John Blanton is Associate Director, Community & Group Fundraising for Shriners Children’s. He leads strategies that support volunteer-led fundraising programs and third-party events, with a focus on expanding brand awareness, cultivating donors, and driving program growth. He also serves on the team supporting Shriners International fundraising activities that benefit Shriners Children’s, providing resources, processes, and strategic guidance for more than 215 temple-led events that raise over $6.5 million annually for the healthcare system.