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Tamisha

Keith

tamisha.keith@duke.edu

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Duke University

Associate Director of Gift Planning

Tamisha Keith, J.D., CAP® is an experienced development professional with over ten years of experience in program management, fundraising, community engagement, and strategic planning in the non-profit sector. As the Associate Director of Gift Planning at Duke University, she works closely with alumni and friends of Duke University to explore planned giving in creative and tax efficient ways to support Duke. Prior to working for Duke University, Tamisha served as the Director of Gift Planning at North Carolina A&T State University where she was responsible for building and managing a comprehensive planned giving program for long-term revenue growth. Tamisha is also responsible for developing a robust stewardship plan for legacy donors while educating Major Gift Officers on planned giving vehicles to increase their donor engagement and dollars raised. Prior to working for North Carolina A&T State University, she served as the Donor Relations Officer for The Winston-Salem Foundation, a community foundation with more than $600 million dollars in assets. Tamisha managed a portfolio of 1250 Foundation donors for cultivation and stewardship and maintained knowledge of trends and legislation that impacted philanthropy. In February 2019, Tamisha wrote “Planned Giving in the African American Community,” which was published in the INS Group Playbook and later published in Planned Giving Today in May of 2023. Tamisha is involved with various professional associations and serves as Past President of the Board of Directors for The North Carolina Council of Charitable Gift Planners and on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners. She also serves on various committees such as The Winston-Salem Transit Authority Trans-Aid Appeals Committee and the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Professional Advisory Committee. Tamisha earned her law degree from Indiana University School of Law, and she is a graduate of Florida A&M University, where she majored in Political Science. She also received the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy designation in November of 2022.

Durham

NC

CGP Board

Marketing/Cultivation, Case Studies, Administration

Debunking Myths and Unlocking the Potential of Planned Giving

This interactive session aims to empower planned giving professionals to effectively communicate the value of planned giving, dispel misconceptions, and inspire action among donors, ultimately enhancing the impact of giving to charitable organizations.

Leaving a Legacy for Others to Follow: The Case for Planned Giving in the African American Community

This engaging session explores the vital role of planned giving in building lasting legacies within the African American community. Participants will gain insights into how strategic philanthropy can empower families, support future generations, and strengthen institutions that serve the community. By highlighting cultural values, historical context, and financial tools, this presentation makes the case for why planned giving isn't just about wealth—it's about purpose, impact, and passing on a vision for others to follow.