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Directing Development: We Have A Job To Do

Virtual

February Professional Development | Directing Development: We Have A Job To Do The recording of this program is available HERE. Join fundraising leader P. Kevin Williamson for an inspiring presentation on the hard work of leading fundraising and how to focus on what matters most. Do the day-in, day-out tasks of fundraising sometimes distract you from pursuing your strategies? Do you ever wonder if your daily work aligns with good fundraising practice? Kevin will address these questions and more from his years of experience leading fundraising in higher education and nonprofit settings. About P. Kevin Williamson [...]

$10 – $15

Non-profit and Local Government Relationships: A Conversation from Both Sides of the Table

Virtual

March Professional Development | Non-profit and Local Government Relationships: A Conversation from Both Sides of the Table Critical to our success as fund raisers is understanding the dynamics of how non-profits can build better relationships with their local government and elected leaders. Presenter Amanda Edwards is in a unique position serving as a Buncombe County Commissioner and fundraiser simultaneously. Join us for inside tips and a conversation with Amanda about how to strengthen your case for support and build lasting relationships with your local government and elected leaders. About Amanda Edwards Amanda Edwards, CFRE, is the Executive [...]

$10 – $15

Getting to Know Dogwood Health Trust – Program and Social Gathering

Wedge at Foundation 5 Foundy St., Ste 10, Asheville, NC, United States

April Professional Development | Getting to know Dogwood Health Trust Join your colleagues on Wednesday, April 20 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Wedge at Foundation for an informative and fun gathering with our friends from the Dogwood Health Trust. Members of the Impact Team at Dogwood will offer brief remarks and answer questions from attendees. We’ll have ample time to interact with our speakers and one another. The event is a chance to reconnect with your AFP colleagues for our first official in-person program in two years. (Drink ticket included with registration.) This event will be in-person at [...]

$10 – $15

The Ethical Imperative: Standing Tall in the Face of Pressure

Wedge at Foundation 5 Foundy St., Ste 10, Asheville, NC, United States

May Professional Development | The Ethical Imperative: Standing Tall in the Face of Pressure Join your colleagues on Wednesday, May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Wedge at Foundation for an interactive and insightful gathering centered around ethics. Kirk Swenson, Vice Chancellor at UNC Asheville, will present a framework for ethical decision making that protects our donors, our organizations and our profession. Kirk will share examples of ethical challenges he has faced in his own career and invites members to submit their own for discussion that day. You may choose to submit your ethical challenge anonymously. [...]

$10 – $15

Privilege, Power & Philanthropy: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Fundraising World

Virtual

June Professional Development Privilege, Power & Philanthropy: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Fundraising World The recording of this event is available HERE. The goal of fundraising is to raise money for good causes. In our effort to do “good work”, might we also be causing harm? In presenting Privilege, Power & Philanthropy, Danae Jones Aicher will guide us in thinking more deeply about who we approach for fundraising and how, and how -- without an understanding of power and privilege -- we might be upholding and maintaining old systems of oppression. Presented [...]

$10 – $15

Philanthropy Institute 2022

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville 1 Resort Drive, Asheville, NC, United States

Annual Professional Development Opportunity Thursday, July 14, 2022, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time Save the date for Philanthropy Institute 2022—Thursday, July 14th at the Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville. We anticipate this will be a sell-out event, so hold the date of Thursday, July 14, 2022 and watch the AFP-WNC website for updates, and REGISTER EARLY. Mandy Pearce, Owner of the Hickory-based Funding for Good will be our Keynote Speaker for a presentation on the timely topic: Leading With Intent: Succession Planning. For more information, please visit www.afpwnc.org/programs/philanthropy-institute/ or contact Laurel Amabile, Chair, Philanthropy Institute Committee institute@afpwnc.org *Scholarship funding will be available to registered AFP members. [...]

$85 – $105

The Power of YOU: The Art & Science of Self-Renewal

Red Cross 100 Edgewood Road, Asheville, NC, United States

August Professional Development | The Power of YOU: The Art & Science of Self-Renewal Balance and resiliency don’t come from a new app or a better time management system - they come from the inside out. Learn how engaging the power of self-renewal, building a support network and managing your energy can increase your ability to be more creative, energized and resourced in all areas of your life. Passionate about supporting men and women in finding balance through the art/science of self-care, Renée Trudeau will share simple, powerful strategies and science-based tools for feeling more focused, connected and calm no matter how crazy your life [...]

$10 – $15

September Professional Development: Crypto Philanthropy

Virtual

September Professional Development | Crypto Philanthropy The recording of this presentation is available HERE. The slides for this presentation are available HERE. With the massive surge in valuations over the last few years, cryptocurrency is gaining popularity among a rapidly growing number of investors who hope to cash in on its phenomenal growth. As cryptocurrency assets rise, many investors are opting to donate crypto to reduce their tax burden. In this session, we will: 1. Decode what cryptocurrency and blockchain technology is 2. Discuss why crypto donations matter to your organization 3. Outline steps that will prepare [...]

$10 – $15

Gift Planning Beyond Bequests: Three Big Opportunities

Wedge at Foundation 5 Foundy St., Ste 10, Asheville, NC, United States

October Professional Development | Gift Planning Beyond Bequests: Three Big Opportunities The slides from this presentation are available for download HERE.   Ready to ask your donors for more than a bequest in their will? Or at least offer more options for significant planned gifts? Sheryl Aikman from Alenda Consulting will outline the planned gift opportunities that can help you move your donors (and your organization) beyond the simple bequest.   Sheryl Aikman is the principal of Alenda Consulting LLC. She serves a wide range of nonprofit, individual and professional advisor clients, with a focus on major, [...]

$10 – $15

The Joy of Fundraising from the Perspective of the Executive Director/CEO

Wedge at Foundation 5 Foundy St., Ste 10, Asheville, NC, United States

December Professional Development | The Joy of Fundraising from the Perspective of the Executive Director/CEO In this talk, Mark Weinstein will examine the differing roles and motivations of the Executive Director/CEO, the Chief Development Officer, the Board, Development staff and other key players in an organization where fundraising is a significant revenue need.  He will address issues involved in the development of fundraising design structure, the use of metrics to measure and motivate, as well as the importance of involving the entire organization in development efforts.  Mark will speak about the importance of managing expectations while simultaneously [...]

$10 – $15

January Professional Development: Prospect Research

Virtual

January Professional Development | Prospect Research The recording of this program is available via YouTube HERE. The slides for this presentation are available for download HERE. Despite what the big vendors may want you to believe, basic prospect research can be done on a budget of absolutely nothing at all. Prospect research relies on information that is by definition public, and there’s more of it than you might realize! In this session, we’ll go step-by-step through a basic prospect profile template to learn about freely available resources to fill in each area. Bring your Google-fu, your curiosity, [...]

$10 – $15

Why a Gift Acceptance Policy Saves Embarrassment and Reduces Confusion

Virtual

February Professional Development | Why a Gift Acceptance Policy Saves Embarrassment and Reduces Confusion The recording of this program is available HERE. The slides for this program are available for download HERE.   Every not for profit no matter what its size needs a gift acceptance policy. Why? To protect you from having to receive gifts you don't want (are there such things???? Yes!!!) and to ensure the donor is aware of your organization's values. Our Zoom session will cover such topics as what are our organizations' blues? How do I discover them and who codifies them? What is an example [...]

$10 – $15
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