April 2021 Newsletter
Thank You to our April AADO Newsletter sponsor!
"When we all work together as an inclusive organization that values diversity and recognizes inequities; we achieve great things. Shepherd Center will represent the diversity of the communities we serve and foster a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture for its patients and staff."
 The Way I See It...
NINA YARBROUGH began her work in fundraising as a member of Seattle Opera’s capital campaign team and currently works for The Central District Forum for Arts & Ideas as the Business Development Manager. Nina recently penned three essays for Community Centric Fundraising that captured the attention of AADO members and so rather than choose one we decided to post a link to all three. Enjoy!
This addition to the AADO Newsletter invites members to submit an opinion piece that presents their view on a current topic with a focus on philanthropy. Interested members should send an email to aadevofficers@aol.com subject: Contributing an opinion piece.  
It's important that our voices are heard. As a member of AADO, please take this very important survey. The deadline is fast approaching - don't miss the opportunity to be heard.
Don’t Leave Treasure on the Table
 
The Colorado Planned Giving Roundtable is proud to bring you this presentation with Natosha Reid Rice – Global DEI Officer at Habitat for Humanity International, Inc.
 
Today, we are faced with great challenges and opportunities to craft a new narrative that frames and informs the work we are fortunate to do. Natosha will discuss how to rise to this occasion and be a part of a movement that not only increases our bottom line, but perhaps opens up horizons of new relationships, new territories and new treasure.
 
When: Thursday, May 6, 2021
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)
Cost: $10 for CPGR Members and $20 for Non-Members

 
Sponsored by
Meet the Leader

Director, Posse Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Zenith Houston is an inspired nonprofit leader and fundraising professional with more than 25 years of experience in nonprofit senior leadership and fundraising who joined The Posse Foundation in December 2011 as the Director of Posse Atlanta. Zenith is a native of Columbia, SC. And she holds both a bachelor’s in science and master’s degree from the University of South Carolina in criminal justice.
The Conference on Diverse Philanthropy and Leadership is co-presented by the African American Development Officers Network (AADO) and the Council for Advancement And Support Of Education (CASE). This online conference concentrates on growing philanthropic markets (i.e., ethnic, LGBTQ, young alumni) in development, strategies for and benefits of effectively engaging minority communities, philanthropic behaviors. The program also features sessions on enhancing management and leadership skills for development professionals of diverse backgrounds.
Between Faith & Philanthropy:
A conversation with Juanita Sheppard
Interviewed by Jasmine Terry Okafor
Juanita Sheppard is an active ministry leader and leadership development trainer and serves on the Christian Education Board of Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International. She is the Dean of the LeaderSHIFT Institute for the International Conference. In May 2013 she graduated with honors from the Morehouse School of Religion at the Interdenominational Theological Center where she received a Master of Divinity. In this conversation with Jasmine, Juanita shares how her theological training informed her vocation as a philanthropic leader.
Men of Color in Development
April Meeting 
Apr 21, 2021 02:30 PM Eastern Time
AADO is often contacted by organizations seeking speakers for events. Through the AADO Speakers Bureau we can provide names and contact information in response to these inquiries. AADO does not represent the organizations or the speakers.
AADO Members share advice and lessons learned while on their professional journey.
There are OVER 3,000 members of AADO, and these are two of the many stories.


Imoleayo (Ayo) Adeyeri
Advisor, Donor Relations
AdaptAbilities

Joy Bennett
Senior Development Officer
McGill University
 
Stay tuned for details ……
AADO Members Making Moves
Congratulations!


New Organization:
YR Media

New Title:
Chief Development and Growth Officer


New Organization:
Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management

New Title:
Associate Director of Leadership Giving West Coast
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!


Lest We Forget
Garvin Maffett points out that Alice Green Burnette was among the Black Women Trailblazers in fundraising and philanthropy. He first met Alice in 2001, during his tenure as vice president for institutional advancement and college relations at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee.
“Alice Burnette was my mentor and my career in institutional advancement would not have been as rewarding if it wasn’t for the mentoring and leadership given to me by Mrs. Alice Green Burnette. Thank you, Alice.”
Alice Green Burnette - opening Keynote Speaker at AADO Conference in 2001
Let’s not forget our brothers and sisters who paved the way for us. We follow in their mighty footsteps. They were the first to break the color barrier at every turn in the fundraising field. Let's call out their names, celebrate them, and never forget them. It's on their mighty shoulders we stand. 
Send an email to AADO if you'd like to recognize a trailblazer of color who influenced you.
“Birgit’s calm and playful demeanor pushed me out of my shell. She encouraged me to share my ideas. She was a vocal supporter and advocate for me. She led with compassion and vision. She inspired me. Through her presence she gave me space and permission to once again find my voice and use it.”
The R.I.S.E. Fund was created in honor of Birgit's lifelong commitment to loving people. Please consider making a gift in support of the professional development of Black and Brown women in the United States and Canada by making a donation to the Birgit Smith Burton RISE Fund.
AADO will never charge a fee for membership. Your contribution - in any amount - supports scholarships, programming, and admin expenses.
Thank you!



"I support AADO because it has provided me with exceptional learning opportunities and has expanded my network. It has truly been a catalyst for personal and professional growth. I am grateful for this community of fundraisers and its ongoing focus on education and empowering leaders of color."
AADO Conference Scholarship recipients
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