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SUMMARY:What’s the big IDEA? The Fundraiser’s Role in Enhancing Inclusion\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Access
DESCRIPTION:More and more\, funders are asking nonprofits to describe how their work advances diversity and inclusion in our community. As grant and fundraising professionals\, we must be prepared to respond to this question and understand how programs are (and are not) addressing these issues\, and how that might impact our ability to meet our fundraising goals. \nAt this half-day conference\, you will hear from Dr. Masum Momaya\, whose work has focused on equality and social justice for the past 20 years. Dr. Momaya will discuss diversity\, equity\, and inclusion efforts within the national funding landscape\, and how funders are increasingly looking to grantees for new and innovative solutions. You will also hear from a panel of local funders who will discuss how their current and future grant-making priorities are helping to promote greater diversity and equity in the St. Louis area. \nAgenda: \n\n\n8:30-9:00 AM: Registration\, check-in\, breakfast (included)\, and networking \n\n\n9:00-10:00 AM: Keynote \n\n\n10:00-10:15 AM: Break \n\n\n10:15-11:45 AM: Local funder panel \n\n\nKeynote: The keynote address\, “Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion and the National Funding Landscape\,” will be given by Masum Momaya\, Ed.D. Dr. Momaya has over 20 years of experience working for women’s rights\, gender\, race and class equality\, and social justice. She is the Founder of “Curating Words\, Strategies and Sights for Justice and Rights”; Open Society Foundations Fellow for Leadership in Government; Chicago Council on Global Affairs Fellow for Global Cities and Culture; Consultant for Helicon Collaborative; and Curator of Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the Nation\, a Smithsonian exhibition traveling through 2020. \nFunder Panel: Three local funders will share their thoughts on the importance of diversity in service provision and how they are helping to promote diversity within the St. Louis nonprofit community through their grant-making strategies. Each of the funders will also share some history about their organizations\, including their past grant-making strategies\, and areas of opportunity now or in the future. The panelists will include: \n\n\nMegan Armentrout\, Program Associate\, Incarnate Word Foundation \n\n\nPaulette Foerster\, Director of Programs\, St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund \n\n\nKristin Cowart\, Senior Project Director\, Children’s Services\, St. Louis Mental Health Board
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/whats-the-big-idea-the-fundraisers-role-in-enhancing-inclusion-diversity-equity-and-access/
LOCATION:Missouri Foundation for Health\, 4254 Vista Ave.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="GPA St. Louis":MAILTO:info@gpastlouis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T164612Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing Moves Management Into Your Life!
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop explores the value of moves management for major gift programs. You can make moves management a “healthy habit” by institutionalizing this vital process into your development program. Embracing moves management will make you a more intentional fundraiser and you won’t have to scramble through the tyranny of the annual fund because you will know – at a glance – where you are with your key donors. \nAbout the Presenter:  Wendy Dyer\nWendy has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits in more than two decades as a consultant\, from north to south and throughout the Midwest.  She has helped pump millions of dollars into the economy – expanding programs and building schools\, health centers and cultural places – bringing opportunity to thousands of people.  A frequent presenter and trainer\, Wendy encourages agencies to find their “sizzle” and embrace her mantra that “People are giving money away\, anyway\, might as well be to you.”  She is currently helping to manage $80 million in projects across the region.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/bringing-moves-management-into-your-life/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="NSC":MAILTO:learn@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T100000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
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SUMMARY:Anatomy of a Donor Letter
DESCRIPTION:About the Session\n\n\nJust like surgeons need to know the shape of the skeleton\, the physical layout of the internal organs\, and the connective tissues of the muscles and ligaments in order to perform a delicate surgery\, fundraisers need to know the essentials of a good letter in order to effectively reach their audience and encourage maximum giving. From what to include (a PS\, of course!) and what to exclude (condescension and jargon\, obviously)\, to how it all looks\, a good letter takes skill as well as an understanding of current best practices.\nIn this interactive session\, a fundraising consultant (Amie) and a copywriter (Stephan) will show you the essential elements of a good fundraising letter. Live examples from local and national organizations will be used to highlight the good\, the bad\, and (occasionally) the ugly.\nAttendees will leave with specific tools and resource recommendations\, including a checklist to help them better plan and deliver their next control-beating letter. \nAbout the Presenters\nAmie Bossi\, MPPA\, CFRE is an independent fundraising consultant who has worked with numerous local nonprofits in various roles to improve their operations and expand their revenue. Her experience covers everything from direct mail to major gifts for nonprofits in the St. Louis region and beyond. She can be reached at amiebossi9@gmail.com.\nStephan Mathys is a freelance copywriter who has written letters\, e-mails\, grants\, and other marketing and fundraising content for missions in the St. Louis area and across the country. His prior career as an insurance data specialist allows him to not only offer content creation but strategic planning and financial forecasting skill. He can be reached at stephan@sjmcopywriting.com \n\nPrice\n$10 – AFP Members\n$20 – Non-Members \nAgenda\n8:30 a.m. – Registration & Networking\n9:00 a.m. – Program\n9:45 a.m. – Q&A
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/anatomy-of-a-donor-letter/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T173000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190425T205919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T205919Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Gateway Conference on Philanthropy: Evolve
DESCRIPTION:$140 for AFP members ($165 after July 14)\n$185 for non-members ($210 after July 14)\nAbout the Conference \nWhat is changing and what is staying the same? How can we evolve to keep up with new technology that can develop agile and adaptive fundraising campaigns\, while at the same time maintain strong relationships through traditional face-to-face cultivation and stewardship?  We must refine and transform our strategies to respond to the ever changing behavior and trends of the world that we all live in\, striving to be inclusive and responsive individuals. Join AFP St. Louis for a day of education\, conversation and networking as we explore new strategies in fund development\, while also reinforcing those classic best practices that remain constant.\nClick here to learn more! \nPre-Conference Programs \nJoin us for two days of pre-conference programs!\nCFRE Refresher Course (formerly CFRE Review Course)\nAugust 26 & 27\n8:00 am – 4:30 pm at Network for Strong Communities\n$400 – AFP Members\n$500 -Non-Members\nClick here to learn more and to register!\nFundraising 101 & 102\nAugust 27\n8:30 am – 4:00 pm at Network for Strong Communities\n$99 – AFP Members\n$125 – Non-Members\n$85 – Young Professional Members\nClick here to learn more and to register!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/2019-gateway-conference-on-philanthropy-evolve/
LOCATION:Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel\, 191 Westport Plaza \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63146\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190827T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190425T205628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T205628Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraising 101
