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AUDIOCONFERENCE on August 9 (Registration due August 8)
TOPIC: “Avoiding Ethical Nightmares!”
Ethics cannot be ignored - it has real implications for your bottom line. Learn how the AFP Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice can be a vital tool to advance your organization.
PRESENTER: Barbara Levy, ACFRE, veteran fundraiser and author, will examine ethical issues fundraisers encounter on a daily basis and address common questions and misconceptions.
LOCATION: Voices for America's Children, 1000 Vermont Avenue, NW, 7th Floor, Washington, DC 20005 (at Vermont and K Street)
NOTE: Due to security at the host location, walk-in registrations are limited.
METRO: 1 block from McPherson Square on the orange/blue lines; 3 blocks from Farragut North on the red line
TIME: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
COST: $15 members/ $25 nonmembers / [There is a $15 fee for late or on-site registrations.]
REGISTER: Fax registration form to 202-547-6348 by noon on 8/8/07.

LUNCHEON PROGRAM on August 16 (Registration due August 10)
TOPIC:
“Planning for a successful site visit - Get out the good china; company's comin' over!”
This program will address the important steps you can take to ensure your organization is ready for its next site visit. Whether it's a representative from a corporation, a foundation or an interested individual, this is your organization's opportunity to shine and to get your key messages across. What should you have prepared for your visitors? How many staff members should they meet? How long should they stay? Who leads the tour? Do you invite board members to participate? Come and hear from a panel of experts and professionals with experience in making this happen for their organizations.
PANELISTS:
- Robin Lewis Development Manager, The SEED School of Washington, D.C.
- Teri Blandon Manager, Foundation & Government Development, WETA TV/FM
- Judith Cyphers Director of Grants, Hattie M. Strong Foundation
This program is being presented in cooperation with the National Capital Area Chapter of the American Association of Grant Professionals.
LOCATION: The Army and Navy Club, 901 17th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006 (at 17th and K Street)
METRO:
1 block from Farragut North on the red line; 1block from Farragut West on the orange/blue lines
TIME:
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
COST: $40 members/ $50 nonmembers / [There is a $15 fee for late or on-site registrations.]
REGISTER: Register online by noon on 8/10/07.

NCPD AWARD NOMINATIONS (Forms due August 10)
This year's National Capital Philanthropy Day will be celebrated on Thursday, November 1. Don't miss the many opportunities to be involved in this prestigious and very public event:

Use the Award Nomination Form to nominate those who reflect the highest spirit of philanthropic generosity and leadership to be recognized at the event. Nominations are being accepted through Friday, August 10, in any of the following categories:
• Outstanding Philanthropist
• Outstanding Fundraising Volunteer
• Outstanding Corporate Partner
• Outstanding Foundation Partner
• Outstanding Fundraising Professional

 


Association of Fundraising Professionals / Washington DC Metro Area Chapter
204 E Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
PH: 202.547.0155
FAX: 202.547.6348