Valerio Melandri

I brought Fundraising to Italy, I teach it at the University of Bologna's Fundraising Master's program, and I've authored numerous books on the subject.

I am the founder of the Fundraising Festival, the largest event in the European community dedicated to Fundraising and Sustainability.

My true passion is fundraising as a vehicle for change. I am convinced that fundraising isn't just about asking for donations, but creating meaningful relationships with donors, sharing emotions and contributing to a more sustainable future for all. My goal is to make fundraising improve everyone's life by making the world a better place.