Instructor: Laurie Rogers

Biography:

Laurie Rogers is an independent grant writer and fundraising consultant with more than 30 years of experience serving nonprofit organizations in the Richmond region. Her work has focused primarily on social service organizations, supporting clients in developing grant proposals and advancing broader fundraising goals.

Prior to beginning her consulting practice, Laurie served as Capital Campaign Director for a $30 million campaign and as Annual Fund Director at The Valentine. She has also contributed as a fundraising volunteer for her undergraduate and graduate institutions.

Since 1999, Laurie has taught grant writing and fundraising courses through the University of Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University, the University of Virginia, and other organizations. She has served on the vestry of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church and on the boards of numerous community organizations. She currently serves on the board of Children's Hospital of Richmond.

Laurie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Sewanee: The University of the South and a Master of Public Policy from Duke University.

Classes by this instructor

Fund Development Institute

Join us for an intensive program where the focus is on the 'Art and Science of Fundraising' and is structured around the work that fundraisers do. The format follows the fundraising cycle and incorporates fundamentals, practical applications, discussions of the ways of giving, and more! We are delighted to bring together our expert team of facilitators offering their expertise to non-profit professionals from across the nation.
August 3-11, 2026, TBD - UR Campus

Grant Writing Institute

Join us for an intensive 4-day institute where you will learn how to develop a comprehensive grant writing program for your nonprofit organization. Based on a collaborative, team-driven model of grant writing.
October 6-9, 2026