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Registration is open for the 2026 South Dakota Philanthropy Summit in Rapid City, SD!

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) represents some 30,000 members in more than 240 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs. The association fosters development and growth of fundraising professionals and promotes high ethical standards in the fundraising profession. 

For more than 35 years, the South Dakota AFP chapter has been the standard-bearer for professionalism in fundraising. Our members have access to a rich network of people with varied experience and perspectives.

With your AFP membership, you’ll not only experience immediate benefits but also acquire skills, knowledge and insights about fundraising that will serve you for the rest of your career.

 

AFP South Dakota is proud to be a 2026 AFP Ten Star Gold Chapter & 2026 Idea Champion

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Call for Speakers: July 17 Professional Development Program

South Dakota AFP is now accepting speaker proposals for our upcoming program, “Portfolios, Pipelines & Performance: Making Metrics Work for You”, hosted at South Dakota State University in Brookings.

We’re seeking dynamic presenters with experience in donor portfolio development, moves management, documentation strategies, pipeline building, and the use of meaningful metrics in fundraising. Sessions are typically 60 minutes, and proposals may include individual presentations and panels.

If you have practical strategies and real-world tools to help fundraisers strengthen their donor portfolios and build healthier pipelines, we’d love to hear from you!

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Black Hills 

Black Hills networking events are held at Fork Real Community Café

507 Main Street, Suite 101, Rapid City

April

Tour of the newly renovated Children's Home Society (Phase 1)

Thursday, April 16, at 8:30 a.m. MT.

May

What is CFRE? - Panel Discussion featuring Beth Massa, Bailey Ellis, and Kathryn Henning

Thursday, May 21, at 8:30 a.m. MT.

June

The New Nonprofit Journey - Susan Dotson, Black Hills Children's Museum

Susan will share insights from leading a new organization with a team entirely new to fundraising, as they work toward building the museum.

Thursday, June 18, at 8:30 a.m. MT.

Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls networking events are held at Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation

200 N. Cherapa Place., Sioux Falls 

April

Amy Pokela: From Donor Lists to Donor Portfolios: Strategic Annual Giving Prospect Lists

Thursday, April 16, at 8:30 a.m. CT.

May

Brian Bonde - Major Gifts Beyond the Ask: Relationship Building Before and After the Solicitation

Thursday, May 21, at 8:30 a.m. CT.

June

Bethany Olson Burden - How Do You Evaluate if Your Event is Successful? Strategies for Fundraising Events and When to Phase Them Out

Thursday, June 18, at 8:30 a.m. CT.

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