Association of Fundraising Professionals Chicago Chapter

⏰ The application DEADLINE for the 2024 Fellows Program is Friday, November 1, 2024! The Fellows Program is an outreach initiative of AFP Chicago created to build awareness of educational and #professionalresources. Individuals who have been in the profession for five years or less, including those who have recently transitioned to fundraising from other professions, are encouraged to take advantage of the program's offerings. The Fellows Program strives to identify those participants who might not have access to such opportunities or resources outside the program. 🔗 Apply now: https://bit.ly/3gPFALL

#Networking is the best way to build a group of great personal relationships with like-minded people -- especially professionals inspired to help Chicago’s non-profit organizations advance their missions. As a member of AFP Chicago, building your network of #fundraising friends and colleagues couldn't be easier. Join us for "AFP Chicago October 2024 Third Thursday" on Thursday, October 24th at Chicago Association Management. Register now: https://bit.ly/3zB00RU Thank you to our fantastic sponsor, Bloomerang!

AFP Chicago is grateful for the great support from our Guarantor Level and Benefactor Level Sponsors: Alford Group, Alzheimer's Association®, Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago Community Loan Fund, Chicago Public Library Foundation, Goodman Theatre, Loyola University Chicago, Lutheran Life Communities, Field Museum , The Morton Arboretum l, Navy Pier, TWB Fundraising, Woods Fund Chicago, Carlos A. Trejo, CFRE, Yes& | Lipman Hearne.

The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Chicago (AFP Chicago) seeks a strategic partner to provide comprehensive management services that will support our organization in operating sustainably and planning for future growth. Our vision is to lead a vibrant, diverse learning community of fundraising professionals who, by employing fundraising best practices, advance generosity and positive social change to improve and enrich lives in the greater Chicago area. Proposals must be received by 12:00 pm on October 28, 2024. Visit the AFP Chicago website for more information and to download the RFP: https://bit.ly/4eX1PYr

📣 FINAL Reminder!! Registration for the 48th Annual Philanthropy Awards closes on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Register today: https://bit.ly/3a8Ekfu

🎖️ AFP Chicago is grateful for the generous support from our Silver Level Sponsors: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Campbell & Company, Cooper Coleman, Greater Chicago Food Depository, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, Polk Bros. Foundation, Rush, Shedd Aquarium, The Segal Family Foundation, The Studio Account, Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, Susan and Bob Wislow. Join us for this year's Annual Philanthropy Awards on Friday, October 18, 2024 at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. 👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/3a8Ekfu

Join our AFP Chicago President, Carlos A. Trejo, CFRE, at the 48th Annual Philanthropy Awards! Registration closes on Sunday, October 13th and tickets are going fast! 🌟The Annual Philanthropy Awards will be held on October 18th from 11 am – 1:30 pm at the elegant Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. Don’t miss this inspiring luncheon celebrating philanthropy’s finest. Thank you to our Awards Sponsor, Northern Trust! 🔗 Purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/3a8Ekfu

📣 REMINDER: Registration for the 48th Annual Philanthropy Awards closes on Sunday, October 13, 2024. 🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/3a8Ekfu

📣 REMINDER: Registration for the 48th Annual Philanthropy Awards closes on Sunday, October 13, 2024. 🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/3a8Ekfu

Please join us in welcoming our fantastic lineup of presenters & moderator at "Building a Diverse Donor Base with Ethical Practices" on Friday, October 11th at Aspire Eamon Shannon Center. This workshop will explore the critical importance of #donordiversity and provide practical and #ethicalstrategies for building and sustaining a varied #donorcommunity. 📌 LaKesha Lockett, CFRE, Director of Development and Leadership Gifts, Bernie's Book Bank 📌 Fred Long, Vice President of Development, UCAN (Chicago) 📌 Anne Moore, Strategic & Legacy Gifts Manager, Northern Illinois Food Bank 📌 Kelsey Nelson, Vice President, Campbell & Company 📌 Kristin Short, Director of Resource Development, Bridge Communities 🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/3yF5HOh #ethicalfundraising #Chicagofundraising