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April 2022 | Issue 4.22

President's Message

A 2017 report from the City of Fort Worth estimated the top 25 foundations (both public charities like the North Texas Community Foundation and private foundations, like the Morris Foundation) held an estimated $6,154,000,000 in assets. I am sure that number has greatly increased in recent years, but even if that number stayed the same, it would still represent a considerable concentration of funds dedicated to strengthening nonprofit organizations. Many of us fundraise for nonprofits that were even established by some of these large foundations, so you do not have to look far to see how Fort Worth is shaped by this specific engine of philanthropy.

At the time of that report, the Morris Foundation ranked #7 on that list, and a quick visit to their website shows the breadth and depth of their impact in education, healthcare, and social services.

I hope you will join us on April 11 as we welcome the Morris Foundation’s new President and CEO Elizabeth R. Brands, Ed.D. She is graciously sharing her time and expertise with us, and even if you are not affiliated with one of the 102 organizations they support, I am sure you will find the program to be an invaluable insight into the world of private foundations.

If you have any questions you would like to submit for our conversation with Mrs. Brands, please send them my way by emailing afp.wgentle@gmail.com.

We look forward to seeing you at Tarrant County College River Campus on April 11!

Wesley Gentle, CFRE

AFP Fort Worth Metro Chapter President

April Luncheon

Funding Conversations with the Morris Foundation

Presented by:

Elizabeth Brands

Join us for a candid conversation with Elizabeth R. Brands, Ed.D, the newly named President and CEO of the Morris Foundation. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from a funder on their priorities, plans and how we can create stronger funding partnerships!

Philanthropy in Action Conference

The largest regional AFP Conference is back in person for 2022 at the Irving Convention Center! Join us for two exciting days (June 16-17), six amazing speakers and six power-packed sessions full of great ideas to bring your nonprofit fundraising to the next level!

Scholarships opportunities available

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Don't forget your $100 credit! New for 2022, all AFP professional, young professional and small nonprofit organizational members receive a $100 credit that's good for premium webinars, select e-courses (including the Fundamentals of Fundraising), or conference recordings through the AFP Blue Sky/Path Learning Management System (LMS). afpglobal.org/thankyou

Fundamentals of Fundraising is Now Available On Demand Ideal for those with 0-4 years fundraising experience, this 16 hour course (eligible for CFRE credit) provides important skills, techniques and program components in 7 self-paced modules. Learn more here!

Learn more at afpglobal.org

Upcoming Events

4/11/22 | April Luncheon

5/9/22 | May Luncheon

6/16-17/22 | Philanthropy in Action Conference

7/11/22 | July Luncheon

8/8/22 | Aug. Luncheon

9/12/22 | Sept. Luncheon

10/10/22 | Oct. Luncheon

11/15/22 | NPD Luncheon

12/12/22 | Dec. Luncheon

Welcome To Our New Members

So glad you have joined us!

Let us know what we can do for you - that's why we're here!!!

Lauren Whitson

Texas Center for Arts + Academics

Laschwanna Muhammad

Melinda Johnson

Key Center for Learning Differences

Amal Rahhal

Anniversaries

In recognition of valued participation in the AFP Fort Worth Metro Chapter, we are grateful to the following for their membership and longstanding commitment to a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life.

• 20 Years •

Barbara Lundgren

• 10 Years •

Karen Derrick, CFRE

• 5 Years •

Stephanie Molina

Congratulations New and Recertifying CFREs

If you've earned your CFRE or been recertified recently and want to share the great news, let us know!

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