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  • June Newsletter

      

     


     

     

    Happy Pride Month!

     

    In celebration of Pride Month, check out this AFP article, IDEA: Get Q'd In, or this AFP Micro-Learning Video, Words Matter.

    Let's continue to learn and grow together as we embrace diversity and inclusion in our fundraising efforts.

     

     

     

    Each year, the AFP Northwest Arkansas Chapter awards scholarships to send members to attend AFP ICON, to cover AFP membership fees, and to reimburse CFRE exam fees. Learn about available scholarships and apply below!

    The deadline to apply is June 30th and all scholarship recipients will be notified on August 15th.

     

    Questions? Contact Kelly Horrell, Chair, Scholarship Committee, at khorrell@nwacircleoflife.org

     

     

     

     

    National Philanthropy Day sponsorship opportunities are now available.

     

    Learn more about available sponsorship opportunities by clicking the link below.

     

     

     

     

    How to Use Storytelling for Breakthrough Fundraising Results

     

    This interactive workshop will help you view your nonprofit through the eyes of potential donors and stand out in a noisy world.

     

    Come and learn why marketing matters as well as a framework for telling and re-telling great stories in creative and fresh ways. You will walk away with practical ways to increase awareness, attract new gifts, and engage donors.

     

    Registration closes the Monday prior to the event.

     

    Location: NWACC Springdale Campus

    Date: Wednesday, August 21

    Time: 8:30-11:30 am

     

    Members: $30.00 per monthly session

    Non-Members: $50.00 per monthly session

     

    Each session is 2 CFRE credit hours

     

     

     

    Save the Dates

     

    June 30: Deadline to apply for scholarships

    Aug 21: Education Session -

    How to Use Storytelling for Breakthrough Fundraising Results

    Oct 16: Education Session

    Nov 13: National Philanthropy Day

     

     

    Chapter Webinars

    Webinars are FREE for Members of AFP NWA!

     

    Webinars are 60 minute sessions that allow you to learn the latest from the best in the field. Each session qualifies for 1 point toward CFRE education requirements. AFP webinars are a great professional development opportunity and they are free for members!

     

    To access webinars, click on webinar link and follow prompts to register. When you click on register, it will prompt you to log-in to your BlueSky Path Learning Management System Account (different from AFP Membership Account). If you don’t have an account, please follow the instructions to create one.

     

    Once you have accessed the account, please place the webinar in your cart and the code below should be entered in the Discount Code field (not Attendance Code). This will zero out the purchase price.

     

    The link to the event will appear in your Purchased folder. You may watch the day the webinar is available or save it for a later date. Access to the webinars is available through December 31, 2024. 

     

    Please direct any questions to Lindsay Dixon, Webinars Chair.

     

     

     

     

     

    Are you passionate about giving back to the fundraising community? Do you have insights and experiences you'd love to share with emerging fundraising professionals? We invite you to consider becoming a mentor!

     

    Applications for the mentorship program are accepted year-round. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please visit our website for more information and to apply.

     

    Questions? Contact Alison J. Levin

     

     

    AFP NWA Job Board

    Featured Jobs in Fundraising

     

    Development OfficerMake A Wish Mid-South

    Scholarship Program ManagerSingle Parent Scholarship Fund of NWA

    Vice President of PhilanthropyNorthwest Arkansas Children's Shelter

    Director of DevelopmentUniversity of Arkansas - College of Engineering

     

     

    Need to Join or Renew

     

     

    The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the Northwest Arkansas Chapter of the AFP offer members the opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage in creative thinking, network with new friends and achieve great results in their work.

     

    Membership Value Highlights

    ·    AFP NWA Chapter Monthly Education Sessions

    ·    AFP National Webinars

    ·    Mentorships

    ·    Networking with area fundraising professionals

    ·    Monthly Chapter Newsletters

    ·    Add more: AFP NWA Chapter Website: https://community.afpglobal.org/afparnorthwestchapter/home

     

    If you have questions about your membership, please contact Kelly Sampson, VP Membership, AFP Northwest Arkansas Chapter.