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As schools begin to let out and the weather warms up, take some time this month to relax, refresh, and do something that makes you happy.

Thank you for the work you do to make our community a better place for all.

Beans & Banter: President's Coffee

As part of our commitment to fostering a welcoming community and providing valuable opportunities, we’re hosting a special welcome event for new members. Whether you have 5 minutes, or 50, come and connect with fellow fundraisers.

Join us Friday, May 24th at the Tower Bar at the Momentary from 10-11 a.m.

Nominations Accepted

The deadline for submissions is 5 pm on Thursday, June 6th.

Each year, the Northwest Arkansas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals celebrates philanthropy in a big way by honoring our local philanthropists on National Philanthropy Day. 

Your organization can nominate individuals, businesses, and groups who have made Northwest Arkansas a better place to live and work through their dedication to philanthropy.

Click below to check out our website for a full list of award categories and submit your nominations for an individual or organization today.

AFP Scholarships

Each year, the AFP Northwest Arkansas Chapter awards scholarships to send members to attend AFP ICON, to cover AFP membership fees, and to reimburse CFRE exam fees. Learn about available scholarships and apply below!

The deadline to apply is June 30th and all scholarship recipients will be notified on August 15th.

Questions? Contact Kelly Horrell, Chair, Scholarship Committee, at khorrell@nwacircleoflife.org

Save the Dates

May 24: Beans & Banter: President's Welcome for New Members

June 6: Deadline to submit National Philanthropy Day Nominations

June 30: Deadline to apply for scholarships

Aug 21: Education Session -

Nonprofit Marketing and Storytelling presented by Jesse Lane, Founder and CEO of goodmakerU

Oct 16: Education Session

Nov 13: National Philanthropy Day

Chapter Webinars

Webinars are FREE for Members of AFP NWA!

Webinars are 60 minute sessions that allow you to learn the latest from the best in the field. Each session qualifies for 1 point toward CFRE education requirements. AFP webinars are a great professional development opportunity and they are free for members!

To access webinars, click on webinar link and follow prompts to register. When you click on register, it will prompt you to log-in to your BlueSky Path Learning Management System Account (different from AFP Membership Account). If you don’t have an account, please follow the instructions to create one.

Once you have accessed the account, please place the webinar in your cart and the code below (members only) should be entered in the Discount Code field (not Attendance Code). This will zero out the purchase price.

The link to the event will appear in your Purchased folder. You may watch the day the webinar is available or save it for a later date. Access to the webinars is available through December 31, 2024. 

Please direct any questions to Lindsay Dixon, Webinars Chair.

May 1: WHAT'S YOUR LEGACY? IMPLEMENTING A GIFT PLANNING PROGRAM

NOTE: This one will be available 3-5 business days after the live webinar as a recording.

May 9: THE SECRETS OF SMALL SHOP SUCCESSION PLANNING 

July 11: STRATEGIC RESOURCE MAXIMIZATION: NAVIGATING PROSPECT MANAGEMENT 

August 7: GRANT RESEARCH AND WRITING TIPS AND SKILLS 

September 7: THE STATE OF MOBILE AND ONLINE FUNDRAISING 

October 9: CENTERING HUMANS IN AI AND PERSONALIZATION 

December 4: A BETTER FUNDRAISING FEASIBILITY STUDY METHOD: HOW TO PLAN AND ENSURE A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN       

Mentorship Program

Are you passionate about giving back to the fundraising community? Do you have insights and experiences you'd love to share with emerging fundraising professionals? We invite you to consider becoming a mentor!

Applications for the mentorship program are accepted year-round. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please visit our website for more information and to apply.

Questions? Contact Alison J. Levin

AFP NWA Job Board

Featured Jobs in Fundraising

Director of Development, Arkansas Edge

Senior Director of NW Arkansas Engagement, University of Central Arkansas

Executive Director, Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter

Director of Development, University of Arkansas, Fulbright College

Development Director, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas

Need to Join or Renew

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the Northwest Arkansas Chapter of the AFP offer members the opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage in creative thinking, network with new friends and achieve great results in their work.

Membership Value Highlights

·    AFP NWA Chapter Monthly Education Sessions

·    AFP National Webinars

·    Mentorships

·    Networking with area fundraising professionals

·    Monthly Chapter Newsletters

·    Add more: AFP NWA Chapter Website: https://community.afpglobal.org/afparnorthwestchapter/home

If you have questions about your membership, please contact Kelly Sampson, VP Membership, AFP Northwest Arkansas Chapter.