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Greater Dallas Chapter E-Newsletter                                                                  June, 2011
 
In This Issue
2011 Officers & Directors
2011 AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference
News of Note
Chapter Contact Information
August Luncheon Meeting
President's Message
Job Listing Service

 
2011 Board of Directors

OFFICERS
 

R. Michael George, CFRE

President

Melanie Perkins,

President-Elect

James N. Falk, CFRE

Immediate Past President

Deborah Montonen, CFRE

VP/External Affairs

Larry Crouch, CFRE

VP/Professional Advancement

Judy Wright

VP/Membership

Sue Bailey

VP/Administration and Secretary

Victor Korelstein, CFRE

Treasurer
  

DIRECTORS


Tanya Downing, National Philanthropy Day Chair

Tara Dunn, DFW

Conference Chair

Mary Freeman,

New Member Orientation Chair

Jack Gray, Governance Chair

Laura Herrick, CFRE,

Youth in Philanthropy Chair

Sharon King,

Scholarships Chair

Ann Letteer, Hospitality Chair

Diana Marquis, CFRE,

Public Relations Chair

Christina Moore-Salinas, CFRE,
 
AFP Now Chair

Cindy Palmer, At Large

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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Join us for the 2011 AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference, June 10th!
 

 

What better theme for a Philanthropy Conference than "Collaborations: Communities Need It, Funders Expect It"? This affordable, one-day conference is perfect for development officers, executive directors, board members and other volunteers who want to increase their fundraising knowledge and effectiveness. We expect more than 400 participants. Register onsite at the Arlington Convention Center! 

 

New to this year's AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference is the opportunity to have lunch with a member of the North Texas funding community. Members of the North Texas funding community have been invited to join us at the conference luncheon to be part of a dialog and share their thoughts on collaboration, why it is important to them, and their foundations' expectations. Don't miss this opportunity to hear funders' thoughts, which could ultimately help in preparing funding proposals in the future.

Noted Dallas fundraiser Bill Lively will be our keynote speaker. You won't want to miss his highly engaging, informative and entertaining speaking style. Mr. Lively was the founding president and CEO of the Dallas Center for the Performing Arts from 2000 to 2008, and during his tenure the Center raised more than $334 million. Mr. Lively is currently serving as President and CEO of the North Texas Super Bowl XLV Host Committee.

 

The program includes more than 20 sessions and workshops throughout the day across six different educational tracks. Topics include: Why Philanthropy? An Overview of Fundraising & Its Concepts; Current & Prospective Donor Research; Marketing and Communications for Fundraising & Development; Developing a Comprehensive Solicitation Program; Building and Sustaining Relationships; Securing the Gift; Volunteer Involvement; Management; and Accountability.  


 www.dfwphilanthropyconference.com

 

 


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News of Note


Do you know an emerging leader interested in an exchange trip to Europe? Are you an up-and-coming professional whose career and community activities could benefit from a transatlantic experience? The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth is now accepting nominations for the 2012 American Marshall Memorial Fellowship. Nominations are due by Wednesday, June 15th at 5:00 PM CDT. Click here for more information.  


Roslyn Dawson Thompson is the next President & CEO of the Dallas Women's Foundation. She will begin her new role on July 5th, succeeding current President & CEO Becky Sykes, who is retiring at the end of June.

 
 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

 
 
 
 

 
 

Next Chapter Educational Meeting is
AUGUST WORKSHOP AND LUNCHEON MEETING

 

TOM AHERN, AHERN COMMUNICATIONS, INK.

Workshop: "Bigger Steaks, More Oil: Donor-Centricity Turns a Drip into a Gusher"

Luncheon: "Do-It-Yourself Donor Communications Audit"

 

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

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

 

Early bird registration (received by Wednesday, August 17th)

AFP MEMBERS: $70 Workshop & Luncheon/$30 Luncheon Only

NON-MEMBERS: $85 Workshop & Luncheon/$45 Luncheon Only

 

After August 17th or registering on-site

AFP MEMBERS: $75 Workshop & Luncheon/$35 Luncheon Only

NON-MEMBERS: $90 Workshop & Luncheon/$50 Luncheon Only


 

Deadline to register online at www.afpdallas.org is Wednesday, August 17th. After that date, make reservations by fax or mail on a space-available basis. 


