Our Vision
The vision of Higher Ground is to elevate and empower professionals, institutions, and organizations in higher education and the nonprofit sector to achieve their full fundraising potential through expertise, innovation, and integrity.
& Mission
Higher Ground’s mission is to increase the expertise and effectiveness of fundraising in higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations and enhance the knowledge of and preparedness in fundraising within graduate level higher education programs.
HG is dedicated to improving the field of fundraising through education, skill development, and preparedness. This mission highlights two key areas of focus:
Empowering Higher Education Institutions and Nonprofits
By increasing expertise and effectiveness in fundraising, HG aims to help these organizations secure the resources they need to achieve their missions.
By strategically targeting opportunities for board engagement and alignment with institution and organization identified fundraising priorities and initiatives.
Board Development
By enhancing fundraising knowledge within graduate programs, HG ensures future higher education professionals are well-prepared to navigate, lead and succeed in this critical area.