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E-BAG JUNE 2007 E-Bag Sponsored by
Dear AFP/DC Members: Greetings friends and colleagues! It seems like only months ago I was greeting you as your new chapter president. Now I am here to say "farewell" and let you know that it has been an honor and a privilege to serve you and the chapter over the past 12 months. I am incredibly grateful to the hardworking board of directors and other volunteers who have worked by my side throughout this past year. We have accomplished some remarkable things, including: the inaugural Bridge to Integrated Marketing and Fundraising Conference, Fifth Annual National Capital Philanthropy Day, Ten Star Award from AFP International, outstanding educational and member networking events, a beautiful four-color newsletter capturing many of our events, and a diversity committee that is re-energized and engaged in our regional philanthropic community. I think we have a lot to be proud of as members of such a vibrant chapter of this association. And I am so thrilled to be welcoming Grace Hong as the new president of the chapter. She brings an incredible set of skills to this job and has volunteered in almost every aspect of the chapter since 1998. Not to mention her wonderful sense of humor and genuine kindness to others make her a wonderful person to lead the chapter in the coming year. I hope you will join me in supporting her in her new role. FUNDRAISING A TOP CAREER CHOICE: The May/June issue of Advancing Philanthropy Magazine highlighted a report from U.S. News & World Report from March 19, 2007 ("The Best Job for You") that including fundraising among the 10 hot careers right now. The magazine identified 10 professions "that will be in growing demand as baby boomers age, the Internet become ubiquitous, and Americans seek richer, simpler lives." To read more about the 25 careers listed in the issue, visit www.usnews.com/careers . VOLUNTEER OR VISIT YOUR IN-LAWS?: This headline caught my attention when the AFP eWire popped into my Inbox on May 21st: Americans Would Rather Visit In-Laws Than Volunteer. The story lead was that "more Americans would rather visit their in-laws than volunteer for a charitable organization, according to a new survey sponsored by Ronald McDonald House Charities." "While Americans overwhelmingly (93 percent) believe that it is important to promote volunteerism, especially among youth, less than half (45 percent) currently contribute their time to a charitable organization. In addition, more than half (51 percent) said they'd rather spend their free time reading, watching television or visiting the in-laws than volunteering for charity. While I know there's at least one good in-law joke in here, the AFP/DC Chapter has formed a volunteer Task Force and is currently examining the way in which we recruit, strengthen, and recognize our chapter volunteers. And based on our own survey, we had very different results. We found that out of more than 100 respondents,
If you're interested in joining the Task Force or providing feedback, please contact me directly at president@afpdc.org. THANK YOU again for the honor of working with all of you this past year. I look forward to seeing you at an upcoming program or networking event very soon! All the best to each of you,
Jeff
Kost ELECTION SLATE for 2007-2008 - Vote by June 15 Once again, our 2007-2008 AFP/DC board elections will take place via on-line balloting during the first two weeks of June. Remember April 30 was the deadline to be a member in good standing which means you are current with your dues. To check on your status call AFP International at 703-684-0410 and ask for the membership department. The ballot and biographies are available on Votenet. Eligible AFP/DC members were emailed directions on June 4 to access the online voting which must be completed by June 15, 2007. You may vote for each candidate listed on the ballot. You may abstain from voting for a specific candidate. You have the option of writing-in the name of a candidate whose name does not appear on the ballot. BRIDGE CONFERENCE 2007: What comes to mind when you hear names like Tony Elischer, Kay Sprinkel Grace, or Bernard Ross? Having the chance to spend all day in a room with one of these experts would impact your work. If you register for the pre-conference workshops at the upcoming Bridge Conference in July, you can learn from one of these fundraising experts in an intensive, six hour workshop! For just $99 above the registration fee learn how to develop compelling words and approaches to making the perfect ask, discover new approaches for balancing the needs of existing and new donors, and learn cutting-edge financial strategies to get the most out of your efforts. You can also attend just a workshop, for $199, if you are unable to attend the rest of the Bridge Conference. Space is limited for these one-of-a-kind classes. Click here (http://www.bridgeconf.org/agenda/pre-conference-workshops/ ) to reserve your spot today! Scholarship winners announced! AFP/DC has awarded nine full two-day scholarships to members and non-members, making this year's conference accessible to more professionals! This year's recipients are listed below in alphabetical order by category: AFP/DC Members: Nonmembers: Congratulations to the scholarship recipients. Educational Sponsors bring new educational opportunities for members . This year's Bridge Conference features "educational sponsors" with similar missions to AFP/DC and DMAW. The Resource Alliance and NTEN will showcase some of their best programming during Bridge breakout sessions and will be bringing expert faculty to our educational sessions.
