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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Dear AFP/DC Members:
As fundraising professionals, AFP/DC members practice what we preach! I’m writing to celebrate recent gifts to the AFP Foundation and to announce our Chapter’s new Leadership Partner.
Every Member Campaign
AFP/DC has won two awards given by the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy that will be presented at the International Conference in San Diego later this month:
1. 2007 Highest Annual Fund Giving
2. 2007 Every Member Campaign total giving
The Every Member Campaign supports activities undertaken by the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy, the fundraising arm of our parent organization, AFP International. 100% of AFP/DC’s Chapter board members contributed to the campaign in 2007. We were joined by many other members of the Chapter who made generous contributions. Collectively, we gave over $27,000! $7,500 of our contributions will return to AFP/DC to support year-round programming and outreach activities right here in the metropolitan Washington area.
(Curtis Deane, AFP Foundation and Grace Hong)
To give to the 2008 Every Member Campaign, go to www.afpnet.org and click on “Make a Gift” under the QuickLinks on the right of the home page. Your support will help fund cutting edge research, scholarships and educational programs throughout the world.
AFP/DC’s New Leadership Partner
I am delighted to announce that AFP/DC has a new Leadership Partner, Development Resources inc (DRi), www.driconsulting.com. DRi has made a $10,000 commitment to the Chapter that will support the 2008 Bridge Conference, National Capital Philanthropy Day 2008 and our reception at the AFP International’s conference in San Diego.
DRi’s Chief Operating Officer, Nancy Racette, CFRE, is AFP/DC’s Treasurer and a generous donor to the Every Member Campaign. She exemplifies the best of our profession – ethical and effective fundraiser, dedicated volunteer leader and generous financial donor to both the Chapter and the international organization. On behalf of AFP/DC’s Board of Directors, thank you, Nancy!
For more information about the Every Member Campaign or sponsorship opportunities, please contact President-Elect Nancy Withbroe, nwithbroe@cdrfg.com.
Friends of Diversity Designation
I just received news from AFP International that the AFP DC Chapter will receive the 2007 Friends of Diversity Designation. The Friends of Diversity designation indicates that our chapter serves as a model for all chapters in accomplishing diversity related goals set forth by AFP and our chapter leadership. I want to especially thank Val Broadie for her leadership and efforts as VP for Diversity for our chapter, along with the Diversity Committee.
AFP/DC reception at the AFP International Conference on Fundraising in San Diego
Please join members of the DC and Greater New York AFP Chapters for a reception (sponsored by DRi) during the 45th International Conference on Fundraising in San Diego on Saturday, March 29th at 6pm at The Bitter End, 770 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA. Please rsvp to info@afpdc.org or call AFP/DC at 202-547-0155. To view event flyer, click here.
Sincerely,
Grace Hong
President 2007-2008
Save the date - 2008
ADVANCED EXECUTIVES PROGRAM – March 14 (PLEASE NOTE THE 8:00 AM START TIME)
SPEAKER: Pablo Eisenberg, founder of the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy and currently a senior fellow at Georgetown University's Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership, will join AFP/DC's senior professionals to share his views on a range of timely topics. Mr. Eisenberg is known as a leading scholar and advocate for greater accountability and commitment by philanthropy in the United States to the poor, people of color and social justice issues. His presentation is guaranteed to be thought provoking and informative.
LOCATION: Merrill Lynch, 1850 K Street, NW, 12th Floor, Washington,
DC 20006
When: Friday, March 14, 2008
TIME: 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
For more information and to register, click here.
The Advanced Executives Breakfast Forums are sponsored by Campbell & Company.
ROUNDTABLE PROGRAM - March 25
“Double Ask or Double Trouble?”
This program will focus on how to work through potential conflicts or confusion when an organization is trying to secure both annual fund contributions as well as capital campaign gifts. Discussions will address such tactics as the “double ask” and how to educate volunteers, board, staff and prospects on how to distinguish the impact various gifts can have on the organization.
Presenters:
Steve Titlebaum, Associate Director of Major and Planned Gifts, Gallaudet University
Ed Zakreski, Chief Development Officer, The Shakespeare Theatre
Moderated by:
Michelle Keegan, Director of Development, Ford’s Theatre
Nan McConnell, President, The McConnell Consulting Group
Roundtables are free, but open to MEMBERS only.
RSVP: send email to info@afpdc.org with the subject line of "RSVP for Roundtable" and include your full contact information.
The Roundtables are sponsored by Professionals for Nonprofits, Inc.
NY AND DC CHAPTERS HOST COCKTAIL HOUR IN SAN DIEGO – March 29
Please join members of the Washington DC Metro Area Chapter and Greater New York Chapter of AFP for drinks and light hors d'oeuvres and an opportunity to network during the International Conference on Fundraising in San Diego.