DESCRIPTION:Join AFP St. Louis for a full day of learning and dialogue about the basics of fundraising. Designed for those new to the fundraising and nonprofit management professions\, this interactive seminar offers an overview of a range of topics in fundraising\, development\, and management including the nature of nonprofits\, prospect research and management\, annual giving strategies\, donor cultivation and stewardship\, budgeting and goal setting\, special events\, and more. Fundraising 101 will be facilitated by two advanced professionals with a combined 40 years of experience in the field. \nMEET THE PRESENTERS:\nJim Schallom\, MPPA\, CFRE\nDirector of Resource Development\nSherwood Forest\nJim Schallom\, MPPA\, CFRE\, is Director of Resource Development for Sherwood Forest where he is responsible for major gifts\, annual giving\, corporate and foundation relations\, community relations\, volunteer engagement\, planned giving\, and board development. He provides staff leadership to the organization’s first-ever capital and endowment campaign – Way More Than Camp. Prior roles have included Director of Development for Missouri and Indiana at College Summit and Membership Director for the Saint Louis Science Center.\nJim has served on the AFP St. Louis Board of Directors for six years and is currently Chapter President. He also co-leads the Alumni Affinity Group for the NPML Program at UMSL. He holds a BA in Education and Certificate in Business Administration from Saint Louis University and a Masters of Public Policy Administration and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Jim earned designation as a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) in 2014 and was recognized by AFP St. Louis as Outstanding Young Professional at National Philanthropy Day in 2015.\nTheresa Fleck\, CFRE\nSenior Consultant\nLet’s Build Hope\, LLC\nTheresa L. Fleck\, CFRE\, has been raising funds successfully since 2001. Ms. Fleck has extensive experience developing strategy and executing fundraising plans for a wide range of nonprofit organizations\, including universities\, independent schools\, social service agencies\, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and arts organizations.\nShe has a proven track record of designing and implementing comprehensive strategic and tactical plans for all levels of fund development and considerable training in planned and major gifts\, capital campaigns\, event planning\, annual fund execution\, donor stewardship and board development. A seasoned fundraising professional\, Ms. Fleck has managed\, mentored and collaborated with boards\, volunteers and staff to focus on the identification and long-term cultivation of donors. Her career experience also includes strategic planning\, admissions\, board training\, executive-level leadership\, marketing\, public relations and communications.\nMs. Fleck is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)\, a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the St. Louis Planned Giving Council (SLPGC). She has spoken regionally at professional development sessions for both the Rhode Island and Greater St. Louis Chapters of AFP and nationally for the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). She has served on the board of AFP\, Rhode Island and AFP\, Greater St. Louis Region in a variety of leadership roles\, including marketing chair and conference chair. Ms. Fleck holds a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management from Washington University in St. Louis and a dual Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Public Relations and English Literature from Ohio Northern University.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/fundraising-101/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190828
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190313T190007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T190007Z
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SUMMARY:CFRE Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:August 26\, 2019 7:30 AM to August 27\, 2019 3:00 PM \n\nPRICE\n\n\n$400 – AFP Members\n$500 – Non-members \nSCHEDULE\nAugust 26\n7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.    – Registration/Check-in\n8:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.   – Morning\n11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Lunch Break\n12:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.  – Afternoon\nAugust 27\n7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.     – Registration/Check-in\n8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   – Morning\n12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. – Lunch Break\n12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.   – Afternoon \nABOUT THE COURSE\nPrepare for the CFRE exam with AFP St. Louis.  This two-day course includes knowledgeable\, top-notch instructors and case studies to assist you in preparing for the exam.  Join us! \nParticipation in the AFP CFRE Refresher Course may assist you in learning or reviewing concepts covered on the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) examination as detailed on the Test Content Outline provided by CFRE International. However\, the AFP CFRE Refresher Course is not designed specifically as a prep course for the exam.  It is designed to provide a review of concepts one should know at the five-year experience level. \nAFP highly recommends that this refresher course be just one of the resources you use in preparing to take the CFRE exam.  Your study should also include reading books that appear on the CFRE Resource Reading List. \n\nIf you have any questions about this course\, please contact Lyndsey Reichardt at  lreichardt@oasisnet.org. \nIf you need help registering\, please contact admin@afpstl.org. 
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/cfre-refresher-course-2/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190723T185948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T185948Z
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SUMMARY:12 Foundational Fundraising Principles
DESCRIPTION:About the Session\n\nAt this session Martin will discuss a set of foundational principles that he has observed\, experienced and practiced that led to the raising of over $500 million dollars during his 24 year fundraising career. During the talk he will answer several questions: How does fundraising benefit our organizations; What does fundraising do for donors; and What’s in it for us? This is an opportunity to gain new insights into the nature of fundraising\, your role in fundraising\, and leave inspired and challenged by this set of powerful underlying principles.\nAbout the Presenter: Martin Leifeld\nConsultant\nMartin Leifeld Leadership & Fundraising\nMartin Leifeld\, author\, coach\, consultant and public speaker\, directed the raising of over $500 million dollars during his 24 years of fundraising leadership in the St. Louis region. Martin authored the book\, FIVE MINUTES FOR FUNDRAISING – A Collection of Expert Advice from Gifted Fundraisers. MartinLeifeld.com provides nearly 100 video presentations about leadership and fundraising matters.\nMartin served as vice chancellor for university advancement at UMSL for 10 years. He led a dramatic increase in fundraising\, averaging $26.4 million per year. University Advancement had 140 employees and a $16 million budget focusing upon alumni engagement\, community relations\, fundraising\, marketing and communication\, university events and St. Louis Public Radio.\nPreviously Leifeld was associate vice president for university development at Saint Louis University and director of development for the Diocese of Belleville\, Ill.\nMartin was named the 2018 Outstanding Fundraising Executive by the AFP St. Louis Regional Chapter. \nPrice\n\n$10 – AFP Member\n$20 – Non-member \nAgenda\n5:30 pm – Registration/Networking\n6:00 pm – Presentation\n6:45 pm – Q&A
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/12-foundational-fundraising-principles/
LOCATION:Emmaus Homes\, 3731 Mueller Rd.\, Saint Charles\, MO\, 63301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190625T184427Z
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SUMMARY:Learning From Our Mistakes
