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OFFICERS
James N. Falk, CFRE
President
R. Michael George, CFRE
President-Elect
Luanne Samuel, CFRE
Immediate Past President
Deborah Montonen, CFRE
VP/External Affairs
Melanie Perkins
VP/Professional Advancement
Diana Marquis, CFRE
VP/Membership
Paula Voyles, CFRE
VP/Administration
Victor Korelstein, CFRE
Treasurer
Sue Bailey
Secretary
DIRECTORS
Larry Crouch, CFRE, At Large Tanya Downing,
New Member Orientation Chair
Tara Dunn, At Large
Jack Gray, At-Large
JoLynne Jensen, CFRE, Governance Chair
Sharon King,
Scholarships Chair
Karen K. Martin, CFRE,
Youth in Philanthropy Chair
Christina Moore,
Hospitality Chair
Paulette Mulry, At Large
Cindy Palmer,
Public Relations Chair Rebecca Rhule,
Programs Chair
Anne Thomas, Mentoring Chair
Jan Zeigler, CFRE,
Diversity Chair
To contact the Greater Dallas Chapter AFP Board of Directors, go to
www.afpdallas.org
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News of Note
The Center for Nonprofit Management, in cooperation with the Greater Dallas AFP, presents Ann Ranson's workshop "Creating and Negotiating Engaging Sponsorships," April 13, 2010, 9 AM-12 PM, at the Center for Nonprofit Management. Learn what sponsors are looking for, and how to build the foundation for a powerful partnership. The workshop will explore what goes into an engaging sponsorship package, the most valuable rights and benefits to offer, how to attract the media, and how to negotiate for a fair, win-win price. Participants are asked to bring a sponsorship package to use in exercises. You leave the workshop with an engaging sponsorship package. For registration, go to www.cnmdallas.org. Mark your calendars for the 2010 DFW CFRE Review Course. In the U.S., Certified Fund Raising Executives (CFREs) earn 17% more than their non-certified colleagues. Register now! June 22-23, 2010, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sheraton Arlington Hotel, Arlington, Texas. Questions? Contact
Trisha Dunbar, CFRE, dunbart@vnatexas.org, 214-689-2265 or Fran Lobpries, CFRE, flobpries@prescs.org, 214-413-4130
Once again the Greater Dallas Chapter AFP has earned the distinguished Ten Star Chapter status. Each year AFP honors those chapters who have accomplished ten or more key objectives outlined in the organization's strategic plan.
MOVING? CHANGED JOBS? When your title, business and/or mailing address, email, or any other contact data changes, be sure to go to www.afpnet.org immediately and update your personal record. The Greater Dallas Chapter receives updates monthly, but if you only correct your information locally, then it will be overwritten when we import the latest national spreadsheet into our database.
Attention, AFP members! If you've been recognized with an award, promotion or honor, share the news with your Dallas Chapter friends! Send your news item (up to 50 words) by 5 PM, the first Friday of each month.
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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
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MARCH WORKSHOP AND LUNCHEON MEETING
BARBARA TALISMAN
Workshop: "Effectively & Efficiently Using Social Media to Advance Your Mission & Fundraising"
Luncheon Program: "Tips & Trix for EZ Social Media Use"