What are you waiting for? Access to 90 cutting edge educational opportunities. The chance to network with more than 1,000 industry colleagues. Exposure to industry experts. Where can you find these benefits, and more? AFP/DC members can now register for the Bridge Conference 2007 by visiting www.bridgeconf.org. AFP/dc This month ANNUAL MEMBER RECEPTION –
June 5th BRIDGE CONFERENCE EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION – Extended to June 8 LUNCHEON PROGRAM – June 14 – registration due June 8 June 14th – Luncheon – "Keeping Your Donors, Board Members and Prospects Engaged While There's a Presidential Election Going On" This program will focus on the unique conversation we as fundraising professionals can have around the issue of major "distractions" such as a presidential campaign. What is our responsibility, and how do we equip ourselves, to keep our donors, prospects, members and boards' "eye on the ball" while all of this money is being raised by the various candidates. Speaker: Beth Grupp, Beth Grupp Associates, a fundraising, strategic planning, and consulting firm. She has been raising money and serving as an organizational expert for over two decades. Her clients have included the Calvert Investments Foundation, Reading Is Fundamental, Greenpeace, American Friends Service Committee, and the Steven and Jean Case Foundation. She has run the Finance Academy for the DNC and has created fundraising curriculum for such organizations as the American Hospital Association, the Public Education Network, and the Women's Campaign School at Yale University . Over the years she has trained literally hundreds of people at all levels of skill and experience both nationally and internationally. LOCATION: The Army and Navy Club TIME: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration and Networking; 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch; and 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Presentation COST: $40 members/ $50 nonmembers / [There is a $15 fee for late or on-site registrations.] REGISTER: ROUNDTABLE PROGRAM – June 26th "Solicitation Pitch Practice – Putting Your Best Phrase Forward" Don't let the Nationals and Orioles starters have all the fun! Come and practice your best pitching skills at this summer's special Roundtable! This program will offer a very special opportunity for AFP /DC members and their guests to hone their solicitation skills by discussing and practicing the most effective ways to make that all-important ask. Participants will be able to learn from experts who have been successfully asking for major gifts throughout their careers. To make it even more convenient for members and prospective members to attend this informative, interactive session, this program will be offered in DC, Maryland and Virginia . So take advantage of this chance to invite a colleague to a program that's normally only open to AFP /DC members. Washington, DC
Arlington, VA
Silver Spring, MD
COST: Free – Open to AFP /DC members and one guest; please identify your guest and the site you plan on attending when you register. Registration is limited. RSVP: to info@afpdc.org with the subject line of "RSVP for Roundtable in XX" where "XX" means "DC", "VA", or "MD". Please include your full contact information so we can send you updates.
save the date Plan to spend a little of your summer with AFP/DC! In addition to the Bridge Conference, AFP/DC will offer roundtable and luncheon programs in July and August. So mark your calendars now! July 31st – Roundtable - Summer Reading – Book Group August 16th – Luncheon – Planning a Successful Site Visit August 28th – Roundtable – First Fundraiser Clinic November 1 - National Capital Philanthropy Day - At the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC announcements
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