Happy New Year!
This is year 21 of the AADO Network. I can hardly believe that we are now 1,500 members strong from all over the US and now Canada – AMAZING!! I recently found the list of the first group who gathered in 1999 and there were 47 emails. After reviewing the list I counted several who have passed away and many who have retired or left the profession. There are a handful who are still involved. We’ve come a long long way. Thank you for being a part of AADO – whether at the beginning, the middle, or just joining – you are important to the AADO Network and the fundraising profession.
I want to start the year off on the topic of health. Back in August I made a promise to myself, my family, and my coworkers that I would begin a journey of exercising and making better eating choices. I’m excited to share with you that I have lost 35 pounds. And I’ve gone from walking less than 3,000 steps a day, on average, to over 10,000 steps or more every single day!!
As fundraisers we are so busy working, traveling, and sitting in endless meetings. We take very little time for ourselves. We don’t stop and take a deep breath. Drink some water or grab an apple instead of a candy bar. I can tell you that without a doubt my life has changed. I park further from the door rather than drive around for 15 minutes looking for the closest parking space. I prepare my lunch in advance and when going out to eat I check the menu of the restaurant in order to select the healthiest option before I get there and am tempted to give in to the worst option loaded with calories.
I’d love to know what you are doing to live a healthier lifestyle or to know what your challenges are that keep you from feeling better. Follow the link to the AADO Forum –
https://www.aadonetwork.com/aado-discussion
The password is:
AADOMEMBERS
Best to everyone for a healthy and prosperous start of a new decade.
Warmly,
Birgit
President
AADO Network
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Please note you will need to create a CASE login; however, you do not need to be a member of CASE to register for or attend the conference.
To receive the AADO Member discount, use code:
AADOMEMBER
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Meet the 2020 Conference Co-Chairs
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AFRICAN AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS NETWORK
Charles R. Stephens Conference Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
THE CONFERENCE ON DIVERSE PHILANTHROPY AND LEADERSHIP
ATLANTA, GA
April 15-17, 2020
AADO believes there is a great demand for professional development for all levels of advancement professionals, not only in the area of diverse leadership but also in understanding diverse philanthropy.
Therefore, to address this need, AADO and CASE (Council for Advancement and Support of Education) annually co-sponsor the
“
Conference on Diverse Philanthropy and Leadership
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AADO is thrilled to provide a scholarship to cover the conference registration cost (travel and accommodations not included) to four (4) individual members of AADO.
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AFP Launches IDEA Impact:
Alford Group Mentoring and Leadership Development Program
Female fundraisers represent at least 70 percent of the fundraising profession, but account for just 30 percent of senior positions. One way to change the imbalance and advance women: mentoring and leadership development. Nominate yourself to become a mentor or mentee, and listen to Leah Eustace, CFRE, ACFRE, discuss the importance of mentorship.
Apply to become a mentor or mentee:
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MIT Sloan is hosting an
event
for advancement professionals from underrepresented communities on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 from 5:30-8pm.
The event is sponsored by CASE District I and an
invitation
is extended to the AADO Network.
You do not have to be a member of CASE to attend.
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UPCOMING AADO EVENTS
- AADO Live - Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University - May 8
- AADO Next - Los Angeles, Caltech - May 12
- AADO Gulf Coast Regional Conference, Houston - Fall 2020 (TBD)
IN THE PLANNING STAGES:
- Cleveland, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Nassau, D.C., and Chicago
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Group Spotlight: Canadian BFF's
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This amazing group of Canadian BFF's, "Black Female Fundraisers", are focused on the
Work of Undoing
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Led by Nneka Allen, the group exists to offer support to women that identify with the experiences and realities of being Black in Canada.
They gather because of this commonality to unpack and challenge the unique barriers they face in the nonprofit sector.
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JANUARY
POWER HOUR
Thursday,
January 23, 2020
Noon - 1pm (ET)
For details on monthly registration visit:
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Join fellow AADO members during our Power Hour webinar/conference calls. Topics range from best practices in fundraising, professional development, career advancement, trends in development and open forum discussions.
Upcoming Power Hours:
February 27, 2020
March 26, 2020
April 16, 2020
May 28, 2020
June 25, 2020
July 23, 2020
August 27, 2020
September 24, 2020
October 22, 2020
November 19, 2020
December 10, 2020
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (ET)
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Job Postings
:
Institutions and organizations posting available jobs on the AADO website have a demonstrated track record of commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity throughout
the hiring process.
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MEET THE MEMBERS
AADO Members share advice and lessons learned
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AADO receives phone calls every week from organizations seeking recommendations for a fundraising consultant.
If you lead a fundraising consulting firm or you are an independent fundraising consultant and would like to be recommended for a potential consulting opportunity, please take a moment to register now:
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password: aadomembers
You asked for a Forum,
you got it.
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AADO is excited to announce the Executive Recruitment
Pre-Screening Program.
Working in partnership with organizations, institutions of higher education, and search firms, AADO will assist in the process of vetting potential candidates for senior level
fundraising positions.
The goal is to ensure that AADO members are treated justly and with respect throughout the recruiting process, and are considered viable candidates and not simply numbers in the candidate pool. This exciting initiative is in its early stages and will be refined as it grows. If you are interested in being added to the database, please follow the link to complete the form.
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The information you provide will be treated as confidential and will not be shared without your expressed permission. Email questions to:
[email protected]
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AADO is pleased to continue
our partnership with the
Aspen Leadership Group.
Enjoy ALG's
December Newsletter.
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AADO does not charge
a membership fee because we
want you to be a member and we don't want you to worry
about the cost.
We invite you to make a gift of $25, $50, $75, or $100, only if it's feasible.
Your support is appreciated and is tax-deductible.
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