Events Calendar

5 Fallacies of Fundraising

We are excited to partner with the Hudson Mohawk Chapter on Tuesday, March 28 for "The 5 Fallacies of Fundraising" facilitated by Recast Philanthropy. This event will be held virtually from 12:00 - 1:30 pm ET. Unlearn harmful 'best practices' in fundraising and philanthropy that hold us back from building more equitable relationships with our communities and donors.

Virtual: Coffee and Conversations

Join your fundraising colleagues for an opportunity to discuss current topics in our field, get feedback on your pressing questions and network with like minds.  This is a free event.

Lunch & Learn: Voices of the Generations – A Unique Fundraising Perspective

This lunch & learn will be a panel discussion with members from different generations (Baby Boomer, Generation X, Millennial and Generation Y). After a brief introduction, our presenter will give a short lecture that defines and outlines the thoughts, beliefs and characteristics of each generation. Then panelists will be asked questions and share their perspectives on fundraising. Presenter: Erin Vaccaro, Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management at Onondaga Community College Panelists: Moe Harrington, Make-a-Wish Christine Corbett, David’s Refuge Anne Marie Smith, The Reading League Siobhan Young, Onondaga Community College Student

Virtual: Coffee and Conversations

Join your fundraising colleagues for an opportunity to discuss current topics in our field, get feedback on your pressing questions and network with like minds.  This is a free event.

Diversity in Fundraising - Annual Fundraising Day Conference

Fundraising Day is AFP-CNY’s largest educational event of the year for fundraising and development professionals. The conference offers professional development, networking, and collaboration with peers and community partners. This year’s conference theme is Diversity in Fundraising.  Lunch will be provided. Please contact afpcny@gmail.com with any dietary restrictions. The deadline for registration is Friday, April 14, 2023. More information can be found on the 2023 Fundraising Day page.

Virtual: Coffee and Conversations

Join your fundraising colleagues for an opportunity to discuss current topics in our field, get feedback on your pressing questions and network with like minds.  This is a free event.

Virtual: The Toothpaste Chronicles - What To Do When You’re Ethically Squeezed

Join Paul A. Dunne, CFRE, Executive Vice President of Catapult Fundraising, to get answers to these questions and learn how to navigate “sticky situations”! Has your CEO ever wanted you to bring in donors from your last job? Have you ever been asked on a date by a donor? What do you do when you’re ethically squeezed? KEY TAKEAWAYS: Learn what you can share and what you should hold tight to the vest when it comes to your organization, operations, staff and the board. Learn the importance of financial and organizational transparency and how to avoid situations where you look like you’re hiding things. Learn how to successfully switch jobs and maintain confidentiality when it comes to information regarding donors from your previous organization. Learn what to expect from a consultant. What are ethical practices and what you should say NO to when hiring outside counsel.