Greater Dallas AFP Newsletter October 2023

In This Issue

• President's Message
• Register for October 25 Luncheon Program: Ethics Panel
• Register for 2023 National Philanthropy Day Celebration
• 2023 CFRE Refresher Course is Virtual on November 17
• Dallas Council Charitable Gift Planners: Cyber Security for Nonprofits
• Donate to AFP Now! to support the work of your Greater Dallas AFP Chapter

Happy October, Chapter Members!

To me, the start of October means the start of fall, cooler weather, football, and the State Fair. At AFP, October is also the celebration of Ethics Awareness Month. While the topic of ethics may not bring the same thrill as the Red River Showdown (Hook 'Em Horns!) or a Fletcher's Corny Dog, ethics is truly at the heart of our profession. True story: I was once asked by a prospective donor if I was familiar with the Donor Bill of Rights. My response, "Yes," led to a $5,000 first time gift to the organization. First and foremost, donors want to know they can trust us to be good stewards of their gifts, and strong ethical fundraising practices are a great start to building that trust. I hope you'll join in the celebration at this month's luncheon, featuring a panel of experts discussing all things ethics on Wednesday, October 25 at Maggiano's NorthPark.

Emily Kettlewell, CFRE

President, Greater Dallas AFP

Director of Advancement, SPARK!

October Luncheon Program

Ethics in Fundraising Panel: "Just DON'T Do It!"

Join moderator Paul Dunne, CFRE and his panel for a lively and interactive panel discussion regarding Ethics in Fundraising, part of "Ethics Awareness Month."

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

• 11:30 AM Networking
• 12-1 PM Luncheon Program

Maggiano's Restaurant

NorthPark Center

205 NorthPark Ctr

Dallas, TX 75225

ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS:

P. Michael Jung, Senior Counsel with Clark Hill represents clients in all industries in appellate matters in state and federal courts. Michael brings four decades of experience in appellate and law-intensive trial court litigation to the solution of clients' problems.

Alicia Peoples, JD, graduated from Trinity University with a B.A. in Political Science and from Wake Forest University School of Law with a Juris Doctor. Alicia has 15 years of development experience in the DFW metroplex and is currently president-elect of the AFP Greater Dallas Chapter.

Diana Marquis, CFRE, is Founder and Chief Strategist of DMGroup Consulting. She has been a fundraiser in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for more than twenty years, working for academic, social service, environmental education, and consulting/training agencies in various positions.

Paul A. Dunne, CFRE, provides counsel to organizations across a variety of non-profit sectors. He currently serves on the AFP International Foundation Board along with other national positions and is a sought-after presenter at AFP Chapters and conferences throughout the nation.

Learn more and register now for this upcoming event!  

2023 CFRE Virtual Refresher Course is November 17

CFRE certification adds value to your contribution to your employers, clients and constituents. Facilitators will be Emily Kettlewell, CFRE, Clint Riley, CFRE, and Michael Schwerin, CFRE.

Participants receive:

• Participant manual and exam-related study resources
• Approximately 8 hours of instruction (8 continuing education points for both Initial Certification and Recertification)
• A certificate of completion at the end of the course
• A head start for taking the CFRE Exam

Greater Dallas AFP

Cyber Security for Nonprofits with Kyle Jekot, PNC

Tuesday, October 10

11:30AM - 1PM @ Communities Foundation of Texas

RSVP deadline is Tuesday October 3 by 5PM. Greater Dallas AFP members register for the Dallas Council CGP member rate HERE.

Your Gift to AFP Now! Supports Your Chapter

Invest in the important work that our profession engages in every day by supporting our annual AFP Now! Campaign. 70% of your gift supports the work of our chapter in providing educational opportunities and career support for development professionals through all stages of their fundraising careers, and 30% provides support for the AFP International Foundation.

Everyone who has made a gift of $25 or more by our September 27 luncheon program will be entered into a drawing to win a mystery door prize, need not be present to win!

You can make a one-time gift online, mail in your gift, or schedule gifts throughout the year by downloading a pledge form.

CFRE News

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