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Workshop 9-11:30 AM
Networking 11:30 AM
Luncheon Meeting 11:50 AM - 1 PM
Arlington Hall at Lee Park
3333 Turtle Creek Blvd.
Dallas, TX 75219
AFP MEMBERS: $70 Workshop & Luncheon/
$30 Luncheon Meeting Only
NON-MEMBERS: $85 Workshop & Luncheon/
$45 Luncheon Meeting Only
 Barbara Talisman is president of Talisman Associates, Inc. Barbara has been in the development field since 1983. Her experience ranges from corporate sponsorships and special events to board/membership development, grant writing and major gift solicitation as well as volunteer and staff development and training. Her fund development experience began at the American Heart Association and continued at the Anti-Defamation League. Barbara has published articles in Fund Raising Management, Fundraising Success, Association Forum, Fund Raising Institute, Advancing Philanthropy and Clout. She shares resources, information and inspiration on her blog, Talisman Thinking Out Loud, and Twitter, and is an expert author on EzinesArticles.com. Barbara has been profiled in Entrepreneur Magazine, Today's Chicago Woman and the Chicago Tribune. Barbara is one of 160 AFP Master Trainers worldwide. She is proud to be a member of AFP and received the President's Award from the AFP Chicago Chapter for outstanding service to the chapter and fundraising profession. She also serves on a number of AFP international committees and as a mentor. She serves the Membership and Sponsorship Committees of the Professional Women's Club of Chicago (PWCC) and volunteers as a tutor at Metro Achievement Center.
WORKSHOP: Effectively & Efficiently Using Social Media to Advance Your Mission & Fundraising. Social media is all the rage, but we don't want you raging against the machine. Creating a plan and policy that works within the human and financial resources of your organization is key to successful social media. At the conclusion of this workshop you will:
1. Understand what the options are around social media
2. Be able to determine how social media works within your current communications/marketing/fundraising plans
3. Determine which social media sites are best for your organizations
4. Prospect research and the "new" major donor using social media
Understand why a social media policy is important (sample will be available)
5. Know who how to engage/sell others within your organization
LUNCHEON PROGRAM: Tips & Trix for EZ Social Media Use
Continuing the theme from the morning workshop, the luncheon program will focus on the apps and tools you need to be effective and efficient using social media. From scheduling your tweets and events using social media to measuring your impact, you will learn how to make social media work for any size organization. We will talk about how to effectively engage your volunteers, staff and donors using these tips and trix.
Seating is limited! Deadline to register online at www.afpdallas.org is Wednesday, March 17th. After that date, make reservations by fax or mail on a space-available basis.
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PRESIDENT'S LETTER
At last year's holiday luncheon, three of our members were introduced as new CFREs. They were Demetria Caston George, Anne Robillard and Marcellette Sherman. I was particularly pleased that Marcy was recognized because several months prior to taking the exam she had picked my brain about the process, wondering if it was really worth the time and effort.
To become a Certified Fundraising Professional is one of the most valuable steps you can take to advance your career. It frequently means a higher paycheck but, even more important, it demonstrates a commitment to your chosen field and gives you a solid and widely-recognized achievement, one that earns the respect of your peers and supervisors. And since it requires study, your skills improve and you become a much more effective fundraiser.
Our Chapter is especially fortunate to have Fran Lobpries and James Holcomb as its CFRE ambassadors. Fran chaired the 2009 CFRE Review Course and promotes it tirelessly. Anyone who comes into contact with James knows that he will do everything he can - except take the exam - to help you reach your goal. Additionally, the Chapter and AFP offer valuable resources like the CFRE Review Course, held in conjunction with the DFW Philanthropy Conference, to assist your preparation. It is now also possible to take the course online and, as a benefit of AFP membership, the course is discounted to $300 (that's 40% off) for all eight modules. The fee for the initial certification is about $600, but in some cases financial assistance is available through AFP.
The written examination consists of 225 multiple-choice questions covering donor research, gift solicitation, relationship building, volunteer involvement, management and accountability. When I prepared for the CFRE 10 years ago, I found it gave me the incentive to learn about areas that were not part of my job description. Beyond the written test, applicants need to have five years of experience and demonstrate professional competence by completing a written application that documents time devoted to education, professional practice, performance and service.
While our chapter has many CFREs, we have not had a member obtain the ultimate professional credential, the ACFRE (Advanced Certified Fundraising Executive). To be eligible to take this examination (oral and written), the applicant must have ten years of experience in the fundraising field and be a CFRE. Wouldn't honoring a record number of CFREs and our first ACFRE at the next holiday luncheon be a great way for our chapter to celebrate the 50th anniversary of AFP? You will find everything you could possible ask about the CFRE at www.crfre.org, or just ask Fran and James to light the way.