DESCRIPTION:Price\n\n\n\n\n$10 – AFP Member\n$20 – Non-member \nAgenda\n5:30 pm – Registration/Networking\n6:00 pm – Panel Discussion\n6:45 pm – Q&A \n\nAbout the Session\n\n\nOhhhh….now I get it! For most of us hindsight is 20/20. Just as in life\, as fundraising professionals\, we make mistakes. If we are smart about it\, we look at those mistakes as opportunities\, and figure out how to do better the next time. At this session\, a panel of three distinguished nonprofit professionals will humbly share lessons learned on a variety of development topics including career development\, management\, special events\, and donor relations. Participants will be part of this conversation as they live and learn together\, and consider how they can avoid easy missteps in the future. \nAbout the Moderator\nKatie McGovern\nDirector of Development\nThe ALS Association St. Louis Regional Chapter\nKatie McGovern has 15 years’ experience in development\, communications and volunteer and staff management. Katie currently serves as the director of development at The ALS Association and is responsible for overseeing and facilitating all fundraising activity\, along with board\, volunteers and fellow staff. Katie is a long-standing AFP member and has served on a number of AFP committees. She has presented on local and national platforms on topics including donor stewardship\, building the donor pipeline\, growing mid-level donors and the effects of the Ice Bucket Challenge. She has received several awards for her leadership\, including Mentor of the Year from the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN.) \nAbout the Panelists\nLyndsey Reichardt\nSenior Director of Development\nOasis\nLyndsey has been in nonprofit fundraising for 14 years.  She is Senior Director of Development at Oasis\, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to healthy aging through lifelong learning\, healthy lifestyles\, and civic engagement.  Lyndsey joined AFP in 2009\, and has been involved in a number of committees and board positions. She is currently serving as President Elect. Lyndsey earned her CFRE in 2012\, her Masters in Public Affairs from Mizzou in 2011\, and a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations from Missouri State University in 2005.\nIn 2014\, Lyndsey was recognized by the St. Louis Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals as the Young Professional Fundraiser of the Year.  She is also a former Chamberlain Scholar\, and was named to the St. Louis Business Journal’s 30 Under 30 list in 2011. Lyndsey and her husband live in Ballwin with their 4 year old daughter and 8 month old son.\nJarel Loveless\nManaging Director of Development\nTeach for America St. Louis\nJarel Loveless is the Managing Director of Development at Teach for America St. Louis. He has previously held development roles at the Saint Louis Science Center\, the Saint Louis Art Museum\, and the University of Missouri – St. Louis.\nBefore returning to his hometown of St. Louis and embarking upon his nonprofit career twelve years ago\, Jarel worked as a reporter at the Fayetteville (N.C.) Observer.\nLisa Picker\nExecutive Director\nWomen’s Foundation of Greater St. Louis\nLisa Picker is Executive Director of the Women’s Foundation of Greater St. Louis\, a regional catalyst for workplace\, individual\, and policy change that advances women’s economic success. During her career\, Lisa has worked to protect and empower victims of domestic and sexual violence and to help students to become the first in their family to graduate with a post-secondary degree. Since starting with the WFSTL in April 2018\, Lisa’s leadership has doubled the reach and impact of the organization’s Women in the Workplace: Employment Scorecard initiative. Lisa is a graduate of the Missouri School of Journalism and has been recognized as an “Emerging Leader” through the national Bank of America “Neighborhood Builders” program.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/learning-from-our-mistakes/
LOCATION:Schlafly Bottleworks \, 7260 Southwest Avenue\, Maplewood\, MO\, 63143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T100000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190425T205356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T205356Z
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SUMMARY:Ask the Expert! Roundtable Conversations with Advanced Professionals
DESCRIPTION:About the Session\nChoose your own adventure! At this event\, you’ll be able to select the two sessions that most interest you. We’ll have advanced professionals (those with 15 years or more of experience) host conversations around some of the biggest challenges we face as fundraisers – from projecting development revenue to getting your Board involved.\nPrice\n$30 – AFP Members\n$45 – Non-members \nFull list of topics and presenters to come soon!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/ask-the-expert-roundtable-conversations-with-advanced-professionals/
LOCATION:Vue 17\, 1034 S. Brentwood Blvd. #1700\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190521T144339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T144339Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Fundraising For Introverts: How To Raise More By Finding Confidence in Networking\, Face-To-Face Asks\, Telephone Calls and More..
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning fundraisers Nikki Bell and Simon Scriver\, who have overcome anxiety and self-doubt to become public speaking contest winners & successful relationship fundraisers\, will share their learnings of how to achieve your fundraising goals when all you really want to do is hide behind your desk. \nYou’re empathetic\, creative and skilled in spotting opportunities\, all qualities to be a great fundraiser. But to be an amazing fundraiser you need to put yourself out there\, network constantly and be comfortable in front of a crowd.  Let’s face it…we don’t always feel up to it.\nIn this webinar introverts\, Nikki & Simon will give you the tools and the confidence you need to open new doors\, boost your fundraising and advance your career.\nWhat we will cover during the live nonprofit training webinar: \n\n\nHow introverts can get the most out of networking events…even when you dread them \n\n\nHow to structure a successful and confident phone call \n\n\nHow to make great presentations and pitches as an introvert \n\n\nHow to make an ask face-to-face as an introvert and overcome your fear \n\n\nHow to build your on-line presence and make the most of social media \n\n\nHow to gain confidence and build your personal brand to open new doors and advance your career \n\n\nYour Bonus Materials \n\n\nNetworking Cheat Sheet For Introverts \n\n\nThe Introverts Telephone Fundraising Check-list \n\n\nSample Telephone Structure & Transcript \n\n\nStarting Social Media Networking – How To Guide \n\n\nSlides and recording \n\n\n\nAbout Your Presenter Simon Scriver\n\nSimon Scriver is a professional fundraising consultant\, coach\, trainer\, Board Member and practitioner. \nSimon has won Fundraising Ireland’s ‘Small Budget\, Big Impact’ and ‘Supplier Of The Year’ Awards\, as well as Eircom’s Start-up Award. He is a TEDx speaker and has previously won the Toastmasters UK & Ireland International Speech Contest. A board member of a small non-profit ‘Making Connections’\, he also sits on the Advisory Panel of Rogare\, the international fundraising think tank\, and is a member of the Institute of Fundraising and the AFP.\n​Simon also offers consultancy to some of the biggest and smallest charities in Ireland and abroad. He offers advice and training to non-profits to make their fundraising more cost-effective\, speaking regularly at international conferences. He holds a Diploma in Fundraising and a Certificate in Fundraising. \nAbout Your Presenter Nikki Bell \nNikki Bell MinstF (Cert) is an award-winning relationship fundraiser\, #SocialCEO Rising Star\, and international speaker. \nWith a certificate in fundraising and over eight years’ experience in the charity sector\, Nikki has worked with community\, individual giving\, telephone\, F2F and corporate fundraising teams for charities large and small; responsible for growing and leading fundraisers\, developing strategies\, and raising money through innovation and strong relationships. Having recently worked with the British Heart Foundation\, leading fundraising for the North East of England and managing the charity’s 2018 brand refresh\, Nikki now works as a consultant\, trainer and mentor with KEDA Consulting.\nWith a passion for supporting and celebrating brilliant fundraising\, Nikki sits on the Institute of Fundraising’s National Fundraising Convention board\, as well as organising the North East of England Fundraising Conference.  She also blogs at www.charitynikki.com and tweets at @CharityNikki.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/webinar-fundraising-for-introverts-how-to-raise-more-by-finding-confidence-in-networking-face-to-face-asks-telephone-calls-and-more-2/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190514T205556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T205556Z
