
The 25th Anniversary of 9/11: Turning Remembrance into Meaningful Action
“On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, our team remembered the events of that day, honored those we lost, recognized the sacrifices made since and renewed our
The development team at Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services is leveraging our learning and analysis of the previous years to refine our fundraising strategy.
As part of our 3-year strategic growth plan, Dixon Center’s fundraising strategy for 2026 will be to diversify resources, deepen our major donor engagement, and solely invest our time in relationship development with funders aligned with our mission.
We will allocate resources to our four priority funder segments and propose solutions based on the impact and outcomes they seek:
Additionally, we will leverage the networks and connections of our Command Council and current donors in our engagement with prospects. We will also invest in useful tools that enhance our relationship building and the procurement of new sources of revenue.

“On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, our team remembered the events of that day, honored those we lost, recognized the sacrifices made since and renewed our

“Labor Day reminds us that work with purpose creates dignity, opportunity, and stronger communities, and the Center is proud to work alongside organized labor to

“Making connections at conferences and leading convenings are intrinsic to how the Center works—bringing people, ideas, and resources together to expand opportunities for veterans and

“Build a strong digital presence, utilizing social media to foster relationships and expand visibility.” – Outreach & Awareness: Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services: Three-Year Business