Have you ever said?

• We need to meet more potential donors
• We need more major donors
• Events take too much time and don’t raise enough money
• We don’t really have a handle on what’s working
• My board doesn’t want to fundraise
• We need volunteers to help with fundraising
• We need money now, not in six months or a year

There are six things you can do to fix your fundraising right now, they don’t cost money, and they work quickly. Read More

Event Details

Thursday, July 17, 2025

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Ventura, CA (Location TBA)

AFP Members $25

Non-Members $35

Pending 1.5 CEs

Lunch Included

Full participation in Six Fast Fundraising Fixes: things fundraisers can do, that don't cost money, and lead to big returns is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

Save the Date!

November 4, 2025

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Oxnard Levity Live

591 Collection Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93036

On National Philanthropy Day (NPD), we celebrate the extraordinary individuals and organizations who are changing the world with a giving heart. This year, AFP Santa Barbara/Ventura Counties Chapter will recognize and pay tribute to the great contributions that philanthropy – and those people active in the philanthropic community – have made to enrich and benefit our communities this November in Ventura County.

Your voice is essential in telling our community's story and we invite you to nominate those exemplary leaders of our philanthropic community so they can be recognized at this year’s event. Read more

Community Sponsor

Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)

Founded in 1960, AFP International (formerly the National Society of Fund Raising Executives) advances philanthropy through over 24,000 members in 243 chapters around the world. AFP International is committed to promoting philanthropy and supporting the practice of ethical and effective fundraising. AFP offers many opportunities both at the local chapter and international association levels. Join your local AFP Santa Barbara/Ventura Counties Chapter today for professional development, networking, and employment opportunities.

Association of Fundraising Professionals

P.O. Box 1564, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1564

(714) 771-3685

admin@afpsbv.org

www.afpsbv.org

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