virginia association of fund raising executives

[ April 6, 2010; 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. ] Please join us on Tuesday, April 6th for VAFRE’s Annual Awards Luncheon honoring:
 2010 Nina Abady Award Recipient
Lisa Freeman,
Principal
E. L. Freeman

and the
2010 Rising Star Award Recipient
Bethanie Constant,
Development Manager
UMFS

We are extremely honored to welcome our
Special Guest Speaker

Mrs. Maureen McDonnell
First Lady of Virginia

 Location: Virginia Historical Society, 428 North Boulevard

 Schedule: 11:30 a.m. Registration, Noon Luncheon and Awards Program.

Buffet luncheon

Cost [...]

[ May 4, 2010; 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. ] Take control of your learning! Make plans to join VAFRE for this special meeting where you can tailor the program to fit your own professional development needs. As a member benefit, the regular registration fee of $18.00 applies for this meeting. Guests may register for just $35.00 – still a great deal for two hours of [...]

[ June 1, 2010; 11:30 am to 1:15 pm. ] Topic: Branding Your Organization

Join VAFRE as we welcome Kelly O’Keefe, Executive Education Director of VCU’s Brandcenter, to discuss how you can more effectively brand your organization.

O’Keefe is a highly regarded new media and branding entrepreneur who has served as president of O’Keefe Brands, a brand strategy firm that has worked with such clients as ESPN, [...]

As we approach the holidays in what has been an extremely stressful year, the Board of Directors of the Virginia Association of Fundraising Executives wants to offer you a present to brighten your new year…a 6-month membership in VAFRE for half price!
 
Individuals who join VAFRE beginning January 1st will qualify for a membership through June [...]

The Virginia Association of Fundraising Executives is seeking nominations from its members and the general public for its 2010 Nina Abady and Rising Star Awards.
The Nina Abady Award is the most prestigious award given by the Virginia Association of Fundraising Executives (VAFRE).  It is presented to that fundraising professional and VAFRE member who has demonstrated [...]

[ December 1, 2009; 11:30 am to 1:15 pm. ] Topic: Skills Volunteering: An Innovative Approach to Investing in Your Infrastructure – A Primer

Given the current economy, nonprofits can engage corporate support through non-cash efforts. “Skills Volunteering” is a unique and innovative approach to building nonprofit sustainability using corporate human capital. It’s a win-win: employees develop leadership skills while nonprofits benefit from increased operational efficiency. Join us [...]

The Institute on Philanthropy has scheduled an intensive 2-day Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) Review Class that will equip you with the information you need to know in order to pass the exam. A limited number of partial scholarships are available from VAFRE to help defray the costs of this program.
 
Top 10 Reasons to Become CFRE [...]

[ November 3, 2009; 11:30 am to 1:15 pm. ] Topic:
Family Philanthropy: Understanding the Complexities of Multi-Generation Donors
 
Participants will gain insights into the dynamics of families who share assets.  Discuss differences between donor families and individual donors, and identify opportunities for developing relationships with philanthropic families.  There will be special emphasis on the engagement of “next generation” family members and discussion of how they are likely [...]

[ October 6, 2009; 11:30 am; ] Topic: The Power of Passionate Fundraising
 
The key to every gift is a passion, especially in a down economy: passion for the mission, passion for the donor and a desire to engage the donor in the mission more passionately. This presentation will explore the reasons why donors give and what we can do to help them [...]

Membership renewals are due for the 2009-2010 fiscal year. All VAFRE members, excluding those who joined after April 15, 2009, are currently due for renewal. To pay your dues online, and purchase a Season Pass if you desire, click here. You will need to log in and click on the renewal link near the top [...]