We will gather at the VIP Lounge of The Bitter End on Saturday, March 29th at 6:00 pm. The bar will be hosted by the board of directors of the Washington DC Metro Area and Greater New York Chapters. Thank you to DRi for sponsoring this event on behalf of our chapter. View event flyer.
LOCATION: The Bitter End, 770 Fifth Avenue, 619-338-9300
WHEN: Saturday, March 29, 2008
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
RSVP: send email to info@afpdc.org with the subject line of "RSVP NY/DC" and include your full contact information.
FUNDRAISING FORUM – April
“Management and Leadership Skills for Fundraising Professionals”
Part One of AFP/DC’s three-part Forum series-Integrating Fundraising in Your Organization’s Ongoing Life and Culture
This morning-long program will help fundraising professionals enhance their leadership and team building skills. The session will provide participants with perspectives on HR best practices, as well as offer an opportunity to explore how to build effective relationships with colleagues. The program will provide participants with useful tips that will help them in their regular work as well as with valuable background that will serve them throughout their professional development.
Future Programs: APRIL ROUNDTABLE – LEGAL ISSUES FACING NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS,
MAY FUNDRAISING FORUM – FUNDRAISING BOOT CAMP FOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS
For up-to-date and detailed information on upcoming AFP/DC program, visit www.afpdc.org.
2008 BRIDGE CONFERENCE - July 23 -25, 2008 - Hilton Washington
The Bridge is back and better than ever!
www.BridgeConf.org
Registration is now open for the 3rd Annual Bridge Conference, at the Hilton Washington from July 23-25, 2008. By attending this conference you grow your understanding of fundraising and marketing AND have the opportunity to network with the who’s who of fundraising professionals. Co-hosted by AFP/DC and the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (DMAW) Bridge Conference cannot be missed. The educational tracks will be exceptional and are sure to inspire. Some of them include: Keep Your Donors: Building Relationships, The Copy Clinic: How to Write Successful Fundraising Letters, Crafting a Message to Win More Supporters for Your Cause, 21st Century Giving - Philanthropy in the Flat World and much, much more!
Do not delay! Register today by visiting www.bridgeconf.org
We hope to see you in July!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
SERVE YOUR CHAPTER! - Call for Board Nominations due March 24
AFP/DC is looking to fill a few positions on our Board of Directors at this time. You are welcome to nominate yourself or another person you think would make a valuable contribution to our fundraising community. Please keep in mind that AFP/DC has a very active board and needs people with talent and time. Board leadership is critical to the excellence, growth and success of our chapter and our profession. Click here for a copy of the nomination form. The deadline for submission of a nomination is March 24, 2008 and must include the nominee's resume.
AFP INTERNATIONAL'S MAGAZINE
Don't have time to read Advancing Philanthropy at work?
Have it delivered to your home and read it at your leisure. It's easy – update your member record online at www.afpnet.org, click on “address change” in the right-hand column, add your home address, and indicate your address use preferences.
CAREER CENTER
Take a look at the many positions listed at http://careers.afpdc.org/search/results/. You don't need a password, just click on "view all jobs" at http://careers.afpdc.org/search.cfm.
Remember you can post your resume for free at http://careers.afpdc.org/apply/advertise.cfm. You have the option for the resume to be confidential.
Post a job for only $175 for 30 days and get access to the resumes in the job bank. Find out more at http://careers.afpdc.org/post.cfm.
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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
The Center for Nonprofit Advancement's Learning and Leadership Institute – many seminars throughout February and March 2008.
The Foundation Center is hosting several grantseeker training courses for nonprofit professionals in Washington DC including several other courses over the next few months.
Nonprofit Fundraising Conference sponsored by Volunteer Fairfax and Booz Allen Hamilton. Join other nonprofit executives and development staff to share best practices and lessons learned in fundraising, with discussions led by expert practitioners. March 6, 2008.
The 2008 Nonprofit Technology Conference, Building Community: Connections Around the Globe and Around the Corner, will take place March 19-21, in New Orleans. More than 1,000 people will come together at the Sheraton New Orleans for the Nonprofit Technology Conference to connect with colleagues, learn about the issues, share their knowledge with others, and, of course, have fun.
AFP/DC and DMAW members may register at the discounted member rate of $349:
1. Go to http://nten.org/ntc-register
2. Log in or create and account to get to the registration page
3. Select "DMAW" in the "How did you Hear?" field
4. The page will refresh and display the $349 rate
AFP International Fundraising Conference - March 30-April 2, 2008 - San Diego, CA.
16th Annual Planned Giving Days – 2008 "Take the Mystery Out of Gift Planning"
Hosted by the National Capital Gift Planning Council, this year’s conference will be held on Thursday and Friday, May 22 and 23, 2008 at the Key Bridge Marriott Hotel in Arlington, VA. With four speaker tracks and Friday morning Roundtables, the conference is sure to have something for everyone!
For registration and details, go to www.ncgpc.org or contact: Renee S. Taylor at smithtaylorr@aol.com.
