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Your Chicago Chapter News
July 2023
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AFP Chicago Board Nominations & Applications OPEN | |
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Nomination DEADLINE: July 30, 2023
Application DEADLINE: August 15, 2023
Who are we looking for? AFP Chicago seeks Directors who are committed to the non-profit sector and to advancing philanthropy in the organizations and communities they represent. Directors are committed to ethical practice, donor rights, and other tenets of AFP Global, and are strongly committed to embracing the diversity of the Chicagoland community.
We seek nominees who:
- Are active in AFP Chicago (or other chapters) and agree to maintain an active AFP membership during service on the Board of Directors;
- Have strong leadership and service orientation, interests and experiences;
- Serve a cross-section of Chicago’s diverse communities; and
- Represent diversity of professional focus, age, race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation and geography.
What are the responsibilities for serving on the Board of Directors? Board members represent the development profession in the greater Chicagoland philanthropy community and provide strategic direction and leadership for the Chapter. We work closely to creatively develop solutions to support the Chapter’s mission. You will find a full listing of the qualifications and expectations of membership here.
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AFP Chicago’s Committee on Directorship will review all nominations, and the Chapter will present a final slate for election by AFP members. Before nominating someone other than yourself, we ask that you seek that person’s agreement to be nominated.
Contact Chair, Committee on Directorship, Nathan Armstrong at 773-509-5415, narmstrong@wttw.com or Executive Director, Traci Rivera at 312-500-1410, execdirector@afpchicago.org if you have questions.
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Workshops & Educational Opportunities | |
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Partnership Philanthropy
August Workshop
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
8:30 am: Networking
9:00 - 10:00 am: Presentation
In-Person & Virtual
As we seek to advance the missions of our institutions, partnerships are another way to gain support and expand the reach of organizations.
In this panel discussion learn about how several organizations sought partnerships, made connections and experienced success building pathways and advancing programs.
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In-Person Location:
Rosalind Franklin University
Harris Collaboration Hub/Ply Ideation Hub
3333 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL 60064
Virtual: Zoom
Members: $20 | Nonmembers: $30
Full participation in Partnership Philanthropy is applicable for 1 point in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
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AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course
September 21 and 22, 2023
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
LOCATION:
IMPACT House
200 W. Madison Street, Chicago 60606
The AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course provides new fundraisers—those with up to four years of professional experience—with an intensive introduction into the building blocks of effective practice. To design this 16-hour course, experienced fundraising professionals evolved AFP’s introductory programs to address the real-world needs and challenges non-profit organizations face every day.
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This intensive program will provide an overview of skills, techniques, and program components for individuals with 0-4 years of fundraising experience or a great “back to the basics” for veteran fundraisers.
Meet the Faculty
The course is organized into seven modules:
This program is approved for 16 CFRE points.
Members: $390 | Nonmembers: $490
Textbook and lunch included with registration fee.
Contact Kate Bousom, CFRE or Renee Davis with questions.
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Fellows Program
Observations, Opinions and Outlooks (Part 2): Succeeding as a Diverse Fundraiser
Thursday, August 24, 2023
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Virtual
How can diverse fundraisers successfully navigate obstacles within their organizations and with donors? How can they achieve job satisfaction and professional advancement despite the difficulties? Building upon the conversation from last year’s AFP Fellows special session, panelists will discuss how to overcome internal and external challenges encountered as a diverse fundraising professional.
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Moderator
Kimberly Vann, CFRE | LinkedIn
Director of Foundation Relations and Grants
Greater Chicago Food Depository
Panelists:
Ishan Johnson, CFRE | LinkedIn
Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer, Boston Lyric Opera
Nate Downing | LinkedIn
Director of Development/ Relationship Manager, Illinois Institute of Technology
Genesis Watkins | LinkedIn
Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Greater Chicago Food Depository
Yashica Weeks, CFRE, CAP® | LinkedIn
Director of Gift Planning, DuPage Foundation
Tiffany Williams | LinkedIn
Founder and Principal, TJ Marie Consulting
This program is available to Fellows and Peer Mentoring participants.
Please email Shawn Jezak at shawn@afpchicago.org to receive a registration link.
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Peer Mentoring Committee Members Give Back through Service
Submitted by Jennifer Dettloff, Co-Chair of Peer Mentoring Committee, Director of Alumni & Volunteer Engagement at UChicago Medicine & Biological Sciences Development
The Peer Mentoring Committee is always looking for new members to guide, shape and operate the AFP Chicago Peer Mentoring Program, which connects early- to mid-career fundraisers with more-experienced professionals for a structured, 12-month partnership. This month we’re highlighting our two newest committee members, Logan Heggemann, CFRE, Senior Associate Director, Annual Giving Appeals, University of Chicago, and Kitty Snow, Director of Advancement, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Both joined the committee following their experiences as protégés. Previous program participation is not a requirement to serve on the Peer Mentoring Committee–please contact us if you are a Chapter member interested in learning more about the committee.
