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2014 Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Sue Bailey,
President
Diana Marquis, CFRE,
President-Elect
Melanie Perkins,
Immediate Past President
Judy Wright,
VP/External Affairs
Kimberly Humphries, CFRE,
VP/Administration
Janet Davis, CFRE
VP/Professional Advancement
Luanne Samuel, CFRE,
VP/Membership
Mary Freeman, CFRE,
Treasurer
Christina Moore-Salinas, CFRE,
Secretary & 2014 NPD Chair
DIRECTORS
Mack Campbell, AFP Now! Chair Larry Crouch, CFRE, Governance Chair
Sarah Elliott, Hospitality Chair
Abi Erickson, Mentoring Chair
R. Michael George, CFRE, At Large
Darrin Goldin, Youth in Philanthropy Chair Cameron Hernholm, CFRE, Public Relations Chair
Fran Lobpries, CFRE, Diversity Chair
Deborah Montonen, CFRE, Scholarship Chair Jan Murfield, CFRE, 2014 DFW Conference Co-Chair Jennifer Pearson, CFRE,
Programs Chair
Anne Thomas, Executive Conversations Chair
Paula Voyles, CFRE, New Member Orientation Chair
To contact the Greater Dallas Chapter AFP Board of Directors, go to
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Welcome, New Members!
Lisa Anastasi
George W. Bush Presidental Center
Edward Franklin
Voice of Hope
Teresa Hiser
The Bridge
Woody Hosler
Volunteers of America Texas
Amanda Langford
Kendra Lovelady
Buckner International
Venessa Morse
Dallas Services
Nicole Newkham
Metrocrest Social Services
Cathy Packard
Family Gateway
Megan Singleton
Housing Crisis Center
Maria Strong
Dini Spheris
Dan Thompson
Buckner Foundation
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News of Note
The Communities Foundation of Texas announces the deadline for its Letter of Inquiry Process to be included in the CFT Giving Guide is Tuesday, April 1st at 5 PM and Workshop Dates for 2014.
The TCU Office of Extended Education will offer a series of Wednesday evening fundraising classes by Bill McLeRoy, Wednesdays through Feb. 26, 2014.
In Memorium: The Greater Dallas Chapter AFP mourns the passing of our member and friend Julia Nicol on January 25, 2014 after a brave battle with melanoma. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 2:00 P.M. on February 15, 2014 at Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, located at 9200 Inwood Road, Dallas, Texas 75220. Donations in lieu of flowers are requested to be made to Launchability at www.launchability.org or the Melanoma Research Foundation at www.melanoma.org.
Karen Martin is the new Director of Development for Heroes on the Water, helping soldiers recover from the trauma of extended military deployments.
KERA and the Communities Foundation of Texas present "One Crisis Away," a free public forum addressing issues of families living on the financial brink, at the Dallas City Performance Hall on February 27th at 7PM, hosted by Krys Boyd. Special guests will be Andrea Levere, president, Corporation for Enterprise Development; Alfreda Norman, vice president and community development officer, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas; and Larry James, president & CEO, CitySquare. To listen to the reports, watch video profiles of the families and to RSVP to the free event, go to www.cftexas.org/kera-one-crisis-away. The forum also will be televised Thursday, March 27th at 7pm on KERA TV.
Buy your tickets now for Paul Quinn College presents "A Community Cooks" on Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 6 pm at their WE Over Me Farm, 3837 Simpson Stuart Road, Dallas, TX 75241,
214-379-5457. DFW's top chefs will create dishes inspired by PQC's fresh, healthy and affordable food initiative. Wine, beer, live music and dancing, with all proceeds benefiting the WE Over Me Farm and its community education programs.
Attention, AFP members! If you've been recognized with an award, promotion or honor, share the news with your Dallas Chapter friends! Send your news item (up to 50 words) afpchapteroffice@afpdallas.org.
Moving? Changed Jobs?
When your title, business and/or mailing address, email, or any other contact data changes, be sure to go to
www.afpnet.org and update your personal record. The Greater Dallas Chapter receives updates monthly, but if you only correct your information locally, then it will be overwritten when we import the latest national spreadsheet into our database.
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Chapter Contact Information:
Greater Dallas Chapter AFP
14070 Proton Rd. Ste 100, LB9
Dallas, TX 75244
972/233-9107 ext. 204
Fax 972/490-4219
[email protected]
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FEBRUARY LUNCHEON MEETING
Ruth Fitzgibbons, Principal, Public Relations, The Richards Group and Larry James, President & CEO, CitySquare
"The One Thing: The Importance of Defining Your Brand"
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
11:30 AM - Noon: Networking
12-1 PM - Program
Arlington Hall at Lee Park
3333 Turtle Creek Blvd.
Dallas, TX 75219
Early bird registration (received by February 19th):
$30 for AFP members, $45 for non-members
After February 19th or registering on-site: $35 for AFP members, $50 for non-members
After two decades as a reporter and editor for national and regional magazines, Ruth Miller Fitzgibbons became The Richards Group's public relations guru in 1994. She has grown the PR discipline from one employee and one client to its current size of 30 crack professionals serving more than 40 companies, institutions and organizations. Her commitment to cause branding and strategic communications for nonprofits has led to the growth of a substantial practice area in service to universities, healthcare institutions, charities, foundations, museums and corporate cause partnerships. Ruth is the former editor-in-chief of D Magazine, and is a member and former president of The Dallas Assembly, a member of the Dallas chapter of the International Women's Forum, and she serves as an advisor to Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.
