Dear AFP Central VA members and friends,
As summer settles across Central Virginia, I hope you're finding moments to pause and reflect amid the pace of our work. For some, this season marks the close of one fiscal year and the beginning of another. For others, it's simply an opportunity to celebrate progress, take stock of where you are, and refocus on what lies ahead. Wherever you find yourself this summer, I hope you'll take a moment to recognize the impact you've made in your community.
It's also been an exciting season for our chapter!
The return of the Inclusive Fundraising Fellowship reflects our commitment to cultivating the next generation of fundraising leaders in Central Virginia. At the same time, our monthly workshops have brought members and friends together to explore fundraising strategy, leadership, and the evolving culture of philanthropy. More than professional development, these conversations have challenged us to think differently, learn from one another, and strengthen our collective practice. That's the kind of chapter we're continuing to build together.
As we look ahead, I hope to see you at next week's Meet & Greet and the Virginia Fund Raising Institute later this month. These are wonder opportunities to reconnect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and invest in your own growth.
We'll take a brief pause from chapter programming in August before returning this fall with another exciting lineup. Please save the date for September 10, when we'll welcome Sarah Milston, Founder & CEO of The Spark Mill, and October 8, when Robert L. Dortch, Jr. joins us for an engaging conversation. I'm also thrilled to share that National Philanthropy Day returns on November 5—we can't wait to celebrate philanthropy across Central Virginia once again. More details will be coming soon.
Thank you for being part of AFP Central Virginia. Whether you're taking time to recharge this summer or gearing up for a busy season ahead, I hope you'll continue to find connection, inspiration, and support through our chapter. I look forward to seeing many of you in the months ahead.
Yours in service,
LaChelle M. Lewis, Ph.D.
Chapter President, AFP-CVA
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