UID:3786-1559656800-1559660400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Generational Giving Strategies
DESCRIPTION:2-Part Webinar Series\nPart 1: Tuesday\, June 4\, 2019 from 2:00-3:00 PM CDT\nPart 2: Tuesday\, June 11\, 2019 from 2:00-3:00 PM CDT\n\n\nFundraising is about getting to know your donors’ values\, beliefs\, and experiences. Knowing and understanding their generational tendencies (i.e. Matures\, Baby Boomers\, Generation X\, Millennials\, and Generation Z) is one way to help build stronger relationships.\nLearn the characteristic differences between each generation and how to build upon those in your development and communications plan implementation. Develop your events to target audiences and segment your appeals to speak the language of your donors. For example\, why send a direct mail piece to a Millennial\, if they don’t have a checkbook? We will talk about social media platforms too\, and how to effectively boost your donor engagement.\nOur world keeps changing and as nonprofit organizations we need to be nimble and continue to adjust our approach\, staying true to the fundamental rule of fundraising: it’s all about the people.\nYou will leave this workshop with: \n\nKnowledge about each of the five generations and their tendencies to apply to your own donor data\nFundraising strategies to address each generation in a targeted way\nNew ideas on how to engage your audience through different social media platforms\, with a generational lens\nReasons why personalizing and segmenting your donor development and communications activities by generation will yield deeper relationships with your donors.\n\nAll sessions take place Tuesdays from 12:00pm to 1:00pm Pacific Time. All sessions will be recorded and the recordings will be made available to all registered participants. Participants who are unable to attend one or more of the sessions will still have access to all course materials.\nAbout the Presenter:\nRebecca Zanatta\, Partner & Vice President\, Ostara Group\nRebecca loves philanthropy. She has spent her career in nonprofit management teaching people the value of relationships. Her philosophy focuses on people and putting the why first. Spending time with family and seeking adventure through travel is where you will find her when she isn’t trying to better the world through the power of philanthropy.\nParticipating in community is an important value of Rebecca’s work. She is a past President of Northwest Development Officers Association (NDOA)\, now AFP – Advancement Northwest\, the largest professional association of fundraisers in Washington State. Recently Rebecca joined the faculty at Seattle University in the Master in Nonprofit Leadership program. She is a graduate of the Leadership Tomorrow program in Seattle\, serves on the WSU Foundation Board of Trustees and is a sustaining member of the Junior League of Seattle.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/generational-giving-strategies/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T153000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190521T144118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T144118Z
UID:3791-1559052000-1559057400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Fundraising For Introverts: How To Raise More By Finding Confidence in Networking\, Face-To-Face Asks\, Telephone Calls and More..
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning fundraisers Nikki Bell and Simon Scriver\, who have overcome anxiety and self-doubt to become public speaking contest winners & successful relationship fundraisers\, will share their learnings of how to achieve your fundraising goals when all you really want to do is hide behind your desk. \nYou’re empathetic\, creative and skilled in spotting opportunities\, all qualities to be a great fundraiser. But to be an amazing fundraiser you need to put yourself out there\, network constantly and be comfortable in front of a crowd.  Let’s face it…we don’t always feel up to it.\nIn this webinar introverts\, Nikki & Simon will give you the tools and the confidence you need to open new doors\, boost your fundraising and advance your career.\nWhat we will cover during the live nonprofit training webinar: \n\n\nHow introverts can get the most out of networking events…even when you dread them \n\n\nHow to structure a successful and confident phone call \n\n\nHow to make great presentations and pitches as an introvert \n\n\nHow to make an ask face-to-face as an introvert and overcome your fear \n\n\nHow to build your on-line presence and make the most of social media \n\n\nHow to gain confidence and build your personal brand to open new doors and advance your career \n\n\nYour Bonus Materials \n\n\nNetworking Cheat Sheet For Introverts \n\n\nThe Introverts Telephone Fundraising Check-list \n\n\nSample Telephone Structure & Transcript \n\n\nStarting Social Media Networking – How To Guide \n\n\nSlides and recording \n\n\n\nAbout Your Presenter Simon Scriver\n\nSimon Scriver is a professional fundraising consultant\, coach\, trainer\, Board Member and practitioner. \nSimon has won Fundraising Ireland’s ‘Small Budget\, Big Impact’ and ‘Supplier Of The Year’ Awards\, as well as Eircom’s Start-up Award. He is a TEDx speaker and has previously won the Toastmasters UK & Ireland International Speech Contest. A board member of a small non-profit ‘Making Connections’\, he also sits on the Advisory Panel of Rogare\, the international fundraising think tank\, and is a member of the Institute of Fundraising and the AFP.\n​Simon also offers consultancy to some of the biggest and smallest charities in Ireland and abroad. He offers advice and training to non-profits to make their fundraising more cost-effective\, speaking regularly at international conferences. He holds a Diploma in Fundraising and a Certificate in Fundraising. \nAbout Your Presenter Nikki Bell \nNikki Bell MinstF (Cert) is an award-winning relationship fundraiser\, #SocialCEO Rising Star\, and international speaker. \nWith a certificate in fundraising and over eight years’ experience in the charity sector\, Nikki has worked with community\, individual giving\, telephone\, F2F and corporate fundraising teams for charities large and small; responsible for growing and leading fundraisers\, developing strategies\, and raising money through innovation and strong relationships. Having recently worked with the British Heart Foundation\, leading fundraising for the North East of England and managing the charity’s 2018 brand refresh\, Nikki now works as a consultant\, trainer and mentor with KEDA Consulting.\nWith a passion for supporting and celebrating brilliant fundraising\, Nikki sits on the Institute of Fundraising’s National Fundraising Convention board\, as well as organising the North East of England Fundraising Conference.  She also blogs at www.charitynikki.com and tweets at @CharityNikki.\nIf You Register and Cannot Attend\, You Will Get the Webinar Recording\, Slides\, and Bonus Materials
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/webinar-fundraising-for-introverts-how-to-raise-more-by-finding-confidence-in-networking-face-to-face-asks-telephone-calls-and-more/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T131500
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190325T191514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T191514Z
UID:3735-1558437300-1558444500@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:What Your High Net-Worth Donor/Clients Want You to Know
