The Jerold Panas Scholarship
Imagine what could happen if budget never stood between you and world-class training. The Modern Institute for Charitable Giving (ModernICG) is proud to offer the Jerold Panas Scholarship, an opportunity for committed major gift fundraising professionals to attend our flagship, three-day Excellence in Major Gift Fundraising Seminar at no cost.
This scholarship isn’t just a ticket to a seminar. It’s a gateway to new relationships, new perspectives, and a new level of success in your major gift fundraising career.
Who Should Apply
Are you passionate about major gift fundraising and ready to make a bigger impact?
Whether you’re just starting out or already leading at a high level, this scholarship is for fundraisers who are:
Motivated to grow their skills and confidence
Dedicated to giving back and creating meaningful change
Excited to be part of a supportive, global community of peers
If that sounds like you, you belong in this program.
Honoring a Legacy of Impact
Since 1991, the Institute for Charitable Giving, founded by fundraising legends Jerold Panas and William Sturtevant, has helped thousands elevate their craft and deepen their understanding of philanthropy.
Today, ModernICG continues that mission by bringing the Institute’s timeless wisdom into a new era of accessibility, innovation, and inclusion.
The Jerold Panas Scholarship honors Jerold’s lifelong impact: his generosity, his belief in others, and his extraordinary ability to unlock potential. Through this scholarship, his legacy of transformation lives on in every new generation of fundraisers.
What Makes this Seminar Different
In a word? Relevance.
The Excellence in Major Gift Fundraising Seminar is built for today’s donor landscape, not the one from ten (or even five) years ago. You’ll experience a fully virtual, CFRE-accredited training that’s equal parts practical and inspiring.
Here’s what sets it apart:
Live, expert training from globally respected faculty
Virtual ParkBenching for one-on-one conversations with our expert faculty about your questions, your goals, your growth.
Interactive problem-solving RoundTables that connect you with peers around the world
Game-changing how-to sessions on donor psychology, engaging younger donors, and the responsible use of AI
Lifetime access to the Apex Community, our private network of alumni and fundraising leaders
It’s not another webinar. It’s a transformative experience designed to help you raise more money with confidence, clarity, and joy.
What “Modern” Really Means
When we say “ModernICG,” we mean more than just online learning.
We’re redefining what high-impact fundraising education looks like in a rapidly changing world. That means:
Making top-tier training accessible anywhere, without the travel barrier or costs
Blending time-tested best practices with emerging insights on technology, ethics, and donor engagement
Diving deep into topics that matter right now, like Modern Moves Management, Ethical AI in Fundraising, Modern Planned Giving, and The Art of the Ask
Our approach is fresh, forward-thinking, and built around real-world fundraising challenges. Every session is designed to stretch your thinking, strengthen your skills, and help you thrive.
How to Apply
Applications are open until [deadline].
Ready to take the next step in your major gift fundraising journey? Complete and submit your application below.
After the application period closes, our team at ModernICG will carefully review every submission. Scholarship recipients will be announced on January 16, 2026.
Seize this Opportunity
The Jerold Panas Scholarship isn’t just financial aid. It’s a spark. A chance to grow, to connect, and to carry forward the spirit of one of fundraising’s greatest teachers.
At ModernICG, our mission is rooted in accessibility, inspiration, and lasting change. Every passionate fundraiser deserves the opportunity to lead with excellence, and this could be yours.
Don’t wait. Apply today and begin your journey of transformation with ModernICG.