Indianapolis, IN -- The National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) welcomes Melissa Burlock as Member Success Specialist. Melissa will support the success and growth of CGP’s individual members and affiliated councils by strengthening the member experience.

While building relationships with members and councils, Melissa will work alongside the Director of Membership and Marketing to build opportunities for connection, collaboration and peer learning. Through consistent outreach and engagement, she will develop educational resources to advance the community's professional development and organizational success. 

Melissa joins CGP from previous roles in advancement and donor stewardship. Her background in building relationships will guide Melissa to create personalized and meaningful engagement opportunities.

“I am excited to engage with CGP individual members and councils to find the intersections between their unique needs and interests, and CGP's full library of services, benefits, and resources," says Melissa.

Melissa is a nonprofit research writer and author. With a background in public history and publishing, Melissa’s career experiences have included copyediting and trade editorial assistant roles.

Melissa and the CGP Team are based in Indianapolis, Indiana. To contact Melissa or a member of the CGP Team, please visit charitablegiftplanners.org/contact.

About CGP: The National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) is the leading organization setting standards for charitable gift planners. We bring members together to learn, connect and advocate. We provide education and resources that enrich and advance careers. We connect colleagues at all levels through our national network—including those who defined the field. We exist to serve our distinguished profession and bring to life the art and science of charitable gift planning. Visit CGP at https://charitablegiftplanners.org.

Indianapolis, IN -- The National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) welcomes Elisabeth Rhodes as the Director of Programs. Elisabeth will oversee the strategic direction, development, and management of the organization's educational and professional development initiatives. 

As the Director of Programs, Elisabeth will collaborate with the CGP Team and volunteer leaders to coordinate and develop programming and education to advance opportunities for the philanthropic community. 

Elisabeth joins CGP from the Morgridge Family Foundation where she served as Strategic Change and Evaluation Specialist. With a background in research and strategic development, her experience with non-profit organizations and curriculum development will contribute to the growth and innovation for education curriculum and program development. 

"I am so excited to join this incredible team at CGP,” says Elisabeth. “The field of gift planning is a new content area for me and I cannot wait to learn from this incredible network of members and staff.”

Elisabeth brings over ten years of experience in design, evaluation, and program management. She specializes in supporting mission-driven organizations to develop program operations and build impact. Elisabeth has worked across disciplines including child welfare, conservation, and K-12 education.

Elisabeth holds a BA in Biology and Sociology from DePauw University and a MS Biology from North Dakota State University. Her training in interdisciplinary research has led to a career in building research and evaluation programs across state agencies and nonprofit organizations.

Elisabeth and the CGP Team are based in Indianapolis, Indiana. To contact Elisabeth or a member of the CGP Team, please visit charitablegiftplanners.org/contact.

About CGP: The National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) is the leading organization setting standards for charitable gift planners. We bring members together to learn, connect and advocate. We provide education and resources that enrich and advance careers. We connect colleagues at all levels through our national network—including those who defined the field. We exist to serve our distinguished profession and bring to life the art and science of charitable gift planning. Visit CGP at https://charitablegiftplanners.org.