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Vivan Loy\, CFP Senior Wealth Strategist\, PNC Wealth Management\n\n\nAbout the presentation: In depth studies have been done by the Nonprofit Community to determine what motivates Major Donors\, but more importantly what these high net-worth donor/clients expect of their professional advisors.  Above and beyond the legal and tax components\, which are expected\, these motivated individuals expect EVERY member of the planning team to understand\, guide and support the personal and philanthropic goals.’\n\n\n\nCE: Pending Approval for 1.25 CFRE continuing education points and 1.5 CLE credit hours from The Missouri Bar.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/what-your-high-net-worth-donor-clients-want-you-to-know/
LOCATION:Saint Louis Club\, 7701 Forsyth Blvd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Louis Council of Charitable Gift Planners":MAILTO:admin@slccgp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190425T205155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T205155Z
UID:3762-1557822600-1557828000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Digital Fundraising Do's and Don'ts
DESCRIPTION:About the Program:\nWith so many digital fundraising opportunities available\, which is best for your organization? Do you have a strategic plan in place for these opportunities? Learn about how you can take advantage of all of the new ways to engage your donors. From making sure you are hitting your target audience to not missing a single donation to your organization on Facebook\, Katie will walk you through the steps to help you meet your SMART goals and take your organization to the next level. \nAbout the Speaker:\nKatie Stuckenschneider is the Marketing & Digital Media Manager at Forest Park Forever\, the nonprofit conservancy that partners with the City of St. Louis to care for Forest Park. She has been with Forest Park Forever for almost a year. Previous to Forest Park Forever\, Katie was the Communications Director at PROMO\, Missouri’s statewide LGBTQ advocacy organization for six years. She is a lover and believer of organizing communities through digital and traditional media. Katie is an experienced content creator\, analytics converter\, and has a strong track record of implementing and executing communications strategies aligned with the heart of the missions of various nonprofits.\nKatie is also a speaker. She has spoken at various media conferences and colleges across the state and country. In her spare time\, she enjoys biking\, hiking\, craft beer\, and being outdoors. \nAgenda:\n8:30 am – Registration\n9:00 am – Program\n9:45 am – Q&A \nCost:\n$10 – AFP Members\n$20 – Non-Members
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/digital-fundraising-dos-and-donts/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190325T190923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190325T190923Z
UID:3731-1557387900-1557414000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:St. Louis Council of Charitable Gift Planners 2019 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:formerly the Saint Louis Planned Giving Council\n2019 Annual Conference: Left + Right = Whole Brain: Bridging the Gap for a Better Client and Donor Experience\n\nSchedule at a Glance\n7:45 – 8:15 am – Registration and Breakfast\n8:15 – 9:45 am – Welcome and Keynote\, Rebecca Rothey\, CFRE\, CAP\n10:00 – 2:00 pm – Conference Workshops\n2:00 – 2:50 pm – Closing Keynote\, George Bailey\, JD\, CMO\n3:00 pm – Networking Happy Hour \nClick HERE to register to attend \nEarly Bird Registration by April 15 Members $125\, Non-members $175\, Students $30 \nAfter April 15 Members $150\, Non-members $200\, Students $30 \nExhibit Booths $500 Click HERE for form
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/st-louis-council-of-charitable-gift-planners-2019-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Purser Hall\, Logan University\, 1851 Schoettler Road\, Chesterfield\, 63017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Louis Council of Charitable Gift Planners":MAILTO:admin@slccgp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190103T175348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190103T175348Z
UID:3603-1555403400-1555412400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Planned Giving 101 Boot Camp Series (Part 3)
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\n8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Registration\n9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Session \nSpeaker:\nDianne S. Johnson\, JD\, VP\, Insitutional Advancement\nMissouri Botanical Garden     \nMORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/planned-giving-101-boot-camp-series-part-3/
LOCATION:Alberici\, 8800 Page Ave.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190405T100000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190313T185806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T185806Z
UID:3707-1554451200-1554458400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:5 1/2 Ways to Incorporate Major and Planned Gifts into Your Annual Giving Program - Without Growing Your Staff
DESCRIPTION:Price\n$20 – AFP Members\n$40 – Non-members \nAgenda\n8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. – Registration and Networking\n8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. – Program \nAbout the Session\nParticipants will learn more than five ways to incorporate major and planned giving principles into their fundraising operations. Professionals will leave with specific strategies that could be implemented immediately – without hiring additional staff. This interactive session will include reading recommendations and additional sources to support the ideas shared. \nAbout the Presenter\nJenny Pratt\, CAP\nDirector of Major and Planned Gifts\nThe Muny\nAs The Muny’s Director of Major and Planned Gifts\, Jenny primarily is responsible for helping individual donors feel great about making Muny magic possible for generations to come through gifts of at least $5\,000 or by becoming a member of The Henry Kiel Society with a planned gift. She came to The Muny in June 2018 after five years as Director of Development for Pi Beta Phi Foundation and previously held a number of roles within Purdue University’s annual giving program. Jenny is a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy and believes EVERYone has a role to play in major and planned giving.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/5-1-2-ways-to-incorporate-major-and-planned-gifts-into-your-annual-giving-program-without-growing-your-staff/
LOCATION:St. Charles City-County Library – Spencer Branch\, 77 Boone Hills Drive\, St. Peters\, MO\, 63376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190313T185433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T185433Z
UID:3704-1553621400-1553626800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Donor Retention Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Price\n\n$10 – AFP Members\n$20 – Non-members \nAgenda\n5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Registration/Networking\n6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. – Presentation\n6:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Q&A \nAbout The Session\nDonor retention is at an all-time low. That means we’re not keeping our donors involved! In this session\, we will discuss why people give or don’t give to nonprofit organizations and why they stop giving. We will talk about what donors are looking for from us and how we can learn to just do it\, authentically. We will learn simple habits (processes\, tactics) that will lead to successful relationship-building and donor loyalty\, and share some tools and methods for analyzing where we need the most work and how to report it to the team. We will also discuss segmenting donor populations\, industry trends\, and provide tips for using modern approaches for stewarding our donor base for the greatest impact to our mission. \nAbout the Presenter\nThom Digman\nPrincipal\nThe Digman Network\nThom is a Principal of The Digman Network—an Advancement Advisory and Consulting firm specializing in mission-driven not-for-profit organizations.  His services maximize an organization’s strengths while respecting its unique mission\, charism\, aspirations and needs. Prior to associating with The Digman Network\, he served as the Provincial Assistant for Advancement for the Jesuits – Central & Southern Province–USA.  He recently completed his term serving as National Chair of the Advancement Committee for the Jesuits of the United States.\nBefore joining the staff of the Jesuits\, Thom was the Vice President of Advancement for many years for Saint Louis University High School. Thom has been a speaker\, presenter and panelist for the National Catholic Development Council (NCDC) and the Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA) as well as for various local advancement groups and schools.\nHe served as the Chair of the Board at Cor Jesu Academy and a founding member on the Province Advisory Board for the Apostles of the Sacred Heart–USA Province. He also served on the Saint Louis Archdiocesan Stewardship Education Council\, and the Stewardship Committee of his own parishes–formerly Mary\, Queen of Peace in Webster Groves and now St. Francis Xavier (College) Church in the City of Saint Louis.\nHe currently serves on the Association of Fundraising Professional Fundraising Effectiveness Project Task Force as a member of the Bi-Weekly FEP Call Committee and Chairs a special Task Force with AFP Research Council\, BoardSource\, George Washington Society of CPA’s (GWSCPA)\, and Adventist Philanthropic Services to Institutions to assist in creating the expense-side analysis of the Fundraising Effectiveness Program.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/donor-retention-made-simple/
