The Woodmark Group

Two surveys are generally performed. The annual benchmarking survey,now in its 28th year, measures year-end results on each of the 27 hospitals' fund-raising programs. Data is analyzed to improve program performance. The annual total compensation survey has been completed for 21 years. the survey posts current total compensation metrics for 29 positions within each of the 27 hospitals' fund-raising staffs. This data helps executives recruit and retain talent and create a relevant source of data for independent comparisons when establishing total compensation packages.

The Gift-Planning Initiative advances best practice in the area of requesting and soliciting complex, philanthropic gifts comprised of cash and other assets.