WELCOME TO THE BTFRI WEBSITE

The next annual gathering of fundraisers for higher education will be held August 2-6, 2008. Details regarding this year's program will be forthcoming.

Dear Fundraiser:

Welcome to the Big Ten Fund Raisers Institute, an annual gathering of fundraisers for public higher education. Each year, a maximum of 44 professionals from around the country come to the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan to discuss the challenges, techniques, and methods of successful fundraising for public colleges and universities.

For three and a half days and four evenings, I hope you'll join us for an inspiring retreat that will renew your energy, and give you the tools you need to do your job well and maximize your potential. We begin on Saturday evening with a welcome reception and dinner; and adjourn the following Wednesday around noon.

On this website, you'll find information about BTFRI (pronounced BIT-fry) and online registration. I hope you'll take advantage of this exciting opportunity to renew your dedicated service to higher education. There are only 44 openings, so please register soon. I hope to see you there.

Curtis R. Simic
Dean of BTFRI
President, Indiana University Foundation