LOCATION:Beyond Housing\, 6506 Wright Way\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20181023T175057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T175057Z
UID:3529-1553590800-1553601600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Mastering The Gift Table
DESCRIPTION:One of the most overlooked tools in your fundraising toolkit.\nIn this fast-paced\, 3 hour workshop\, learn how to make the Gift Table your BFF in planning and executing your fundraising program. Whether you’re in campaign mode or not\, Gift Tables are critical elements and can serve as road maps to success\, help drive in gifts from donors\, and help you understand where you need to take your development program to raise more money.  \nAbout the Presenter:  Wendy Dyer\nWendy has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits in more than two decades as a consultant\, from north to south and throughout the Midwest.  She has helped pump millions of dollars into the economy- expanding programs and building schools\, health centers and cultural places – bringing opportunity to thousands of people.  A frequent presenter and trainer\, Wendy encourages agencies to find their “sizzle” and embrace her mantra that “People are giving money away\, anyway\, might as well be to you.”  She is currently helping to manage $80 million in projects across the region.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/mastering-the-gift-table/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190319T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190103T175259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190103T175259Z
UID:3601-1552984200-1552993200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Planned Giving 101 Boot Camp Series (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\n8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Registration\n9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Session \nSpeaker:\nYvette Hartsfield\, CAP\, CFRE\, Managing Director of Development\nMissouri History Museum \nMORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/planned-giving-101-boot-camp-series-part-2/
LOCATION:Alberici\, 8800 Page Ave.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20181023T174808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T174808Z
UID:3525-1551171600-1551182400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Making the Ask
DESCRIPTION:Is fear of the “ask” keeping you safe behind your desk instead of talking with your donors?  If so\, you’re not alone!  Join us for this totally hands-on and interactive session where you will get comfortable being uncomfortable and gain confidence and courage to reach out. \nAbout the Presenter:  Wendy Dyer\nWendy has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits in more than two decades as a consultant\, from north to south and throughout the Midwest.  She has helped pump millions of dollars into the economy – expanding programs and building schools\, health centers and cultural places – bringing opportunity to thousands of people.  A frequent presenter and trainer\, Wendy encourages agencies to find their “sizzle” and embrace her mantra that “People are giving money away\, anyway\, might as well be to you.”  She is currently helping to manage $80 million in projects across the region.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/making-the-ask/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190218T222119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190218T222119Z
UID:3670-1550737800-1550764800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Fundraising 101/102
DESCRIPTION:Join AFP St. Louis for a full day of learning and dialogue about the basics of fundraising. Designed for those new to the fundraising and nonprofit management professions\, this interactive seminar offers an overview of a range of topics in fundraising\, development\, and management including the nature of nonprofits\, prospect research and management\, annual giving strategies\, donor cultivation and stewardship\, budgeting and goal setting\, special events\, and more. Fundraising 101/102 will be facilitated by two advanced professionals with a combined 30 years of experience in the field.\nMeet the Presenters\nJim Schallom\, MPPA\, CFRE\nSenior Director of Development\,\nCollege of Business Administration\nUniversity of Missouri – St. Louis\nJim Schallom\, MPPA\, CFRE\, is Senior Director of Development at the University of Missouri-St. Louis where he is responsible for all capital\, endowment\, program\, and scholarship fundraising for the College of Business Administration. He has 15 years of comprehensive experience in nonprofit fundraising and leadership. Prior roles have included Director of Resource Development for Sherwood Forest\, Director of Development for Missouri & Indiana at College Summit\, and Membership Director for the Saint Louis Science Center.\nJim has served on the AFP St. Louis Board of Directors for six years and is currently Chapter President. He holds a BA in Education and Certificate in Business Administration from Saint Louis University and a Masters of Public Policy Administration and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Jim earned designation as a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) in 2014 and was recognized by AFP St. Louis as Outstanding Young Professional at National Philanthropy Day in 2015.\nTheresa Fleck\, CFRE\nSenior Consultant\nLet’s Build Hope\, LLC\nTheresa L. Fleck\, CFRE\, has been raising funds successfully since 2001. Ms. Fleck has extensive experience developing strategy and executing fundraising plans for a wide range of nonprofit organizations\, including universities\, independent schools\, social service agencies\, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and arts organizations.\nShe has a proven track record of designing and implementing comprehensive strategic and tactical plans for all levels of fund development and considerable training in planned and major gifts\, capital campaigns\, event planning\, annual fund execution\, donor stewardship and board development. A seasoned fundraising professional\, Ms. Fleck has managed\, mentored and collaborated with boards\, volunteers and staff to focus on the identification and long-term cultivation of donors. Her career experience also includes strategic planning\, admissions\, board training\, executive-level leadership\, marketing\, public relations and communications.\nMs. Fleck is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)\, a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the St. Louis Planned Giving Council (SLPGC). She has spoken regionally at professional development sessions for both the Rhode Island and Greater St. Louis Chapters of AFP and nationally for the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). She has served on the board of AFP\, Rhode Island and AFP\, Greater St. Louis Region in a variety of leadership roles\, including marketing chair and conference chair. Ms. Fleck holds a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management from Washington University in St. Louis and a dual Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Public Relations and English Literature from Ohio Northern University.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/fundraising-1010-1/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly Bernier":MAILTO:shelly@nscnow.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20190103T175207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190103T175207Z
