planning beyond the basics. We will review advanced gift planning techniques including retained life estates, charitable lead trusts, and estate planning models using the flexible functionality of PGM Anywhere.

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Who can benefit from this class?


The advanced session presumes a basic familiarity with planned gift arrangements either through attending our introductory session or prior experience. We also assume a similar familiarity with our PGM Anywhere software through work experience or our introductory training. Advance preparation for the course is not necessary.

Topics Covered:

We will relate estate and financial planning concepts such as capital gain, transfer taxes, and qualified retirement plans to charitable gift planning. We will cover Retained Life Estates, Testamentary Remainder Trusts, Lead Trusts, and Estate Planning Models using PGM Anywhere.

  • Create a Charitable Remainder Unitrust Proposal with a Flip Provision
  • Model Non-Grantor Lead Trust
  • Calculate gift taxes on life income plans
  • Create a Retained Life Estate Proposal
  • Testamentary Gifts of Retirement Plans

Schedule for the Day

  • The session runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
  • Two 15-minute breaks, morning and afternoon, with an hour for lunch on your own at noon.
  • Continental breakfast will be provided before the start of the session and refreshments during breaks.
  • Please be in the room by 8:45 am so that the session may begin on time.

Full participation in the PGM Anywhere Advanced course is approved for 5.5 points in Category 1 .B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. 

For questions or cancellations, please contact Doug Nannene at 888-474-2252.

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Wednesday, October 14, 09:00 AM-04:00 PM ET
New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130

New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

This class is being offered in advance of the CGP Conference on October 14-16.

A Windows-compatible laptop is recommended, but not required. Login for the software will be provided for use in class if needed. PG Calc offers laptop rentals for an additional $150/day.

Wed 10/14-Fri 10/16

PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners 2026 Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, from October 14-16th. 

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PG Calc will be sponsoring and attending the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners 2026 Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, from October 14-16th. 

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Wednesday, October 14, 12:00 PM-09:00 PM ET
Thursday, October 15, 08:00 AM-06:00 PM ET
Friday, October 16, 08:00 AM-02:00 PM ET
New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130
Tue 10/20

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

Learn More

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Tuesday, October 20, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Wed 10/21

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Wednesday, October 21, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Thu 10/22

Charitable lead trusts offer powerful benefits to both donors and nonprofits: immediate significant funding to the charity, while ultimately returning the trust’s remainder to the donor or to family members. Importantly, these benefits are available to organizations of any size, and in many cases do not require extensive administrative infrastructure. And yet, lead trusts remain underutilized.

Anecdotal and industry evidence points to several contributing factors: historical constraints on applying lead trusts to endowed funds and capital projects; risk management considerations; and limited familiarity with lead trusts among both fundraisers and donors. In this session, Alasdair Halliday will describe practical approaches he has used to overcome these barriers—expanding the designations that lead trusts can support and increasing the overall volume of these high-impact gifts.

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Charitable lead trusts offer powerful benefits to both donors and nonprofits: immediate significant funding to the charity, while ultimately returning the trust’s remainder to the donor or to family members. Importantly, these benefits are available to organizations of any size, and in many cases do not require extensive administrative infrastructure. And yet, lead trusts remain underutilized.

Anecdotal and industry evidence points to several contributing factors: historical constraints on applying lead trusts to endowed funds and capital projects; risk management considerations; and limited familiarity with lead trusts among both fundraisers and donors. In this session, Alasdair Halliday will describe practical approaches he has used to overcome these barriers—expanding the designations that lead trusts can support and increasing the overall volume of these high-impact gifts.

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Thursday, October 22, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

November 2026

Wed 11/04

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Wednesday, November 04, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Thu 11/05

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors, as well as an overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting capabilities.

Learn More

GiftWrap Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our planned gift administration software. The session covers entering gifts and linking them to donors, beneficiaries, and advisors. An overview of GiftWrap's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, projected remainder amounts, FASB liabilities, and CGA state compliance. We touch upon handling payments, producing 1099-Rs, and updating market values. This overview helps you understand which GiftWrap functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using GiftWrap.

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Thursday, November 05, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM ET
Tue 11/17

PGM Anywhere Orientations are designed to help get you and your staff up and running on PGM Anywhere.  This session covers how to access and customize the software as well as how to produce a gift illustration. 

Learn More

 

PGM Anywhere Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our web-based gift planning software. We’ll cover how to access PGM Anywhere from a supported web browser, how to enter organization information, set up user accounts, and customize the software. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a charitable gift annuity illustration. Sign up now so that you can begin using PGM Anywhere. 

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Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Wed 11/18

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

Learn More

Bequest Manager Orientations provide an introduction to the principal functions of our bequest administration database. The session covers entering different types of bequests, associating them with donors and advisors, and tracking bequest gifts from intention through final distribution.

An overview of Bequest Manager's extensive reporting includes a look at summaries, transactions, projected values for future gifts, and expected distributions reports. This orientation helps you understand which Bequest Manager functions are most useful for your program and gets you started using Bequest Manager.

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Wednesday, November 18, 10:00 AM-11:00 AM ET
Thu 11/19

About 28% of American household wealth is held in real estate, yet many donors are unaware of the benefits of gifting property during their lifetime. This session shares the story of a donor who gifted a multi-tenant rental property to simplify retirement and make an immediate charitable impact. Attendees will learn how to identify potential real estate gift prospects through prospect research, donor check-ins, and strategic questions. Real estate gifts can offer donors the joy of giving while living, tax advantages, or lifetime income. The session provides tools for successful fundraising, examples of ideal gift properties, and guidance on donor conversations. To engage participants, we’ll play an interactive guessing game inspired by NPR’s “Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!” and include time for Q&A on donor relationships, gift program essentials, and collaborative fundraising.

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About 28% of American household wealth is held in real estate, yet many donors are unaware of the benefits of gifting property during their lifetime. This session shares the story of a donor who gifted a multi-tenant rental property to simplify retirement and make an immediate charitable impact. Attendees will learn how to identify potential real estate gift prospects through prospect research, donor check-ins, and strategic questions. Real estate gifts can offer donors the joy of giving while living, tax advantages, or lifetime income. The session provides tools for successful fundraising, examples of ideal gift properties, and guidance on donor conversations. To engage participants, we’ll play an interactive guessing game inspired by NPR’s “Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!” and include time for Q&A on donor relationships, gift program essentials, and collaborative fundraising.

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Thursday, November 19, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET

December 2026

Thu 12/17

Most planned gifts are funded with cash or publicly-traded securities. But there are lots of other options, such as real estate, retirement assets, tangible personal property, or collectibles (antiques, art, coins, etc.). What are the tax considerations when a donor is considering these and other atypical assets to fund a planned gift?

In this webinar, Bill Laskin and Kara Morin will review the special tax issues that arise when a donor makes a planned gift with something of value that is not cash or publicly-traded securities. They will also touch on some of the non-tax issues that go along with certain atypical gift assets.

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Most planned gifts are funded with cash or publicly-traded securities. But there are lots of other options, such as real estate, retirement assets, tangible personal property, or collectibles (antiques, art, coins, etc.). What are the tax considerations when a donor is considering these and other atypical assets to fund a planned gift?

In this webinar, Bill Laskin and Kara Morin will review the special tax issues that arise when a donor makes a planned gift with something of value that is not cash or publicly-traded securities. They will also touch on some of the non-tax issues that go along with certain atypical gift assets.

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Thursday, December 17, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM ET