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Fundraising Day in New York (FRDNY) goes online! For 40 years Fundraising Day in New York has offered critical educational content in a one-day event every June. In 2020 it will be accessible to all online! Currently, our esteemed faculty of experts is working to produce the incredible content for which Fundraising Day in New York is famous. Once launched, the online platform will offer unlimited access to all recorded sessions. [...]

It’s been an upside-down year in so many ways. If you’ve vowed to take control of your career and professional development in 2020, mark your calendar for July 15—the next CFRE application deadline. By submitting your application, you’ll take an important step towards CFRE certification. Our members always enjoy a special discounted CFRE initial application fee of $700. Don’t forget that when you submit your application on or before June [...]

(Arlington, Va.) – The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Western North Carolina Chapter has been named a 2020 Ten Star Chapter. Every year, AFP, the largest association of professional fundraisers in the world, honors chapters for achieving goals that align with key objectives in its long-range strategic plan. Chapters receive the Ten Star Award for performing specific activities designed to increase professionalism within fundraising and public awareness of the importance [...]

November 5 | 10:00am - 2:30pm | Laureate Center, Kannapolis, NC The North Carolina Council of Charitable Gift Planners is pleased to present this half-day seminar with leading national planned giving experts Michelle Mancini and Dr. Russell James.* Michelle Mancini is a Senior Director and Wealth Consultant for the American Cancer Society. Ms. Mancini works with individuals to help them accomplish their philanthropic goals. She also works in consultation with [...]

Dogwood Health Trust plans to host a series of three community meetings in October that will be used to provide education and obtain input on the priorities for addressing social determinants of health throughout Western North Carolina. During these sessions, national public health experts will take part in a panel discussion highlighting the various factors that influence health and well-being and discuss possible ways to address these issues throughout the [...]

Note: A livestream of this meeting will be available at https://dogwoodevents.org/live/ Dogwood Health Trust plans to host a series of three community meetings in October that will be used to provide education and obtain input on the priorities for addressing social determinants of health throughout Western North Carolina. During these sessions, national public health experts will take part in a panel discussion highlighting the various factors that influence health and [...]

Dogwood Health Trust plans to host a series of three community meetings in October that will be used to provide education and obtain input on the priorities for addressing social determinants of health throughout Western North Carolina. During these sessions, national public health experts will take part in a panel discussion highlighting the various factors that influence health and well-being and discuss possible ways to address these issues throughout the [...]

Did you know 90% of current CFREs report the certification has had an impact on providing enhanced job opportunities? Start your application at no cost and be on your way to earning the only accredited, globally-recognized certification for fundraising professionals. View the application requirements to get started. Members enjoy 20% off CFRE initial certification and re-certification. If you have any questions or need help getting started, contact CFRE International at [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

National Philanthropy Day Awards | Call for Nominations | Due July 26 AFP WNC is now accepting nominations for the 2019 National Philanthropy Day Awards, which we will celebrate this November. The deadline for nominations is Friday, July 26. Please give some thought today to your philanthropic leaders and fill out an award nomination. You can recognize outstanding philanthropic work in seven different categories: Youth, Foundation, Volunteer Fundraiser, Philanthropist, Fundraising [...]

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 scholarship is awarded annually to two fundraising professionals requiring financial assistance to attend Philanthropy Institute. If you wish to apply for the 2019 John Gile Memorial Scholarship to attend the 2019 Philanthropy Institute Thursday, July 18, the AFP-WNC Board of Directors encourages you to apply. Scholars must register [...]

Recognized for achievements using online marketing tools to drive success ASHEVILLE, NC — March 13, 2019 – Virtual Business Services along with Association Fundraising Professional Western North Carolina Chapter, has been named a 2018 Solution Provider All Star Award winner by Constant Contact, an Endurance International Group company and a leader in small business marketing solutions. The annual award recognizes the most successful 10 percent of Constant Contact’s customer and Solution Provider [...]

