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St. Bonaventure University

Davis shares data-driven fundraising strategies at conference

Aug 21, 2025

Mandi Wilton Davis, ’03, director of Advancement Operations, presented “Swimming in Data, Not Drowning: Practical Strategies for Advancement Teams” at the annual GiveCampus Partners Conference in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 7.

Davis, AmandaThis year's conference, “Amplifying Impact,” welcomed professionals from educational institutions across the country. Davis’ presentation provided a deeper look at how St. Bonaventure uses data from the GiveCampus platform to make informed, strategic and data-driven decisions for fundraising initiatives.

She highlighted the university’s accomplishments during its short partnership with the platform, as well as future goals. The Advancement office currently uses the GiveCampus platform for Bona Giving Day, Athletics Giving Day, the senior class challenge, and reunion challenges.

Davis holds Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge Professional Certification. She is a parent of a 2025 SBU graduate.