UID:3599-1550565000-1550574000@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Planned Giving 101 Boot Camp Series (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:Agenda:\n8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Registration\n9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Session \nSpeakers:\nCarol Weisman\, President\nBoard Builders\nMichael McMurtrey\, VP-Investment Officer\nWells Fargo Advisors       \nMORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/planned-giving-101-boot-camp-series-part-1/
LOCATION:Alberici\, 8800 Page Ave.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20181023T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T175214Z
UID:3531-1548752400-1548763200@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Creating Your Development Plan
DESCRIPTION:Raising money but lack a plan?  Join us for this hands-on workshop to explore critical elements of Development Plans.  Access templates to make your own and leave with confidence that you can build a practical and “doable with a stretch” plan.\nAbout the Presenter:  Wendy Dyer\nWendy has enjoyed working with hundreds of nonprofits in more than two decades as a consultant\, from north to south and throughout the Midwest.  She has helped pump millions of dollars into the economy – expanding programs and building schools\, health centers and cultural places – bringing opportunity to thousands of people.  A frequent presenter and trainer\, Wendy encourages agencies to find their “sizzle” and embrace her mantra that “People are giving money away\, anyway\, might as well be to you.”  She is currently helping to manage $80 million in projects across the region.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/creating-your-development-plan-3/
LOCATION:Network for Strong Communities\, 8050 Watson Rd. Ste 240\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T131500
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20181004T195320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T195320Z
UID:3477-1542108600-1542114900@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Inside the Donor Mind: Branding and Communication Strategies that Resonate
DESCRIPTION:What makes a donor engage? Why\, with varying degrees of passion\, do they decide to fund? How can we keep existing donors engaged amidst deteriorating tax incentives? \nLindsay Matush\, CEO of Vario Marketing\, will help you assess the “donor resonance” of your brand and equip you with tools for understanding your donors’ motivations. You’ll gain practical marketing ideas for year-round communication to retain and attract donors. We’ll review case studies\, laugh out loud\, and cover insights about the habits of funders\, individual donors\, and your board. \nNetworking begins at 11:30 a.m. Lunch and panel discussion begin at noon.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/inside-the-donor-mind-branding-and-communication-strategies-that-resonate/
LOCATION:Vue 17\, 1034 S. Brentwood Blvd. #1700\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="Nonprofit Marketers Network":MAILTO:csprc@qabs.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180829T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180829T173000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20180622T184834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180622T184834Z
UID:3412-1535527800-1535563800@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:2018 Gateway Conference on Philanthropy
DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon!
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/2018-gateway-conference-on-philanthropy/
LOCATION:St. Charles Convention Center\, One Convention Center Plaza\, St. Charles\, MO\, 63303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180828T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20180622T184735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180622T184735Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraising 101/102
DESCRIPTION:Join AFP St. Louis for a full day of learning and dialogue about the basics of fundraising. Designed for those new to the fundraising and nonprofit management professions\, this interactive seminar offers an overview of a range of topics in fundraising\, development\, and management including the nature of nonprofits\, prospect research and management\, annual giving strategies\, donor cultivation and stewardship\, budgeting and goal setting\, special events\, and more. Fundraising 101 will be facilitated by two advanced professionals with a combined 40 years of experience in the field. \nPrice:\n$99.00 – AFP Member\n$125.00 – Non-AFP Member\n$85.00 – Young Professional Members
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/fundraising-101-102/
LOCATION:St. Charles Convention Center\, One Convention Center Plaza\, St. Charles\, MO\, 63303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180827T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20180622T184609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180622T184609Z
UID:3408-1535356800-1535468400@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:CFRE Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for the CFRE exam with AFP St. Louis.  This two-day course includes knowledgeable\, top-notch instructors and case studies to assist you in preparing for the exam.  Join us! \nParticipation in the AFP CFRE Refresher Course may assist you in learning or reviewing concepts covered on the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) examination as detailed on the Test Content Outline provided by CFRE International. However\, the AFP CFRE Refresher Course is not designed specifically as a prep course for the exam.  It is designed to provide a review of concepts one should know at the five-year experience level. \nAFP highly recommends that this refresher course be just one of the resources you use in preparing to take the CFRE exam.  Your study should also include reading books that appear on the CFRE Resource Reading List. \nPRICE:\n$400 – AFP Members\n$500 – Non-members \nSCHEDULE:\nAugust 27\n7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.    – Registration/Check-in\n8:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.   – Morning\n11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Lunch Break\n12:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.  – Afternoon\nAugust 28\n7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.     – Registration/Check-in\n8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   – Morning\n12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. – Lunch Break\n12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.   – Afternoon
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/cfre-refresher-course/
LOCATION:St. Charles Convention Center\, One Convention Center Plaza\, St. Charles\, MO\, 63303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20180326T181111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T181111Z
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SUMMARY:Planning and Implementing a Major Gift Program for Your Nonprofit Organization
DESCRIPTION:A successful major gifts program has the power to change the game for a nonprofit in the best way possible. Whether you work in development at a museum or advancement at a university\, if you’re in fundraising\, you understand how major gifts are paramount to the sustainability of every nonprofit organization. Dan Reynolds will walk us through the steps involved in planning and executing a major gift program for your nonprofit organization\, as well as lessons learned from the field. \nThe program is presented by Dan Reynolds\, President and owner of Holmes\, Radford & Reynolds\, Inc.\, a St. Louis-based campaign consulting firm. Dan has been with HRA for nearly eighteen years and previously worked for six years in the nonprofit field before consulting with a low-income housing organization in Chicago. Prior to joining HRA in 1999 he was a Director with Doorways\, an inter-faith residence in St. Louis serving people with HIV/AIDS.Registration is requested\, as space is limited.