(Arlington, Va.) – The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Western North Carolina Chapter has been named a 2019 Ten Star Chapter. Every year, AFP, the largest association of professional fundraisers in the world, honors chapters for achieving goals that align with key objectives in its long-range strategic plan. Chapters receive the Ten Star Award for performing specific activities designed to increase professionalism within fundraising and public awareness of the importance [...]

The Charlotte, Triad and Triangle Chapters of the Association of Fundraising Professionals invite you to apply to present a breakout session at the 15th Annual NC Philanthropy Conference on Monday, August 5, 2019, at the Charlotte Convention Center, Charlotte, NC. Please complete a Speaker Application, by the deadline of Friday, March 15, 2019 toncphilanthropyconference@gmail.com.  Sessions are 60 minutes long and range from 35-70 attendees. Microphones and projectors are provided; most presenters provide their own [...]

The Asheville Downtown Association (ADA) is now accepting applications for our Wristband Nonprofit Program, part of the Downtown After 5 summer concert series. The nonprofit organization works the wristband sales tents at the event and receives a $2000 grant. The ADA will select 5 nonprofit organizations, one for each Downtown After 5, held third Fridays, May-September. Applications must be completed by March 1 in order to be considered for the 2019 season. Please [...]

The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation (ZSR) is seeking to invest directly in young innovators, change makers, visionaries, entrepreneurs and risk takers between the ages of 21 and 35 with bold ideas for how to make a difference in North Carolina and its communities. The newly established All For NC Fellowship is a 12-month program designed to provide funding, coaching and mentoring to young people who have a vision and plan that could [...]

The Rotary Club of Asheville is seeking your ideas for a new signature project that will address a top need within the community.  We believe a new project is vital to help keep our club’s service activities fresh and relevant and keep our membership engaged. New project proposals will be assessed against the following five criteria: Address a top-tier community need Involve a partnership with a local non-profit Include both [...]

Check out this helpful slide presentation by Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt from our past Wake Up Workshop. So You Want to Be a Consultant

Check out this valuable webinar presented by Simone Joyaux, ACFRE. Click here to download in dropbox.

Asheville, NC - The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Western North Carolina Chapter is pleased to extend the 2019 Chamberlain Scholarship to Jessica Frantz, Director of Membership and Operations for Public Radio Program Directors Association in Asheville. Ms. Frantz will receive the full registration fee and additional funds for travel expenses to attend the 2019 AFP International Conference on Fundraising in San Antonio, TX which will take place March 31 - April [...]

The Homegrown Leaders training program is a three-day regional leadership and economic development training that develops and supports highly-skilled, highly-motivated leaders who are committed to building regional collaboration across multi-county regions in the state.  Homegrown Leaders is an extension of the Rural Center’s 27-year-old flagship, leadership development program, the Rural Economic Development Institute (REDI). Homegrown Leaders provides opportunities for participants to hear from economic development and leadership experts, engage with [...]

The Asheville Rotary Club receives income from the Harry Morrill Endowment Fund, part of which is used for scholarships and part for Community Grants. This year 10--$1,000 grants will be rewarded. Application forms can be downloaded from the club website at www.rotaryasheville.org. Submissions are due October 31, 2018.

Loretta Shelton shares her August 2018 Presentation on intimacy and donor relations.

We are pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the Chamberlain Scholarship. This scholarship covers the full conference fee (minus a $10 processing fee) for the 2018 AFP International Convention to be held in San Antonio, Texas from March 31 - April 2, 2019. In addition, AFP-WNC will also reimburse up to $500 in travel expenses. The recipient MUST be a current AFP member to receive the Chamberlain Scholarship. Complete the online [...]

David Novak presented his Storytelling Workshop at AFP WNC's 2018 Philanthropy Institute on July 19, 2018. Your story expresses your organizing principle, your core meaning and motivation. This workshop helped you understand how to discover and tell your story in a compelling and effective manner.  Click here for David's storytelling worksheet.

