UPCOMING EDUCATION PROGRAMS

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

LOCATION: Voices for America's Children,1000 Vermont Avenue, NW, 7th Floor, Washington, DC 20005 (McPherson Square Metro)
WHEN: Thursday, March 25, 2008
TIME: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

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.

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.

CFRE STUDY GROUP – April 3
Are you looking for a CFRE Study Group? Look no further; the AFP/DC 2008 CFRE Study Group will hold its first meeting on April 3, 2008! To RSVP and ask any questions, contact Teri Blandon, CFRE at tblandon@weta.com or (703) 998-2744.  

LOCATION: DC Primary Care Association Conference Room, at 1411 K Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC
WHEN: Thursday, April 3, 2008
TIME: 6:30pm - 8:00pm 

Save the date – 2008
THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKING EVENT – March 26
Join AFP/DC and DMAW Young Professionals for our Monthly Happy Hour at Buffalo Billards!

Click here to view the event flyer.

LOCATION: : Buffalo Billards, 1330 19th Street NW, Washington, DC
WHEN: Wednesday, March 26, 2008
TIME: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
 
You do NOT need to be a member of DMAW or AFP/DC to attend.  The Young Professionals Happy Hour will be held on the last Wednesday of every month.

RSVP is optional and can be sent to Jenna Silverstein: jenna@responseworld.com

If your company is interested in sponsoring the next Young Professionals Networking Happy Hour, please contact jenna@responseworld.com for sponsorship details. 

FUNDRAISING FORUM – April 17
“Leadership Skills for Fundraising Professionals”
A Networking Breakfast

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. 

LOCATION: L'Enfant Plaza Hotel, 480 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20024, 202-484-1000
WHEN: Thursday, April 17, 2008
TIME: 8:00 am – 11:00 am

To Register, click here.

View event flyer for more details.

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 3^rd 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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SERVE YOUR CHAPTER! - Call for Board Nominations due March 24
It’s not too late, AFP/DC is still looking to fill a few positions on our Board of Directors. 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.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

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.