FUNDRAISING FORUM - on May 17
Space is still available for the Capital Campaign Forum on Thursday, May 17. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about future trends in capital campaigns at breakfast. Then, hear how two organizations achieved or exceeded their goals by capitalizing on their strengths…despite the fact that they didn't fit the text book model.
PARKING: Please note that parking at the hotel is limited and the street in front of the hotel is under improvements. They have provided a list of garages in the area. Driving directions are on the Hotel Palomar website.
METRO: just 1.5 blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Station

CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP - applications due May 18
Bridge Scholarships Available! Apply for a conference scholarship and have access to two full days of education, networking events, exhibits ($450 value per scholarship), and more. Apply now, the member and non-member application deadline is May 18, 2007.

BUSBOYS AND POETS - RSVP due May 18
The Association of Fundraising Professionals, Washington DC Metro Area Chapter and The Center for Black Philanthropy invite you to join us for an evening of
for an evening of CONVERSATION & CONNECTIONS AT BUSBOYS AND POETS.
Two of the leading organizations representing fundraising and philanthropy in the Washington, DC region come together for a special social event. Come network with colleagues who spend their days, like you, doing fundraising, marketing, direct mail, PR and publications. And hear about two exciting upcoming conferences that you don't want to miss. See more info on the invitation flyer.
RSVP: to info@afpdc.org by 5/18/07 with “RSVP for Busboys & Poets” in the subject line. Please include your contact information.

VOLUNTEER SURVEY - complete by May 21
To assist us in our efforts to enhance the AFP/DC volunteer experience, please take a few minutes to complete the following short survey at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?A=195021129E21458. All survey respondents who complete the survey and provide a name and email contact information will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Borders gift card -- just in time to pick up a little vacation reading! SURVEYS MUST BE COMPLETED NOT LATER THAN 5:00 P.M. Monday, May 21.
For help, please contact Mary Lou Swiscoski in the AFP/DC office at 202-547-0155. Thank you!

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS - on May 23
LOCATION: Chef Geoff's – 13th St. NW between E & F St's.
TIME: 5:15 – 7:30 p.m.
OPTIONAL RSVP: pframe@listservices.com
Come join your peers and colleagues as young development professionals from a wide variety of non-profits enjoy a drink and share their experiences. This is an informal gathering and a great way to network and collaborate with others in your field. Co-sponsored by the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (DMAW). Info on the meeting spot can be found at: http://www.chefgeoff.com.

ANNUAL MEMBER RECEPTION - registration due May 25
Please join us for an evening of networking, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and exciting door prizes.

• Tuesday, June 5, 2007
• 6:00-8:00 PM
• The Pavilion Room at The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
• 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20004
• Metro and directions at http://www.itcdc.com/index.php
• Register by May 25th. See more details on the flyer.

Exclusive Reception Sponsors: The Avalon Consulting Group and The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

ROUNDTABLE - note location change on May 29
TOPIC: Graduate Education in Nonprofit Management and Fundraising – Explore What's Out There!
SPEAKER: Gene Scanlan, eScanlan Company
LOCATION FOR MAY: Center for Nonprofit Advancement, 1666 K Street, NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC 20006
METRO: Farragut North on the Red Line, and Farragut West on the Blue and Orange Lines.
TIME: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
COST: Free – Open to AFP/DC members only
RSVP: to info@afpdc.org by May 24 with "RSVP for May Roundtable" in the subject line. Please include your contact information.