There’s still time to take advantage of your tuition discount at Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Asheville campus! As a member of AFP, you are eligible for a 10% markdown on pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree that could enhance your professional and personal life. The following programs are taking applications through August 1st for the Fall 2018 Semester. Classes are held at our facility in downtown Asheville or online. MA in Counseling (Clinical [...]

If you need financial assistance to attend the 2018 Philanthropy Institute on Thursday, July 19 the AFP WNC Board of Directors encourages you to apply for one of two $85 scholarships. These John Gile Memorial Scholarships commemorate John Gile, a beloved member of our chapter who mentored many in fundraising and championed the development of our profession. Scholars will be notified and then registered by the AFP WNC Chapter Administrator and will receive [...]

Philanthropy Institute will take place on July 19 at the Crowne Plaza in Asheville, NC.

The AFP International Conference was a great learning experience and tons of fun! I've already implemented many of my personal takeaways, such as donor surveys, monthly giving tips, and relationship building techniques, and I hope to implement even more, such as how to make Board meetings more engaging. In addition to the workshops that focused on fundraising skills, I really enjoyed the workshops I took on management and leadership. One [...]

(Arlington, Va.) – The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Western North Carolina has been named a 2017 Ten Star Chapter. Every year, AFP, the largest association of professional fundraisers in the world, honors chapters for achieving goals that align with key objectives in its long-range strategic plan. Chapters receive the Ten Star Award for performing specific activities designed to increase professionalism within fundraising and public awareness of the importance of [...]

Press Release from the Association of Fundraising Professionals Western North Carolina Chapter Contact:  scholarships@gmail.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AFP-WNC Chapter Announces International Fundraising Conference Chamberlain Scholarship Recipient Asheville, NC – The Association of Fundraising Professionals Western North Carolina Chapter is pleased to extend the 2018 Chamberlain Scholarship to Leah Craig Fieser, Communications and Annual Fund Director at Friends of the WNC Nature Center. Ms. Fieser will receive the full registration fee [...]

The 2018 AFP International Fundraising Conference will be held in April 15-17, 2018, in New Orleans, LA. Big things are coming to the Big Easy in 2018 — and not just the city’s 300th anniversary! We’re talking the world’s biggest and baddest conference for professional fundraisers. Join fellow fundraising professionals in New Orleans, the home of jazz and Mardi Gras, for three days of learning, connecting, and culture; with a side [...]

In preparation for National Philanthropy Day we are collecting quotes from local nonprofit leaders to highlight the impact of philanthropy in our region. Responses will be showcased at the National Philanthropy Day event on November 14, 2017. Please take a moment to share the highlights of your work in our survey.    

The AFP Foundation for Philanthropy is pleased to once again offer the Diverse Communities Scholarship program for members of diverse communities to attend the AFP International Fundraising Conference in New Orleans, LA, April 15-17, 2018.  The application process will open September 1 – October 31, 2017.  This fund is broken out into three categories: African American Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender (GLBT) General Diversity Fund AFP is pleased to offer $1,500 scholarships ($799 conference registration fee [...]

Foundation Fair 2017 The Foundation Fair will be held on October 18th, 2017 in Swannanoa, NC. Each year, foundations and nonprofits throughout the state gather for a "career-fair" style event that serves as an opportunity for foundations and nonprofits to have quick interactions and learn more about each others' funding needs and interests. Participating nonprofits and foundations both have found it useful to learn more about one other. The Foundation Fair will be held [...]

If you’re a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Western North Carolina Chapter and you’d like to earn a graduate degree, Lenoir-Rhyne University will discount your tuition. In Asheville, Lenoir-Rhyne offers ten Master’s programs through the Center for Graduate Studies located at 36 Montford Avenue, just off I-240 and minutes from downtown. The Asheville graduate offerings include programs in Business Administration, Community College Administration, Counseling, Nursing, Public Health, Religious [...]