Known in the Dallas faith, business and media communities as a social entrepreneur and committed servant to the people of East and South Dallas, Larry James came to CitySquare in 1994 after serving 14 years as senior minister with the Richardson East Church of Christ in Richardson, Texas. He is a graduate of Harding University (BA 1972), Harding University Graduate School of Religion (MA 1973), New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (MDiv 1977) and Tulane University (MA American History 1986). His first full-length book, The Wealth of the Poor, has been published by Leafwood Publishers. Larry and wife, Brenda, have made their home in the inner city since January 1999.
Online registration closes on February 19, 2014 at 10 PM. After that date, register by fax, mail or email using the downloadable form posted at www.afpdallas.org.
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Greater Dallas AFP President Sue Bailey says "Stay in touch with your Greater Dallas AFP Chapter and don't miss news of important events and opportunities!" Changed jobs? When your title, business and/or mailing address, email, or any other contact data changes, be sure to go to www.afpnet.org immediately and update your personal record. The Greater Dallas Chapter receives updates monthly, but if you only correct your information locally, it will be overwritten when we import the latest national spreadsheet into our local database.
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Job Listing Service
Helping Restore Ability seeks a Grantwriter. Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years relevant experience required. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Vicki Niedermayer, CEO, [email protected] . No phone calls please.
The Communities Foundation of Texas seeks an Advisor Relations Officer for Major Gifts. Bachelor's degree and graduate study in law, business or other relevant field desirable. At least 3 years major gift fundraising experience or equivalent and demonstrated success in securing major gifts. Experience with planned giving vehicles and noncash assets a plus. Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to [email protected].
Building Community Workshop seeks a Philanthropy Director for Houston Texas. Bachelor's degree and 8 years development experience with demonstrated success closing gifts required, graduate studies a plus. Email interest letter and resume to Trena Lechleitner (no phone calls) at [email protected], reference "Philanthropy Director" in the subject line of your email.
Seeking freelance work: Do you need help reaching your fundraising goals for 2014? I've been in the field for 29 years and am available for consulting. My focus of recent years has been grant writing, but I am also skilled and experienced in major gift campaigns, special events, public relations, campaign materials and more. I do have a full-time position, but could dedicate 20-25 hours per month to help. Contact Diane Panasci James, Communications with Panache, at 214-662-6293 or [email protected].
University of North Texas Division of Advancement seeks a Phonathon Manager. Bachelor's degree and two years professional experience in marketing, fundraising, event planning, public relations, corporate account sales, communications or equivalent required. Must have valid Texas driver's license or obtain one within 30 days of employment. Submit a resume, cover letter and three professional references. For more information and to apply, go to http://apptrkr.com/432261.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation seeks a Development/Grant Writer. 3-5 years grant writing experience; writing for wildlife and conservation preferred. Job description at
http://www.tpwf.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Development_Grant-Writer-Position-Description.pdf. Send resume/cover letter to [email protected].
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary seeks Development Officer. Bachelor's degree with 3 to 5 years demonstrated success in fundraising. Full job description and apply online at www.austinseminary.edu/page.cfm?p=1519.
Southwestern University seeks a Director of University Relations - Gift Programs. Baccalaurate degree, 5 years of development or related experience and one years supervisory experience. For more information go to www.southwestern.edu/hum-res/hr-jobs.html.
University of North Texas Library Department seeks a Director of Library Development. Bachelo'rs degree and four years experience in fundraising, event planning, public relations or equivalent. Submit resume, cover letter and three professional references at http://apptrkr.com/434899.
Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind seeks a Corporate Giving and Events Manager. Bachelor's degree prefered, minimum 2 years experience planning and executing successful fundraising events. Application deadline March 7, 2014. Send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to Sarah Elliott, Director of Philanthropy, at [email protected].
CC Young seeks a Corporate Development Manager. Bachelor's degree, three years development experience with a focus in corporate giving. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to [email protected].
Jonathan's Place seeks a Development Assistant. Bachelor's degree in a related field required along with two years' experience in an administrative position, preferably in a non-profit development office. Raiser's Edge experience is a plus. The full-time position pays $12/hour with a flexible work schedule. Send resume to Mack Campbell at [email protected].
There is no charge for job listings for non-profit organizations. $25 per listing per month for notices from search firms and employment agencies. For information on posting job openings for organizations and search firms, contact [email protected].
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