Events & Webinars
WEBINAR | Unlocking Bigger Gifts Through Securities and Donor-Advised Funds
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 PM Eastern
Securities and donor-advised funds (DAFs) are becoming important tools in modern fundraising, yet many charities may be missing these opportunities simply because they are not prepared.
AFP Ottawa is pleased to present Jessica Rayne of GiveWise Foundation Canada in a practical webinar on how charities can introduce and strengthen securities and DAF giving as part of their fundraising
strategy.
This session is ideal for fundraisers, executive directors, board members, and nonprofit leaders looking to grow giving in practical and sustainable ways. Participants will learn how to:
- Understand the role of securities and DAFs in fundraising
- Prepare their organization to receive non-cash gifts
- Reduce administrative barriers for donors and charities
- Identify simple steps to include these strategies in their philanthropy plan
Jessica Rayne is the Manager of Partnerships and Growth at GiveWise Foundation Canada, where she works at the intersection of generosity, strategy, and systems change. Through GiveWise, a national donor-advised fund platform, Jessica partners with charities across Canada to simplify giving processes, unlock non-cash gifts such as securities, and reduce administrative burden for nonprofit teams.
Over the past two years, she has worked alongside hundreds of organizations to strengthen donor experience and expand access to strategic giving tools. Her work focuses on helping charities build sustainable funding pathways while creating simpler, more generous giving experiences for donors. Jessica’s approach is rooted in a lifelong passion, supported by over a decade of experience in community engagement, partnerships, and social impact. She has dedicated her career to building meaningful relationships across organizations, businesses, and communities, with a focus on increasing access to resources and opportunities for those who need it most.
Jessica holds a Master’s degree in Sociology, along with diplomas in Business Management and Marketing. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new places, nurturing her entrepreneurial pursuits, and expressing creativity through music, movement, and food.
Thank you to our year-round Personal Development Series sponsors, Blakely. With your support our members continue to benefit from incredible sessions that add value to their ongoing careers in fundraising.