President's Message
 
Michael George

Dear Friends:

 

It is hard to believe that we are nearly halfway through 2011!  The end of the school year typically marks the unofficial beginning of summer and the various changes the season brings.  Even warmer weather is on its way, and many of us will be pushing away from our desks for a well-deserved vacation. Even our local AFP chapter takes a brief hiatus in June and July from its schedule of monthly luncheon meetings. 

 

I would, however, like to ask focus your attention on two key dates before we get too far into June:

 

The AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference is Friday, June 10th.  Tara Dunn and her outstanding committee have assembled an all-star cast of presenters who will give you the tools you need to be successful in your profession.  Whether you are brand new to fundraising or a seasoned veteran, the conference has something for you. Don't miss it!  You can pre-register at www.dfwphilanthropyconference.com until June 3rd. After that, you can still register onsite at the Arlington Convention Center.

 

Wednesday, June 15this the nominations deadline for awards to be presented at the 2011 National Philanthropy Day Luncheon, November 18th. As fundraising professionals, each of us has been touched by individuals or organizations that have had a profound impact on our careers and lives. Please take a few minutes of your time to nominate these worthy candidates for our chapter's ultimate accolade. For more information go to www.afpdallas.org/awards.asp

 

Thank you so much for your attention to these items. We are truly blessed to have dynamic and involved chapter leaders and members. I have had the privilege of representing our chapter at various international meetings, and I can honestly say that the professionalism and commitment exhibited by everyone associated with the AFP Greater Dallas Chapter is second to none. Y'all are the best!

 

Rest assured that our wonderful Programs Chair, Rebecca Rhule, has an outstanding slate of programs in store for fall, starting with Tom Ahearn's timely presentation highlighting Donor Communications on Wednesday, August 24th. Stay tuned for what promises to be an eventful second half of 2011.

 

I look forward to seeing each of you at the AFP DFW Philanthropy Conference on June 10th. Please accept my thanks for all of your support for AFP throughout the year, as well as my best wishes for a safe and relaxing summer!

 

Warm regards, 

 

Michael George signature - first name 
 

Michael George, CFRE
 
Greater Dallas AFP President  


Michael says "Stay in touch with your Greater Dallas AFP Chapter and don't miss news of important events and opportunities!"   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, it will be overwritten when we import the latest national spreadsheet into our database.
 

Job Listing Service

 
 

Hispanic Scholarship Consortium seeks a Director of Development to create and implement a fundraising strategy that will attract new donors, expand donated income, build and retain donor loyalty. Responsible for individual giving, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, special events, and grant writing. The position is full-time, reports to the Executive Director. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of proven fundraising experience. Full job description available at www.hispanicscholar.com. Application Deadline: Deadline for résumé, cover letter, salary requirements and references sent to lduran@hispanicscholar.org is June 15, 2011.

The Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) is interested in identifying consultants/independent contractors for proposal preparation and program evaluation
. The DCCCD includes seven separately accredited campuses plus the District Office of Development that may have opportunities for proposal developers and program evaluators. We enroll more than 85,000 students annually and have extensive grant funded operations ranging from Department of Education to the National Science Foundation including the Department of Commerce, State Office of Energy Conservation and the Texas Workforce Commission as well as private foundations. Contracts may be through the District Office or one of the colleges. If you are interested, please contact Dr. Mary A. Brumbach, Executive District Director of Strategic Funding, by June 30 to be placed on the list to receive the official RFP. Note "proposal development" in the subject line. mbrumbach@dcccd.edu.


AIDS Arms, Inc. seeks a Development Associate
. Individual must be able to stand for long periods at special events sponsored by the agency. Candidate must be able to lift 50 lbs. Minimum three years executive administrative support experience in a fast paced environment and effective verbal communication skills are required. Candidate must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with SAGE 50 donor management software is preferred. Familiarity with social networking is a plus. Individual must have strong organizational and communication skills. Candidate must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. AIDS Arms, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Interested candidates should forward resumes to careers@aidsarms.org


 
Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas seeks a Director of Annual Giving to manage a portfolio of donors as well as implement a strategic annual giving campaign. The position requires face-to-face cultivation and solicitation as well as developing strategies and implementing fundraising plans for individual, foundation, and corporate donors. The candidate should have a minimum of five years of fundraising and donor management experience, supervisory experience, excellent writing and speaking skills and the ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Please send resume and salary requirements to jobs@gsnetx.org.  For more information go to www.gsnetx.org. EOE

 

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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