Bio
Sam loves to connect people! As an award-winning radio broadcaster and professional fundraiser Sam works closely with the community to give a voice to new ideas, tough topics, and philanthropy.
Sam’s extensive experience, for over three decades, in media, fundraising and municipal politics has created an impressive network of community and business leaders.
Over a 34-year period Ms. Laprade has raised money for important charities in her community such as: The Ottawa Hospital Foundation, the Ottawa Humane Society, and the Ottawa Mission Foundation. She is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).
Through Gryphon Fundraising, Sam has been supporting fellow fundraisers since 2009 with their donor analytics. Sharing the value of data-driven strategy and strong stewardship, Sam has helped thousands of organizations. Ms. Laprade and her Gryphon Fundraising business partner, Laird Eddy, enjoy helping local, national and international clients.
Combining her love of philanthropy and talents as a broadcaster, Sam created and hosts of “An Hour to Give” on Rogers tv Ottawa and Country 101.1. This television and radio show, in its sixth season, highlights non-profit organizations and philanthropy. As a TV and Radio Host, Sam has conducted over 13,000 interviews on a range of important topics.
Ms. Laprade writes a monthly column for the Ottawa Business Journal entitled “Philanthropy in Ottawa”.
Sam is an engaging, inspiring international speaker who takes audiences on a journey during her presentations. From emotional issues to stand-up comedy, she leaves them on their feet cheering.
Oops, I Succeeded Again: Top Ten Successes and Mistakes
Take a tour through a 34-year fundraising career to learn about the successes in direct mail, major gift fundraising, legacy giving, board relations and stewardship. You will also learn about the blunders, mishaps and missteps that were also part of the journey. You will walk away with insight into the strategies that raise more money and engage more donors. The mistakes will be shared too in hopes that you can avoid them in your fundraising adventures.
