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Project Title: Enhancing HPEF's Donor Engagement Systems
Hoboken Public Education Foundation
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| Project Title | Enhancing HPEF's Donor Engagement Systems |
| Project Topics | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Corporate Social Responsibility Customer Service & Account Management Data Management Digital Marketing Information Technology (IT) Market Research Marketing Operations PR & Communications Sales & Business Development |
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The Hoboken Public Education Foundation (HPEF) excels in community engagement and educational support, successfully organizing fundraising campaigns that contribute to local schools. However, as a small but active nonprofit, HPEF faces a significant challenge: the fragmentation and inconsistent use of its donor engagement systems. Currently, the organization relies on two separate CRM platforms and supplements with Google Sheets, leading to inefficiencies in data management and communication. This disjointed approach not only complicates donor stewardship but also hinders fundraising success, as valuable insights and donor interactions may be lost between the two systems.The corporate partner for this project is Allison Strobel. Allison is a highly adaptable, detail oriented, and well-rounded public sector manager with experience in strategic planning, interagency collaboration, and social service program development and delivery.
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| Project Synopsis: Activities/Actions Required | Key activities for this project will include, but are not limited to:
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| Project Synopsis: Expected Results | The expected outcomes of this project include a comprehensive evaluation of HPEF's current donor engagement systems and a set of actionable recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and fundraising success.
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Project Timeline
Hoboken Public Education Foundation - Enhancing HPEF's Donor Engagement Systems
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Tue, 09/01/26
12:00 AM
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Academic Calendar
We’ve linked the Academic Calendar (below) to help you stay on track. It includes key dates such as university holidays, class schedules, deadlines, and other important academic milestones. Be sure to review it carefully so you’re aware of when your team meets, when assignments are due, and how your Capstone work fits into the broader semester. Staying organized starts here!
https://www.stevens.edu/office-of-the-registrar/academic-calendar |
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No deliverables are required for this action item.
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Guiding Questions:
We’ve linked the Academic Calendar (below) to help you stay on track. It includes key dates such as university holidays, class schedules, deadlines, and other important academic milestones. Be sure to review it carefully so you’re aware of when your team meets, when assignments are due, and how your Capstone work fits into the broader semester. Staying organized starts here!
https://www.stevens.edu/office-of-the-registrar/academic-calendar |
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Fri, 10/30/26
11:59 PM
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Fall 2026 Midterm Student Evaluation
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Required Evaluation
Evaluation submission is required.
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Fri, 10/30/26
11:59 PM
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Fall 2026 Midterm Presentations
Required Action Item
The Midterm Presentation is a key milestone in your Capstone experience. It gives your team the opportunity to showcase your progress, clarify your project goals, and gather valuable feedback from your faculty advisor and School of Business staff. This is your chance to demonstrate your understanding of the challenge, the approach you’re taking, and any early insights you've uncovered. Clear communication and thoughtful analysis at this stage will help ensure a strong finish to your project in the second half of the semester. Treat it as both a checkpoint and a strategic opportunity to refine your work moving forward! Kate Marsden will coordinate with team leads to schedule midterm presentations.
Team Leads: Please upload a copy of your team’s Midterm Presentation here. This submission helps us keep track of progress and ensure faculty and industry partners have access to your work.
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Deliverable submission is required.
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Guiding Questions:
The Midterm Presentation is a key milestone in your Capstone experience. It gives your team the opportunity to showcase your progress, clarify your project goals, and gather valuable feedback from your faculty advisor and School of Business staff. This is your chance to demonstrate your understanding of the challenge, the approach you’re taking, and any early insights you've uncovered. Clear communication and thoughtful analysis at this stage will help ensure a strong finish to your project in the second half of the semester. Treat it as both a checkpoint and a strategic opportunity to refine your work moving forward! Kate Marsden will coordinate with team leads to schedule midterm presentations.
Team Leads: Please upload a copy of your team’s Midterm Presentation here. This submission helps us keep track of progress and ensure faculty and industry partners have access to your work.
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Wed, 12/23/26
11:59 PM
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Fall 2026 Final Student Self Reflection
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Required Evaluation
Evaluation submission is required.
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Wed, 12/23/26
11:59 PM
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Fall 2026 Final Presentations
Required Action Item
The Final Presentation is the culmination of your semester-long work and a chance to demonstrate the impact of your project. This is where your team presents your findings, recommendations, and overall contributions to your industry sponsor and faculty advisor. It’s not just about what you accomplished—it’s about how you approached the problem, collaborated as a team, and applied your skills to deliver meaningful outcomes. Think of it as your professional showcase: a polished, confident presentation that reflects your effort, growth, and real-world readiness. Take pride in what you've built and finish strong! Kate Marsden will coordinate with team leads to schedule the final presentations.
Team Leads: Please upload a copy of your team’s Final Presentation here. This submission helps us keep track of progress and ensure faculty and industry partners have access to your work.
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Required Deliverable
Deliverable submission is required.
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Guiding Questions:
The Final Presentation is the culmination of your semester-long work and a chance to demonstrate the impact of your project. This is where your team presents your findings, recommendations, and overall contributions to your industry sponsor and faculty advisor. It’s not just about what you accomplished—it’s about how you approached the problem, collaborated as a team, and applied your skills to deliver meaningful outcomes. Think of it as your professional showcase: a polished, confident presentation that reflects your effort, growth, and real-world readiness. Take pride in what you've built and finish strong! Kate Marsden will coordinate with team leads to schedule the final presentations.
Team Leads: Please upload a copy of your team’s Final Presentation here. This submission helps us keep track of progress and ensure faculty and industry partners have access to your work.
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Teams
| Team Name | Project Name | Team Members |
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| Hoboken Public Education Foundation | Enhancing HPEF's Donor Engagement Systems |