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We are now accepting applications for our chapter's Chamberlain Scholar! If you have never attended the AFP International Convention - and would like to - now is your chance! Applications are due Friday, October 11 at 5:00 p.m. This scholarship covers the full conference fee (minus a $10 processing fee) for the 2020 AFP International Convention to be held in Baltimore, Maryland from March 29 - 31, 2020. In addition, AFP-WNC will reimburse up to $500 in travel expenses. The recipient MUST be a current AFP member to receive the Chamberlain Scholarship. Please complete the application and email along with requested [...]

The John Gile Memorial Scholarship commemorates John Gile, a beloved member of our chapter who mentored many in fundraising and championed the development of our profession. The 2019 John Gile Scholarship Recipient was Chelsea Rudisill. Chelsea is a fundraising professional who is passionate about arts and education. She is the Grants Manager for the Asheville Art Museum. Chelsea has a BA in Public Policy from Duke University and an MA in Arts Administration from Winthrop University. Chelsea shares: "Philanthropy Institute 2019 was a wonderful experience. The sessions I attended offered a helpful mix of actionable strategies that I can implement in my work [...]