Planned Giving Council of Northeast Florida - PGC

04/13/2026

🌸✨ Spring is in the air… and so is a great excuse to celebrate! 🥂 Join us this Thursday from 5–7 PM at Fogo de Chão for our Spring Social —where connections are easy, conversations flow, and the vibes are just right.

Grab a drink, bring a friend, and come mingle with fellow professionals in a fun, relaxed setting—all for FREE! 🎉

✅ REGISTER TODAY: https://pgcnefl.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=24&ts=1775498392

We can’t wait to see you there!

03/05/2026

🌟 Step into The New Era of Amplified Impact 🌟

Join us on March 19, 2026 | 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM at Fogo de Chão (St. John’s Town Center) for an inspiring presentation with Heather Falmen, Senior Vice President & Regional Purpose Advisor at PNC.

Discover how purpose-driven planning can define the future—for your clients, your organization, and the communities you serve. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

🎟 Register now and be part of the impact!

https://pgcnefl.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=23&ts=1771017380

02/05/2026

What an inspiring day at the Planned Giving Council of Northeast Florida Annual Symposium! Our keynote speakers Dawn Lockhart and Sabeen Perwaiz Syed closed out the day on a high note!

Throughout the day we were fortunate to hear from outstanding speakers and engage in thoughtful, timely discussions on the current state of the philanthropic and planned giving sector. From evolving donor strategies to the future of charitable planning, the insights shared sparked meaningful conversation and connection across our community. Grateful for the collaboration, learning, and shared commitment to impact. If you’re not a member, you should become one today! Join here: https://pgcnefl.org/

02/05/2026

🎤✨ A powerful and timely keynote session from Dawn Lockhart, CEO of the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, and Sabeen Perwaiz, President & CEO of the Florida Nonprofit Alliance. Their insights on The State of the Sector—from policy impacts to local trends—couldn’t be more relevant. Important perspectives, meaningful data, and conversations that truly matter for the work ahead. 🌟📊

02/05/2026

👏 Always a crowd favorite! John Zell of The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida delivered an engaging and insightful presentation on planned gifts—packed with expertise, real-world perspective, and just the right dose of humor. We always love hearing from him and learning something new every time! 😄📚

02/05/2026

🎤✨ Kicking off an incredible morning at the conference with our opening speakers! We’re energized and inspired as we begin a special day full of powerful conversations, fresh insights, and meaningful connections. Let’s get started! 🌟

02/04/2026

✨ We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow at the 16th Annual Planned Giving Symposium! Join us for a full day of insight, inspiration, and connection with an incredible lineup of speakers and thought leaders. Get ready for a fantastic day of learning together! 🌟📚

12/30/2025

🎉 It’s back — and better than ever! 🎉 The 2nd Annual Planned Giving Bingo Challenge is returning for another round of fun, learning, and friendly competition. Join us this upcoming Thursday January 8th at Fogo de Chão in the Town Center for an engaging event that blends education with entertainment, all while highlighting the power of planned giving. Expect prizes throughout, great conversation, and plenty of chances to shout BINGO! 🧩🏆

Mark your calendars & get ready to play!

⬇️⬇️⬇️ REGISTRATION ⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://pgcnefl.org/meet-reg1.php?id=22

12/09/2025

❄️✨ Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are canceling tomorrow’s Holiday Party — but don’t worry, the fun isn’t over! We’re already planning a festive kickoff event for the New Year and can’t wait to celebrate with you then.

Thank you all for a wonderful 2025 filled with learning, collaboration, and community. Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday season! 🎄🥂

Happy Holidays from the Planned Giving Council of Northeast Florida! 💚

11/13/2025

📊 Get ready to step into 2026 with insight and confidence! Join us on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM at Fogo de Chão in the St. Johns Town Center for our Annual Economic Update Luncheon.

Gain expert perspective from Aaron Sheklin, Head of Institutional at Farther, as he shares key trends and forecasts shaping markets, philanthropy, and strategic planning in the year ahead.

Whether you guide clients, manage endowments, or oversee organizational strategy, this session will provide the tools you need for smart, forward-looking financial stewardship. 🌐💼

10/07/2025

☎️ LAST CALL! ☎️

🌟 Join us this Thursday at Fogo de Chão (St. John’s Town Center) from 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM for a fascinating look behind the headlines!

Celebrity estates often capture attention for all the wrong reasons — family feuds, lost charitable opportunities, and planning missteps that derail impact. But behind the drama lie powerful fiduciary lessons for advisors, nonprofits, and donors alike.

Featuring Tammie Sandoval, Chief Fiduciary Officer at Bank OZK, this engaging session will explore real-world case studies and practical tools to help you guide donor conversations, safeguard intent, and turn generosity into lasting legacy. 💼✨

Don’t miss it!

09/09/2025

✨UPDATE - SWAG GIVEAWAY! ✨

We have learned that our speaker this week will be giving away swag to the attendees! 🎁

Hurry and register to join us on Thursday so you don’t miss out on a great presentation & free goodies! 🤗

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🎉 Kick off the first Planned Giving Council meeting of the year with us at Fogo de Chão in the St Johns Town Center on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 11:45am!

Our featured speaker, Jennifer Kifer, Partner at Holland & Knight, will share real-life stories on administering bequests after a donor’s death—spotlighting what happens when planning goes off course. From messy disputes to missed opportunities, you’ll learn valuable lessons to help ensure donors’ wishes are honored without the headaches.

➡️➡️➡️ Register today:

https://pgcnefl.org/meetinginfo.php?id=17&ts=1754522602

Don’t miss this insightful start to our year! 🌟

🎉 Kick off the first Planned Giving Council meeting of the year with us at Fogo de Chão in the St Johns Town Center on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 11:45am!

Our featured speaker, Jennifer Kifer, Partner at Holland & Knight, will share real-life stories on administering bequests after a donor’s death—spotlighting what happens when planning goes off course. From messy disputes to missed opportunities, you’ll learn valuable lessons to help ensure donors’ wishes are honored without the headaches.

➡️➡️➡️ Register today:

https://pgcnefl.org/meetinginfo.php?id=17&ts=1754522602

Don’t miss this insightful start to our year! 🌟