Events for March 12, 2025 - January 15, 2025

Doing More with Your Giving Day(s)

AB Tech Ivy Building 10 Genevieve Circle, Asheville, NC, United States

August Professional Development | Doing More with Your Giving Day(s) Giving days are a national trend, from Giving Tuesday to organizational anniversary dates—but have we reached peak giving days? Western Carolina University has bucked national trends for Giving Tuesday and has also just successfully completed the second annual One Day for Western, an all-in giving day focused on different university priorities. This session will present ideas to help you rethink your approach to running a giving day campaign at your organization. Catered lunch can be included with your registration fee. Vegetarian and Gluten Free options will be [...]

$20 – $35

September Crafted Conversations

September Social Event Crafted Conversations: Bright IDEAs Join your colleagues at White Labs Kitchen & Tap for networking and rich discussion at September's Crafted Conversation. This month we are diving into all things IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access). What inclusive practices are you proud of as a fundraiser? How do your fundraising campaigns support access for people living with disabilities? Why is diversity and equity essential to forwarding your mission? Let's discuss! Registration includes a drink ticket and the chance to win raffle prizes, including self-care items from C&Co.® Handcrafted Skincare! NA options will be available. This event [...]

$10 – $15

How You Can Put More ‘Zing’ Into Your Recurring Donor Program

AB Tech Ivy Building 10 Genevieve Circle, Asheville, NC, United States

October Professional Development | How You Can Put More ‘Zing’ Into Your Recurring Donor Program This event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for 2025. In challenging times, monthly donors are true lifesavers. They keep the lights on. They keep your mission going, no matter what happens in the world.  Erica Waasdorp (who wrote two books and lots of resources on monthly giving) will show you how to do exactly that.  After this session, you’ll have the magic combination of tiny stories to share and tools to apply to bring in new monthly donors and how [...]

$20 – $35

December Lunch Gathering: Free for All to Attend

Trinity Episcopal Church 60 Church St, Asheville, United States

December Networking In the wake of Hurricane Helene, we recognize the great need to come together and support each other. Knowing that, we will be covering the cost of a catered lunch for you on December 11. We'll gather for a festive meal and fellowship. Please note the new location in the "Church of the Advocate Room" at Trinity Episcopal Church, 60 Church Street in downtown Asheville. Enter the building through the red door (not the main gate.)     Register

Free

Brandfluence: Connecting the Dots around Brand Marketing

AB Tech Ivy Building 10 Genevieve Circle, Asheville, NC, United States

January Professional Development | Brandfluence: Connecting the Dots around Brand Marketing In the heart of every successful organization lies a compelling brand that resonates with its audience and stakeholders.  This session that delves into the symbiotic relationship between strong branding and sustainable revenue streams. Join us as we explore the dynamics of how effective branding can significantly influence giving behavior and long-term patronage. This session will uncover the strategies that the most successful organizations use to align their purpose with their brand message, creating a powerful narrative that captivates and motivates their community. Key Takeaways: Understanding Brand Value: Learn [...]

$20 – $35

February Crafted Conversations

12 Bones South 2350 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC, United States

February Crafted Conversations Join your colleagues for some "Crafted Conversations" around fundraising topics you want to talk about! When you register, please add your suggestions, which will help shape the social's theme. Registration includes a drink ticket. NA options will be available. Event venue TBA. Register

$10 – $15

Bank of America Philanthropy Study

AB Tech Ivy Building 10 Genevieve Circle, Asheville, NC, United States

March Professional Development | Bank of America Philanthropy Study Guided by closely held values and beliefs, affluent households are increasingly at the helm of our nation’s charitable landscape. Understanding which motivations and priorities guide these households is critical to any effective fundraising effort. Holland Dunn, SVP with Bank of America will provide key insights from the Bank of America Study of Philanthropy: Charitable Giving by Affluent Households conducted by Bank of America Private Bank and Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Catered lunch is an optional addition to your registration fee. Vegetarian and Gluten Free options will [...]

$20 – $35
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