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What’s The Big Idea?: A Day of New Thinking for Big Results 2016
August 29, 2016 @ 8:00 am - August 31, 2016 @ 5:00 pm
Gateway Conference on Philanthropy
Register now for this exciting re-envisioned conference for fundraisers and other professionals working in philanthropy. Early bird discounts available through July 8.
This will be a full day of big ideas and engaging learning experiences lead by some of the most dynamic and forward-thinking leaders in philanthropy and fundraising. Join us for a day of top-tier educational sessions, “a-ha!” moments, and meaningful connections with colleagues. The full line-up of speakers and sessions will be announced soon.
Meet the Keynote Speaker: Jason Bockman
The Gateway Conference on Philanthropy is honored to have Jason Bockman, co-founder and owner of Strange Donuts and co-founder of Strange Cares, a non-profit dedicated to helping and empowering kids, as the 2016 keynote speaker. Jason’s road to success as an entrepreneur and philanthropist was not paved with rainbow sprinkles; with encouragement and mentorship Jason was able to overcome the significant odds that were stacked against him to build a business that has redefined the culinary and cultural landscape of St. Louis.
In his keynote address, Jason will reflect on how the challenges of his youth have shaped who he is today, share his message of how small acts of philanthropy can have tremendous impact, and why we should all be nice and stay strange.
Two days of pre-conference programming will also be occurring, the CFRE review course August 29 & 30 and Fundraising 101 & 102 on August 30.
Gateway Conference on Philanthropy – August 31
- AFP Members: $125 ($150 after July 8)
- Non-Members: $170 ($195 after July 8)
CFRE Review Course – August 29 & 30
AFP’s CFRE review course offers advanced fundraising professionals an opportunity to review the main elements of a comprehensive fundraising program. It is an intense, two day course designed to review the skills, techniques and program components professionals should have mastered at the five-year level. It is the most effective way to prepare for the CFRE exam.
- AFP Members: $400
- Non-Members: $500
Fundraising 101 & 102- August 30
This full-day introductory course is designed to give beginners an overview of basics of fundraising and development. Topics include prospect research and management, cultivation techniques, annual giving strategies, special events, budgeting and goal setting, donor relations and more.
- AFP Members: $99
- Non-Members: 125
- Young Professional or Collegiate Chapter Member: $85