Jerold Panas (1928–2018) was a premier authority in the field of fundraising and financial resource development. As the founding partner of Jerold Panas, Linzy & Partners and co-founder of the Institute for Charitable Giving, he advised over 3,900 institutions throughout his career. Panas authored several seminal works, including the best-seller “Asking.” His significant impact on the profession earned him numerous accolades, including the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to philanthropy.
