Chapter Announcements

Overview

You can access time-sensitive announcements and news from AFP South Sound on this page dating back to the launch of our new website in April 2018. To submit an announcement, email the Chapter Administrator at afpsouthsound@gmail.com.

Announcements

  • 2025 Chapter Philanthropy Day Awards

    2 months ago

    We are excited to invite you to join us for AFP South Sound's 2nd annual National Philanthropy Day Awards on November 14th.

    Join AFP South Sound for an evening filled with inspiration, connection, and community as we celebrate National Philanthropy Day, a special night to honor these individuals and organizations making a difference right here in our region:

    • Amazing Unsung Hero - James Plourde
    • IDEA Champion - Thuli Lushaba
    • Outstanding Change Maker - Sharon Chambers Gordon
    • GRIT Award - Carol Mitchell
    • Heart of Gold - Emily Happy
    • Bridge Builder - Jesse Bohlin

    Thank you for your wonderful support for our National Philanthropy Day Awards!

    Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/afp-south-sounds-2nd-annual-national-philanthropy-day-awards. There are different levels of ticketing prices to choose from. There's also an option, "Add a donation for Association Of Fundraising Professionals" to choose your own level of support, whether you can attend or not. 

  • 2025 Summer Social

    4 months ago
    Don't miss our upcoming Summer Social on Thursday, July 10th, from 4:30-6:30 pm for an evening of FUN and FUNdraising! The AFP South Sound Summer Social is a fabulous opportunity to connect with your fundraising peers and share ideas on the critical ways we impact the South Sound community together.

    This year's AFPSS Summer Social will return to The Hub Gig Harbor, located at the Narrows Airport in Gig Harbor, just across the Narrows Bridge. Enjoy a cold beverage (on us!), pizza, salad, and bites. 

  • South Sound Philanthropy Summit Registration Opens in July

    4 months ago

    Get ready; 2025 South Sound Philanthropy Summit registration opens the first week of July!

    Focused on the theme of "Deeply Rooted and Growing," the Summit, on September 26 at Foss Waterway Seaport, will feature keynote speaker Patrick Schmitt, Co-CEO of FreeWill, named two of the Top 50 Philanthropists in the World by Town and Country.

    Co-presented by the South Sound Planned Giving Council and AFP South Sound, this in-person-only event offers CFRE credits and valuable takeaways to elevate your organization’s impact.

    Learn more about the Summit and sponsorship opportunities at ssphilanthropysummit.org.

  • 2025 Board Slate

    8 months ago

    Welcome to our new officers and board members! Here's the lineup for 2025:

    EXECUTIVE
    President - Lee Warnecke, CFRE, Southern Poverty Law Center
    Co-President Elect - Jennie Griek, CAP®, CFRE, Pacific Lutheran University, Membership Co-Chair
    Co-President Elect - Ruth Tollefson, CFRE, Programs Co-Chair
    Treasurer - Shannon Michlitsch, CFRE, Habitat for Humanity Kitsap County
    Secretary - Robyn Jones, United Way of Pierce County, Summit Co-Chair
    Past President - Emily Mendez-Bryant, CAP®,  Tacoma Community College, NPD Co-Chair, BIPOC Committee Co-Chair, Development Committee Co-Chair
    IDEA Chair - Jill Rose, CFRE, Amara

    DIRECTORS
    Laura Rose, CAP, CFRE, Washington STEM, Development Committee Co-Chair
    Laura Badeaux, CFRE, Alzheimer’s Association - Marketing/Communications Co-Chair
    Jesse Bohlin, RVC, Emerging Fundraising Leaders Chair
    Robin Callahan, CFRE, CAP®, CEFL, The Callahan Collaborative – 2026-2029 Strategic Planning Chair
    Missy Zenczak Candler, Greentrike, Membership Co-Chair
    Emma Conway, CFRE, MultiCare Health Systems, MultiCare Health Foundation, Programs Co-Chair
    Jennifer Li Dotson, FundRaise Up, BIPOC Co-Chair, NPD Co-Chair
    Mike Goodell, The Rescue Mission, At-Large
    Chris Baiocchi, CFRE, MAOL, Resolute Philanthropy, Mentor Program Co-Chair
    Steve Saalfeld, CAP®, Greater Tacoma Community Foundation, UWT Collegiate Chapter Chair
    Diane Lyons, CFRE, CAP, Orion Industries, At-Large
    Mary Brickle, CFRE, MultiCare Health Systems, Mary Bridge Children’s Foundation, At-Large
    Victor Martin, University of Puget Sound, At-Large