2025 Education Summit

2025 Annual Meeting and Education Summit:

Fundraising Forward: Innovate, Inspire, Impact

When: Thursday, October 23– Friday, October 24, 2025 (Summit starts at 8 am on Thursday and will conclude at 1 pm on Friday).

Where: Heritage Inn, Great Falls, MT

Description: The AFP Montana Annual Education Summit brings together nonprofit professionals from across the state to learn, connect, and grow. This year’s theme—Fundraising Forward—focuses on future-oriented strategies and adaptable approaches in today’s evolving fundraising landscape.

Hotel Information: A room block is available for attendees at the Heritage Inn. $88/night if reserved by Oct. 8. Must call hotel to receive block rate at 406.761.1900.

Event Agenda: Click here for the full Summit agenda. 

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Keynote Speaker: Kari Anderson, Principal of Incite! Consulting
Session: Fund Development Is a Contact Sport!
Session Description: In the world of fund development, success is not about sitting behind a desk waiting for donations to roll in. It’s about building real relationships, navigating challenging conversations, and actively engaging with donors and stakeholders—just like in a contact sport.

What to Expect:

  • Interactive breakout sessions led by fundraising and communications professionals

  • Practical tools for fundraising, marketing, donor relations, and nonprofit leadership

  • Opportunities to network with peers and experts from across Montana

Who Should Attend:
Fundraisers, nonprofit staff, board members, communications professionals, executive directors, and anyone looking to sharpen their skills and strengthen their impact.

Full participation in the 2025 AFP-Montana Summit is applicable for CFRE credits. More details regarding this is coming soon.

Cost:

$200 for AFP Montana Members

$250 for non AFP Montana Members