Coffee Chat - Your Culture of Philanthropy
Share ideas and get geared up for the monthly member event in a casual conversation with your fellow fundraisers
Wednesday, January 19 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
A virtual discussion on zoom

free for members

Philanthropy, Not Fundraising -
How to Reframe Your Approach
Your Pathway to Achieve Greater Success and Personal Satisfaction
Wednesday, January 26 from 2:00-3:15 p.m.
A virtual presentation on zoom

$25 for members, $35 for non-members
Join Speaker Claire Axelrad as she gives you tools and tactics for creating a culture of philanthropy within your organization.

Your donor’s philanthropic journey begins with you. You are their expert guide and “Engagement Sherpa.” The best fundraisers think beyond asking for and getting money in just this moment.  They think beyond this trek and onto the next. They imagine strategies that will influence others to join the journey. They are always one step, or more, ahead. The best organizations have teams of “Engagement Sherpas” operating within a culture of philanthropy. Engagement is measured by the actions, sentiment, and outcomes that result from each interaction with the organization. Fundraisers are not siloed in a corner. Doors between departments and groups that traditionally haven’t talked to each other are opened. Everyone contributes to a positive donor experience that moves folks along the pathway to passionate philanthropy. 

You will leave learning the transformational impact of reframing your approach to:

• Philanthropy, not fundraising

• Culture of philanthropy

• Attitude of gratitude

• Happiness delivery business

• Helping, not selling

Fundraising Events - Past, Present & Future
A panel discussion with local industry experts
Wednesday, February 9 from 12:00-1:00 p.m.
A virtual presentation on zoom
$25 for members, $35 for non-members







If the past few years have taught us anything, it's that we must be adaptable and change with the currents. Join us for a panel discussion where local event leaders will explain how they adapted their events in the past, what they plan for 2022, and what events might look like in the future.

Coffee Chat - Special Events
Share ideas, debrief from the last monthly member event in a casual conversation with your fellow fundraisers
Wednesday, February 16 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
A virtual discussion on zoom

free for members

The Art & Science of Fundraising -
A full-day CFRE 'Refresher' Course

Designed for those interested in elevating their expertise in the fundraising profession.
Friday, April 8, 2022, 8:30 - 4:30 pm

The Emerson Helix Innovation Center

40 W. Stewart St.

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This intensive one-day training is intended for fundraisers with 3-7+ years of experience who are committed to a career in the fundraising field. If you’ve toyed with the idea of going after your CFRE, this refresher course will help set you on a trajectory to tackle it. If you’ve heard of CFRE but have questions, this day will help answer them. If you’re looking for a team of cheerleaders to take on a new challenge and solve today’s problems, this is worth the investment of your time!

We will tackle the following topics: current and prospective donor research, securing the gift, relationship building, volunteer involvement, leadership and management, ethics, accountability, and professionalism.

$150 for members, $175 for non-members