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Logan Heggemann, CFRE, Senior Associate Director, Annual Giving Appeals, University of Chicago | |
Kitty Snow, Director of Advancement, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | |
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1. How did you first get involved with the Peer Mentoring Program?
LH: I first got involved in the spring of 2021 when I applied as a protégé and was matched with mentor Christopher Chantson. I moved to Chicago shortly before COVID-19 and was interested in not only expanding my professional network through AFP and the Peer Mentoring Program, but also looking to chart new career growth.
KS: While serving on the AFP Chicago Member Engagement Committee in 2021, I worked with Jennifer Dettloff and Christopher Chantson to execute a virtual member program dedicated to enlightening chapter members on the finer points of the Peer Mentoring program. A year later, I was a member of the Spring 2022 cohort of protégés. John Huebler was my mentor.
2. When you think of your mentor, what one word would you use to describe your experience with this individual?
LH: Constructive
KS: Reassuring
3. What made you decide to become a member of the Peer Mentoring Committee?
LH: I gained so much from my participation in the Peer Mentoring Program as a protégé, including career advancement and a larger network. I wanted to be a part of providing that experience to other up-and-coming fundraising professionals.
KS: I enjoyed a productive and rewarding peer mentoring relationship with my mentor. He was a voice of reason, shared sage advice, and was a good listener, as I worked my way through a potential career shift that year. I will always be grateful for his presence in my life during that challenging time. It then became apparent to me that I needed to pay it forward and work with future mentors and protégés to help provide the same experience that I had. This year, I am serving as a liaison between a mentor and protégé.
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Continue reading Logan and Kitty’s perspectives here
MORE INFORMATION
To learn more about the Peer Mentoring Program please visit the AFP Chicago website.
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47th Annual Philanthropy Awards Sponsorship Opportunities | |
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For over 45 years, AFP Chicago has honored the committed, passionate individuals and corporations who work on behalf of the nonprofit organizations that AFP Chicago serves. Our annual awards program recognizes the outstanding achievements of these individuals, foundations and corporate philanthropists, fundraising volunteers, and fundraising executives. AFP Chicago is pleased to honor those who demonstrate high ethical standards and exemplify the philanthropic spirit of our great city.
This year's Philanthropy Awards will be held at the Union League Club of Chicago. The event will begin with networking in the Crystal Room and move to the Lincoln Room for a luncheon and awards presentation.
11:00 - 11:45 am: Networking, Crystal Room
12:00 - 1:30 pm: Luncheon and Presentation, Lincoln Room
Celebrate philanthropy in Chicago and the incredible achievements of our distinguished honorees!
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Please share this code with non-members!
Join us in celebrating AFP Global's 63rd Anniversary by becoming a member today!
AFPANNI23
$50 Professional/Associate or New Member Discount
Valid June 1 - July 31, 2023
Follow these steps to avail of this special offer:
- Fill out the membership invitation as usual, but deduct $50.00 from the total.
- Include this coupon with your payment.*
- Complete your application and send it in via mail or email between June 1 and July 31, 2023.
*Coupon must be included with payment.
One coupon per new or Professional/Associate member.
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The July 15 CFRE Application Deadline is Nearly Here | |
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In uncertain times, ensure your fundraising skill set is up-to-date and ready to meet any challenge head on.
Earning the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential will help ensure you’re following ethical best practices in all areas of your work and doing right by donors.
As a CFRE, you’ll join a global network of more than 7,700 fundraising professionals upholding confidence, ethics, and professionalism in their practice.
It’s your turn to stand out and get ahead. Start and submit your CFRE application in time for the July 15 deadline.
Our members enjoy 20% off the cost of CFRE certification and recertification.
Learn more at www.cfre.org.
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The AFP Chicago Online Job Source is the go-to resource for not-for-profit job opportunities as well as connect employers to highly skilled development professionals.
- Jobs are promoted via email twice per month to over 3,000 fundraisers.
- Job posts are available to AFP Chicago members as well as non-members.
- Organizations do not have to be an AFP Chicago member to post a job.
- 24/7 access to job listings through the AFP Chicago website.
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If you have news to share relating to the fundraising industry please email your story and a photo to shelbi@afpchicago.org. Submissions will be subject to approval.
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AFP Chicago Chapter
(312) 500-1410
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