Community Announcements

  • National Philanthropy Day!

    Each November, we gather for National Philanthropy Day, a luncheon and awards celebration honoring community champions for their unique contributions and dedication to nonprofit causes.

    Join us on November 14, 2023, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at the beautiful Valleybrook Country Club in Blackwood, NJ to celebrate the accomplishments of members of our community who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to leadership in philanthropy and volunteerism in South Jersey. 🎉

    If you are interested in sponsoring this event or submitting an ad to share a few words about one of the honorees, please share the event website link - https://lnkd.in/eBRC2hTs. The deadline for Sponsorships, Ads, and vendor tables is October 17, 2024.

    Tickets can also be purchased on the event website and are available until Friday, October 30, 2024.

  • Philanthropy is Black History: The Untold Stories of Black Philanthropists

    Leading Philanthropy Conference 

    Just as with American history, Black philanthropists have largely been forgotten throughout history. As an AFP Membership you have exclusive access to the recording of the AFP ICON session, Philanthropy is Black History: The Untold Stories of Black Philanthropists, at no cost. 

    Learn about the impact of Black donors, past and present, on society, and see how you can embrace a more inclusive approach to philanthropy.

    Use discount code: BLKPHILANTHROPY to access.
  • 2 more days! Learn & connect this week!

    LAST CHANCE to pre-register for this month's professional development lecture & workshop. This will be one not to miss! 

    Designing Generosity Experiences: A Recurring Giving Adventure (Exploring Ai & Technology)

    Thursday, July 18th. 8:30am-9am Networking, 9am-11am Interactive lecture & workshop. Held at Oaks Integrated Care in Mt. Holly. 

    For every professional development session, earn CFRE credits & connect with other fundraising professionals in the area. 

  • Celebrating AFP with a NEW MEMBER Discount!

    Join us in celebrating our 64th Anniversary by becoming a member of the AFP Global family today!

    $50 off Professional and Associate categories
    This discount is good for New Prospective Members and Expired Members. 

    Valid June 1 - July 31, 2024

  • Extra, Extra... Keynote Speaker Announced!

    AFP's Leading Philanthropy Conference 2024 held on September 25, 2024 at The Drexelbrook Catering & Event Center

    We are thrilled to announce Marcy Heim, CEO of The Artful Asker, as the keynote speaker at this year's Leading Philanthropy Conference!

    Marcy Heim, CEO of The Artful Asker, lives to inspire generosity and transformation! She's a resilient risk-taker who knows her mind and knows her stuff when it comes to building success in your fundraising... and your life! On stages throughout North America and beyond, Marcy delivers empowering messages with tangible tools to set your intentions for personal and professional success. Her talks are peppered with original fundraising tunes you won't be able to get out of your head! SHINE ON with Marcy!

    Register now and to receive the early bird discount and secure your seat to hear Marcy!

  • Thank you to all who attended!

    Thanks for joining us for our Meet the Funder's event! We love hearing and learning from not only the Foundations that serve our community, but also with all of the amazing fundraisers in our area. 

    Special thanks to Kingsway Learning Center for hosting, our Moderator, Kim Smith, and Panelists, Julie E. Holland, Malcolm McClain and Erik Estrada, to have such an enlightening conversation about today's topics revealing philanthropy. 

  • Mental Health Resources for Fundraisers

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month. These resources are designed to help fundraisers evaluate their own mental health and find solutions to common challenges such as burnout, quiet quitting, and competing professional and personal priorities.
  • Join AFP SNJ at our most sought-after event of the year, Meet the Funders!

    Whether you're a seasoned non-profit leader or just starting out, this event offers the tools and connections to drive meaningful change.

    The 2024 Meet the Funders will be moderated by Kim, Smith, Regional Director of Community Impact for Comcast in New Jersey, Kim will guide you through a panel discussion where you will hear directly from key funding decision makers from Columbia Bank Foundation, Community Foundation of South Jersey and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. This session is designed to help you gain insight into how your non-profit can navigate the competitive landscape to create winning proposals that advance their mission.

  • Want to Speak at Leading Philanthropy? The RFP is Now Open!

    You have a chance to lead a session at the Leading Philanthropy Conference on September 25, 2024 at The Drexelbrook in Drexel Hill!

    Do you have expertise you want to share with your peers? Are you looking for more ways to get involved within our fundraising community? Is there a topic you’re interested in presenting on?

    We are currently seeking speakers on varying topics, at multiple experience levels, for this year’s conference. Our theme this year is Building Impact Together: A Day of Collaboration for Development Professionals, and content will be focused on tackling the challenges fundraising professionals are encountering amidst the backdrop of an increasingly complex landscape. 

     The deadline for submitting a session is April 16, 2024. Speakers will be selected and notified by May 31, 2024. If you have questions, please contact chapter@afpgpc.org.

  • So, you want to be a great presenter?

    Have you ever attended a conference and thought, I'd like to be a presenter one day, but I don't know where to start. Or, have you presented before and would love to learn how to take your presentation to the next level? If you answered yes to either one of those questions, this is the session for you! 
    Our friends at AFP Greater Philadelphia Chapter is hosting an engaging workshop by Mark Chilutti, CFRE will fill you with the confidence you need to create and deliver an outstanding session.
    In it, we will discuss everything from choosing a catchy title, writing an RFP that will make it to the top of the selection committees list, creating an intriguing bio, tips on how to engage your audience, creating a PowerPoint that people can read, delivering your content with confidence, and more! 
    Tuesday, April 2 | 8:30 - 10:15 a.m. 
    Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center 
    1513 Race Street Philadelphia, PA 19102

    Pricing: $15 for Members. $50 for Non-Members. 
  • VIRTUAL SESSION: Compliance Fundraising

    VIRTUAL SESSION - ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER

    Have you always wondered whether your nonprofit organization is taking all the right steps to remain compliant?

    Are you confused by some of the laws and compliance requirements? 

    Check out the event we have in partnership With NJ Center for Non Profits, on March 21.

  • Want to make the most out of your fundraising efforts?

    We all do! Join the AFP Southern New Jersey Chapter in our engaging and great lineup of educational sessions and workshops for professionals around the area that can help you as a fundraiser! 

    Connect with like-minded individuals who want to learn and grow... just like you! 

    Check out what is in store this year, and sign up today!

    Psst.. AFP Chapter Members get a discount! Not a Member? Ask us how to become one! 

  • LIMITED OFFER: 2024 Educational Series Package

    AFP NJ Southern Chapter is offering for a limited time discount on fundraising educational series!

    MUST PURCHASE BEFORE 2/15/24!

    Package & save! Attend a full year's worth of educational sessions. The Annual Education Series Package is only offered for a limited time! Offered in the beginning of the year until the first educational session.