DYNAMIC PRESENTERS WANTED!
The second Bridge Conference in July 2007 was a great success, with an amazing array of speakers and educational sessions, approximately 100 exhibitors and 1,400 attendees. Plans are now underway for the 2008 conference, which will take place July 23-25, 2008 at the Hilton Washington, Downtown, Washington D.C. The educational teams are starting now to recruit speakers and panels.

The conference will again be co-hosted by AFP/DC and the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (DMAW). Sessions will support the educational missions unique to and shared by each group.

If you would like to present a session, please complete the Speakers Proposal Form online. All potential speakers who submit a proposal will be notified of the committee's decision early in 2008.

NOVEMBER 29 YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKING - last one for 2007
TIME: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Science Club at 1136 19th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036
METRO: Farragut West Metro (Orange and Blue Lines), and Farragut North Metro or Dupont Circle Metro (Red Line)
Optional RSVP: to pframe@listservices.com
WIZARD TICKETS: Vertis has a number of Washington Wizards tickets that they can't use during the month of December and they are offering these Club Level seats (typically $100) to our members for $25 a piece. If you are an NBA fan, or just want to try out a game, look for Lauren Rudderow at this Thursday's networking night. She'll have the tickets with her for purchase tomorrow.

NEW MEMBER DISCOUNT COUPON - expires November 30
In honor of National Philanthropy Day®, AFP International is offering a $25.00 discount to new members joining in the Active category by November 30, 2007.
Fill out the membership invitation as usual, but deduct $25.00 from the total and
include the coupon with your payment.*
*Coupon must be included with payment
One coupon per new member. Expires November 30, 2007
Questions, call the AFP Membership Department at (800)666-3863.

DECEMBER 13 LUNCHEON - register by noon on December 7
Each year we show that we know how to give as well as ask by choosing a local non-profit to support at our holiday gathering. At this year's Holiday Luncheon we will be supporting Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington , a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people who are homeless or in need to help themselves. The agency's Next Step self-sufficiency approach allows participants to set life improvement goals for themselves and Samaritan Ministry is there to help them reach those goals. The agency's services include housing and employment counseling, coaching, and much more. Samaritan Ministry's services are offered without charge and there is no religious requirement for program participation.

Here are three ways AFP/DC members can help out at this year's Holiday Luncheon:

1. Make an unrestricted gift of any amount with cash or a check made out to "Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington".
2. Donate food gift cards ($10 or $20 denominations, please) from local grocery store chains such as Giant or Safeway.
3. Donate the gift of warmth by bringing hats and gloves for men, women as well as young people. (Some of Samaritan Ministry's Next Step clients are caring for young children.)

AFP/DC is also pleased that Samaritan Ministry's Director of Development, Diane Aten, will be serving as the co-chair of the 2008 Bridge to Integrated Marketing and Fundraising Conference. Thanks, Diane, for the gift of your time and leadership!

To register for the December 13 Luncheon at The Army and Navy Club, please fax back the registration form by noon on Friday, December 7.