Our chapter has one free registration to give away for the February 15, 2008 AFP Houston "Ask the Experts" Conference. This annual one-day conference is perfect for the beginner fundraiser, but the caliber of speakers and topics have relevance for even seasoned professionals. Carol Weisman, President of Boardbuilders, will present the keynote entitled "Getting Every Board Member Actively, Joyfully and Productively Involved in Fundraising."

Morning and afternoon breakout sessions will cover a variety of topics from annual giving to ethics, all led by a who's who of area fundraisers. Ned Van Maanen teaches Stewardship Essentials, Jennifer Evans emcees a panel discussion on corporate philanthropy, and Ms. Weisman lectures on 30 Tips to Build a Better Board. Other speakers include: Jody Blazek from Blazek & Vetterling LLP; Anne Murphy and Amy Yeatts from Dini Partners; Diane Guiberteau from the Harry S. and Isabel C. Cameron Foundation and Paul L. Robison from the Strake Foundation, among many others. In addition to classroom time, attendees have the opportunity to visit with fundraising experts at one of many affinity tables during lunch. For more information, visit www.afphouston.org/displaynewsletter.cfm.

If you are interested in attending, please email Robin Piper at Rjohnsonpiper@twu.edu by January 11. A winner will be drawn on Monday, January 14.

Greater Dallas Chapter Supports Formation of East Texas Chapter

The Greater Dallas Chapter has agreed to sponsor a new AFP Chapter which is forming in East Texas. The Board has approved a resolution to mentor the AFP East Texas Chapter (Forming) and to assist the new chapter with a grant of $500.00 for start-up costs. The East Texas Chapter will submit required documentation to AFP International in anticipation of approval to full chapter status at the 2008 International Conference meeting in March of this year.

This chapter will hold its first meeting on January 22, 2008, with Dr. Doug Lawson of Lawson and Associates Consultants as the inaugural guest speaker. The meeting will be at Hollytree Country Club in Tyler. The formation of new AFP Chapters is rare, and we are pleased to be part of this process. Please take any opportunity possible to encourage and support this new group.

SAVE THE DATE

2008 AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference

Friday the June 13th, 2008

Arlington Convention Center

Email Kristie Gibson, kristie.gibson@tafb.org to be a volunteer and/or share ideas for speakers and sponsors.

Chapter Contact Information:

GREATER DALLAS CHAPTER AFP

14070 Proton Rd. Ste 100, LB9

Dallas, TX 75244

972/233-9107 ext. 204

Fax 972/490-4219

afpchapteroffice@afpdallas.org

JANUARY LUNCHEON MEETING

Do You Have To Be More Than Ethical

To Be A Good Leader?

Carole Rylander, Rylander Associates

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

11:30 AM Networking

12 Noon Lunch and Program

$25 Members $40 Non-Members

Arlington Hall at Lee Park

3333 Turtle Creek Blvd.

Dallas, TX 75219

Every day you make personal and professional decisions based on values that are right and good. You consider yourself to be ethical, but does this make you an ethical leader? Does being an ethical leader require more than having an internal moral compass? If it does, what does it require? Join us to explore these questions about ethics and leadership with Carole Rylander, CFRE, on Wednesday, January 23, 2008, 11:30 AM - 1 PM.

Carole Rylander is principal of Rylander Associates, a professional consulting firm serving nonprofit organizations since 1998 in funds development, planning and governance. She is a frequent teacher and presenter whose highly rated workshops benefit board and staff leadership as well as corporate executives seeking to be engaged in the nonprofit sector. She currently serves as chair of the Association of Philanthropic Counsel, Inc., a national association of consulting firms, and as a volunteer faculty member at the Center for Nonprofit Management in Dallas. She was named 2006 Outstanding Fundraising Executive by the Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, is a past president of the Chapter and has held accreditation as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) since 1990.

Deadline to register online or by fax at www.afpdallas.org is Wednesday, January 16.

PRESIDENT'S LETTER

"If you think you're too small to have an impact, try going to sleep with a mosquito." -

Anita Roddick

Dorothy's red shoes never took her on a more exciting, fast-paced journey than we have experienced this past year in the Greater Dallas Chapter, AFP. This entire space could be used to recount the achievements and adventures of 2007. Dr. Mary Brumbach led us to a high place of excellence, and the view over the past year is glorious. You and I are at a great place. We should determine to stop and enjoy the moment. (Pause) Now, wasn't that wonderful!

The next twelve months are before us with opportunity and challenge for all. As we begin 2008 together I want to ask you to do something for the Greater Dallas Chapter. Most of you are already very busy with professional responsibilities, family demands, personal challenges, and things that I probably could never imagine. Still, I ask you to do something for AFP.

Many have been deeply involved in making this a great chapter, but this year we are inviting you to take a more active part. This chapter needs your energy, your ideas, your skills, your professionalism, and your participation. Please don't sit on the sidelines and think that AFP can succeed without you. Volunteer to serve on a committee, make a positive suggestion, offer constructive criticism, invite a prospective member to attend a luncheon, mentor a new member, or accept some other responsibility. We need you! Remember, "The world is run by those who show up." So is AFP! Thanks to all who have brought us to this place by your active service and dedication. My thanks, also, to those who will join you in 2008 to continue the progress of this chapter. This ain't Kansas, Dorothy. It's better! It's much better because you make it so.

Welcome to 2008,

Larry Wickham

President, Greater Dallas AFP

JOB LISTING SERVICE

In preparation for a campaign, the University of North Texas is hiring experienced fundraisers with college level fundraising experience. Positions available include a Senior Major Gift Officer and College Director of Development positions for the College of Public Affairs and Community Service, the School of Merchandising and Hospitality Management, and the College of Engineering. For more information go to www.unt.edu.

The Tom Joyner Foundation seeks a College Relations Manager to report to the Director of College Relations and share the responsibility of program development, fund development and community relations for the Foundation. Go to www.blackamericaweb.com for details, and submit resume along with salary requirements and professional references via email to "Attention College Relations Manager" at jobs@reachmediainc.com.

The Resource Development Department of Promise House seeks a Grant Writer to pursue funding by crafting proposals directed to private foundations, corporations, and individuals. A bachelor's degree is required, as well as two years professional experience and proven writing skills. Non-profit or resource development experience a huge plus. To apply, email a resume and cover letter to developmentmanager@promisehouse.org.

The Winston School seeks a Director of Development to lead and manage all fundraising and development efforts of the School. Must have a bachelor's degree and minimum five years' experience in development. Submit resumes for confidential consideration to: Dr. Polly Peterson, Head of School, The Winston School, 5707 Royal Lane, Dallas, Texas 75229, polly_peterson@winston-school.org.

Bryan's House seeks a Director of Development. At least three years of broad-based experience in fund development for non-profit organizations with expertise in annual giving, major gifts, capital campaigns, grant writing, special events, planned giving, corporate solicitation, marketing, administration and donor data-base management. Send resume and cover letter to David Thomas, Executive Director, davidthomas@bryanshouse.org