Educational Programs

AFP/DC is pleased to offer a robust schedule of educational opportunities — something for every skill level! Consult the Calendar of Events as well as the monthly E-Bag newsletter for more details and reservations.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
AFP/DC offers educational programs each month. Programs are either held as a luncheon or as a morning-long program called the Fundraising Forum.

Luncheons
Typically monthly luncheons incorporate networking time with speakers presenting on specific topics. Topics are designed to both educate and discuss trends in philanthropy. CFRE credits are usually available for participation. Both members and non-members welcome.
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Fundraising Forum
In-depth, half-day educational programming designed to enable fundraisers to advance their knowledge and skills systematically following AFP International Curriculum Framework. Programs start with a networking breakfast.
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon
Location: TBD
Frequency: Every month except August and the month of the AFP International Conference.

ROUNDTABLES
Sessions typically are directed at all educational levels. Participants gather to hear a presentation. The intimate format (with a maximum of 40 participants) allows for in-depth questions, interactions, and networking. CFRE credits available for participation.
Roundtables are open only to AFP/DC members.
Location: Voices for Children, 1000 Vermont Ave NW # 700, Washington, DC 20005, (202) 289-0777
Time: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Frequency: Monthly, typically on the last Tuesday.

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

Advanced Executives Program
Join your fellow seasoned professionals for sessions designed specifically for advanced executives with a minimum of 10 years' full-time experience in fundraising. CFRE credits available for participation. AFP Members only.

Location: Merrill Lynch, 1850 K Street, NW, 12th Floor.
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Frequency: Approximately 3-4 programs per year

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Each year, AFP/DC presents an annual education conference. In 2006, AFP/DC joined forces with the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (DMAW) to present the Bridge to Integrated Marketing and Fundraising conference. The two organizations will offer the Bridge Conference again in 2008. For more information, visit www.bridgeconf.org.