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/planning-and-implementing-a-major-gift-program-for-your-nonprofit-organization/
LOCATION:St. Louis Public Library (Central)\, 1301 Olive Street \, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180419T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260521T102930
CREATED:20180326T183730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T183730Z
UID:3336-1524126600-1524144600@nscnow.org
SUMMARY:Crisis Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:No matter what your role\, you’ll find this event informative and inspiring!\nAt any time\, a natural disaster or man-made crisis can hit\, impacting the people our organizations serve and requiring staff and volunteer leaders across the agency to shift their focus to best fulfill the mission and benefit the community. At this program\, you will hear from some key leaders who can share what they learned while responding to some of these events. \nMORNING PANEL\nIn the morning\, we will hear from a panel of leaders from around the country about how they and their organizations responded to significant natural disasters. Our panelists include experience in professional fundraising\, communications\, executive leadership\, and a board perspective.\nMeet the Panelists:  \n\nDonna McGinnis\,\nExecutive Director at Naples Botanical Garden\nDonna McGinnis is President and CEO of Naples Botanical Garden in Naples\, Florida. She is a native of Seattle and spent many years in St. Louis where she served in leadership positions at the Missouri Botanical Garden and Missouri History Museum.  She was also a consultant with The Rome Group and an adjunct professor at Washington University for a decade.\nDonna holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications\, an MBA\, and the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential. She serves in a leadership role with the American Alliance of Museums and is actively involved in domestic and international conservation issues. \n\nRamon Cruz\,\nBoard of Directors at the National Sierra Club\nRamón Cruz has over 15 years of experience intersecting the fields of sustainability\, environmental policy\, urban planning\, energy and climate change. He has worked in the public sector in his native Puerto Rico as the Deputy Director of the Environmental Quality Board\, the state environmental regulatory agency and as Commissioner of the Puerto Rico Energy Commission.\nHe has also worked in the non-governmental sector in senior positions at the Environmental Defense Fund\, the Partnership for New York City and the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy. He has been a consultant for the World Bank\, the Natural Resources Defense Council and the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ). Ramón is a graduate of American University in Washington D.C. and Princeton University in New Jersey. \n\nMiranda Lewis\,\nExecutive Director\, Foundation Channel Marketing and Communication at Mercy Health Foundation\nMiranda has worked at Mercy Hospital since 2007\, serving currently as Executive Director\, Foundation Channel Marketing and Communication. She worked as the media coordinator for four years\, and served as the spokesperson for the hospital at the time of the Joplin tornado\, dealing with local\, national and international media. In the wake of the disaster\, Miranda had the opportunity to share her experience and lessons learned as a guest speaker at several crisis communication conferences such as Missouri Hospital Association\, Indiana Hospital Association\, Public Relations Society of America – Orlando Chapter and the California Association of Public Information Officials. \nKEYNOTE ADDRESS\nHandy Lindsey\, Jr.\, President of the Ruth Mott Foundation in Flint\, Michigan will deliver a keynote address you won’t want to miss. \n\nHandy Lindsey\, Jr.\,\nPresident of the Ruth Mott Foundation in\nFlint\, Michigan\nGrowing up poor as the oldest child of two Mississippi sharecroppers\, Handy Lindsey Jr. knew focusing on his education would be his pathway out of poverty. After moving to an impoverished neighborhood in north St. Louis\, Handy earned a scholarship and graduated from St. Louis University High School in 1971 – a triumph that altered the course of his life. Since then\, he has dedicated his life to working in philanthropy\, a profession that gives him the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for other families in need. Currently\, Handy is President of the Ruth Mott Foundation in Flint\, Michigan\, which is still recovering from a water crisis that exposed thousands of vulnerable residents to unsafe levels of lead in their drinking water. In addition to the Ruth Mott Foundation’s work around the water crisis\, Handy led the implementation of the Foundation’s new strategy that focuses grantmaking in the areas of youth\, public safety\, economic opportunity\, and neighborhoods.\nHandy has 30+ years of leadership experience in professional philanthropy. He joined the staff of The Ruth Mott Foundation of Flint Michigan in September 2014 as its President. In the interim between that post and his retirement as President of the Cameron Foundation of Petersburg\, Virginia in 2012\, he managed an independent consulting practice that focused on executive effectiveness and advising foundations in organizational development\, program planning and strategy and capacity building for nonprofit excellence. He led the Field Foundation of Illinois in Chicago from 1988 until 2003. Between 1980 and 1988 he served the Chicago Community Trust in several positions including Assistant Director\, Staff Associate\, Senior Staff Associate and Executive Director of the Chicago Area Foundation for Legal Services\, a supporting organization. He has also worked as a consultant to the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago and in Corporate Contributions with the local telephone company. Handy was instrumental in the development of the East St. Louis Community Foundation\, where he served as interim Executive Director in 1985-86. Handy has extensive nonprofit governance experience having served on the board of directors of more than two dozen civic organizations\, policy institutes\, and professional associations of philanthropy\, most in leadership roles such as member of the executive or management committee or chairman. Immediate past experience includes four years as a member of the executive committee of the Southeastern Council of Foundations and two years as chairman of Grantmakers for Effective Organizations. Handy studied at the University of Chicago where he earned an M.B.A. from the Booth School of Business\, an M.A. from the School of Social Services Administration (SSA)\, and an undergraduate degree in Sociology. Between 1997 and 2000 he completed all required course work\, but withdrew prior to completing the dissertation toward a PhD at SSA.\nContinental breakfast and full lunch provided. \n\nTICKETS\n$85.00 AFP Member \n$125.00 Non-AFP Member
URL:https://nscnow.org/event/crisis-fundraising/
LOCATION:Vue 17\, 1034 S. Brentwood Blvd. #1700\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
ORGANIZER;CN="AFP St. Louis":MAILTO:info@afpstl.org
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