AFP Memphis Conference

AFP Memphis Conference
Monday, August 31, 2026
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Green Room at Crosstown

Members - $150 per person

Non-Members - $175 per person

Fueling the Future: Talent, Tools & Tactics for Fundraising brings together development leaders, emerging professionals and nonprofit innovators across the Memphis area for a dynamic, forward-thinking experience. This year's conference focuses the right tools to work smarter, the strategies to engage today's donors, and the talent needed to sustain & grow the field. Through engaging sessions, practical insights & meaningful connections, attendees will explore innovative approaches to fundraising while strengthening the skills & resilience required to thrive. Fueling the Future, together!

Includes light breakfast, lunch, networking, learning, reception, and a whole host of other amazing speakers. 

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Lunch Keynote Speaker - Rochelle M. Jerry, CFRM

CEO and Fundraising Strategist, Jerry Consulting Group & Jerry Family Philanthropic Foundation

What Are We Willing to Fund for Our Freedom?

Rochelle M. Jerry, CFRM is a seasoned nonprofit executive and nationally recognized fundraising strategist with over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, institutional advancement, governance, and organizational leadership. She has successfully raised more than $18.5 million in new operating revenue and is known for building sustainable funding ecosystems that strengthen mission-driven organizations and the communities they serve.

As CEO & Founder of Jerry Consulting Group (JCG), Rochelle partners with nonprofits globally to build sustainable revenue strategies, modernize fundraising operations, strengthen board engagement, and align mission with measurable community impact. Under her leadership, JCG operates as a strategic ecosystem to organizations seeking long-term growth, governance excellence, and equity-centered development strategy.

Rochelle serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy’s Fund Raising School and contributes to philanthropy education through professional development and sector leadership. 

A recognized national voice in philanthropy, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from DePaul University, completed graduate studies in Nonprofit Management, and holds the Certificate in Fundraising Management (CFRM) from Indiana University’s Fund Raising School. Rochelle also holds a Digital Marketing Science Certification from Indiana Wesleyan University, including credentials in Google Analytics, Google Ads Search, and HubSpot Email Strategic Marketing.

2026 Conference Schedule

8:30 AM

Registration, Breakfast & Networking

9:00 AM

Welcome & Opening Remarks

9:10 AM

Opening Plenary
Rochelle Jerry - What Are We Willing to Fund for Our Freedom?

10:00 AM

General Session: AI With Guardrails
Aubrey Wade, Chimbusomma Chika, Amy Manning & Holly Ford

11:00 AM

Breakout Sessions — Choose One

Vicki Clark
Engaging all Generations in Fundraising

OR

Ann Eleece & Sarah
Making Every Prospect Count: Portfolio and Relationship Management for Small Shops

12:00 PM

Lunch Keynote
Latanya Mapp - Trust, Power & Equity in Modern Philanthropy

1:10 PM

Breakout Sessions — Choose One

Lauren Ready
The Story You're Missing: How Curiosity (Not Charisma) Raises the Money

OR

Jessica Abram
Prove It: A Hands-on Logic Model Workshop

2:10 PM

Closing Session
Rosalyn Nichols - Caring for the Souls & Wellbeing of Advancement Teams

3:00–4:00 PM 

Closing Reception

Our Generous Sponsors

Join us as a Gold, Bronze, or Copper Sponsor. You can also purchase a full-, half-, or quarter-page ad in the program. For more information, see our Sponsorship and Vendor Packet below.

Sponsorships, ads, and vendor spots can be purchased on our event registration page.

2026 Conference Sponsorship & Vendor Packet Information

Bronze Community Sponsor

Copper Supporting Sponsor

 French Truck Coffee

Questions?

Jasmine Wilson
Conference Chair
jasmine.boyd@gmail.com