See you soon,
James N. Falk, CFRE
Greater Dallas AFP President
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30th Anniversary
AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference
Help celebrate the 30th anniversary of the AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference, Thursday, June 24, "Building Relationships: Securing the Future" at the Arlington Convention Center. Registrations and sponsorships are pouring in along with spring showers, and early bird rates will expire on May 22nd, so register early and save!
The conference website is up and running at www.dfwphilanthropyconference.com, where you can register online. Scholarships are available and you will find the application online. If you are a first time attendee, check out this valuable opportunity. Deadline for submitting the scholarship application is May 28th.
The CFRE Review Course will be offered on Wednesday, June 22nd and Thursday, June 23rd. Make your plans and go to the conference website for more details.
The conference committee continues to need help identifying and securing sponsors. If you know someone you think might be interested, please pass the information on to Nancy Swartz at n.swartz@sbcglobal.net.
The Arlington Sheraton has a fantastic Conference rate for the night before the conference and for CFRE participants - check out the conference website for more information.
Questions? Please call Lyn Downing at 817-336-4949 or email at lyn.downing@alz.org or Tara Dunn at 214-818-0481 or tdunn@theconcilio.org for more information.
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JOB LISTING SERVICE
North Texas Executive Director/South Central Region Vice President. Dallas based division of national nonprofit health organization seeks nonprofit executive with strong operational, management and fundraising skills. Candidate will have a successful and diverse fund development track record, experience in special events management, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to recruit and work with top level business and community leaders. Budgeting and strategic planning skills are required. Knowledge of local community preferred.
Background must include a bachelor's degree, five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit organizations and experience as an executive director. Submit resume to smartermoves@nc.rr.com. Responses will be sent only to candidates selected for further consideration.
Vice President for Advancement National Council on Family Violence. This organization works nationally and in Texas to end domestic violence. Located in Austin, the NCFV encompasses the National Domestic Violence Hotline, the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline and the Texas Council on Family Violence. This is a national fundraising position that seeks to expand partnerships with Fortune 500 corporations and national foundations interested in ending domestic violence. This high profile position will oversee all fundraising, public relations and supervise a staff of seven. Need 5-7 years experience plus strong corporate and major gift background. Excellent salary. Email resume to resumes@morancompany.com.
North Texas Food Bank seeks a Senior Gifts Manager responsible for researching, monitoring, cultivating, tracking, and execution of requests for major gifts of $2,500+. Minimum qualifications include bachelor's degree, two or more years experience in donor management (preferably in the non-profit industry), and knowledge of various fundraising skills and best practices in fund development. Positive work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefit package. Beginning salary commensurate with experience and education. Interested persons should submit a resume with cover letter and salary requirements to: resumes@ntfb.org. No phone calls, please. EOE
Bible League International seeks a motivated individual to build, manage and sustain donor relationships and raise funds to support the ministry. Candidate must agree with the Bible League's Statement of Faith, and have a minimum of 5 years of successful fundraising experience for a nonprofit or charitable organization, or equivalent experience in a related field such as field sales or territory management. Must reside in one of the following metropolitan areas: Phoenix, Los Angeles, San Diego, Albuquerque, Austin, Dallas, Houston or San Antonio. Will work out of a home office, frequent travel throughout the region is required with limited overnight travel. Email resume to hr@bibleleague.org or fax 708/367-8990. Visit www.bibleleague.org for more information. Heroic Media, a growing faith-based non-profit organization, seeks fundraising director. Strong interpersonal and written/oral communications and Microsoft Office skills are required. Experience using Raisers' Edge is a plus. For more information or to apply, send resume with cover letter to recruiter@heroicmedia.org by March 15, 2010.
There is no charge for job listings for non-profit organizations.
$25 per listing per month for notices from search firms and employment agencies. For information on posting job openings for organizations and search firms, contact afpchapteroffice@afpdallas.org.
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