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• 2024-2025 Season Pass

  • Start
    Monday, June 10, 2024
  •  
    12:00 AM
  • End
    Monday, October 21, 2024
  •  
    11:30 PM
  • Location
    not applicable

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  VAFRE members can once again purchase a Season Pass to prepay for all of their meetings, either in-person or virtually!

  A Season Pass covers either in-person or virtual registration for all regular meetings from September 2024 through June 2025, including the monthly luncheons and the Awards reception.* 

  The Season Pass allows members the convenience of one annual payment for VAFRE events at a discounted rate:

  • Just $190.00 for in-person - that's $25 less than paying as you register for each event! 
  • Just $60.00 for the virtual option - a discount of $12 off of the pay-as-you-go rates. Those with a virtual season pass will have the option to upgrade to an in-person registration when they wish to do so for a small fee to cover the costs associated with the in-person event.

  Members may also send another staff person in their place if they are unable to attend a meeting (simply contact our offices to register your substitute).

  ADDED BONUS: Season Pass holders may register one guest to attend any one regular monthly meeting (excludes Awards luncheon) at no additional charge. That's an additional savings of $30 for the in-person pass and $15 for the virtual pass!

  *VAFRE reserves the right to charge Season Pass holders for any additional events that may be scheduled.

  Please note: the Season Pass is available to members only. You must be logged in to register for this option.

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• VAFRE 2024-2025 Professional Partnership Program

  • Start
    Saturday, September 07, 2024
  •  
    12:00 AM
  • End
    Monday, September 30, 2024
  •  
    11:30 PM
  • Location
    not applicable
  • Registered
    14 registrants

  Part ● ner : one that shares

  Are you new to fund development or would you like to enhance your professional skill sets?  If you answered “YES’ then VAFRE has great news for you!

  The Professional Partnership Program (P3), now entering its twelfth year, offers VAFRE members the opportunity for small groups (the Partners) to meet a minimum of four times with two highly experienced facilitators (the Leaders) between October and June. 

  The Professional Partnership Program will encourage discussion and comment on job-related concerns of greatest interest to each group as identified by the participant applications. Issues and topics for each session will be solicited in advance and facilitated by the Leaders.

  Registrations and all Necessary Documentation should be received by end of day September 6TH.

  Thanks to E.L. Freeman and The Monument Group for their sponsorship of this program.

  
  

  The Concept: 

  The Professional Partnership Program is an optional supplement to VAFRE’s current and ongoing offerings and is intended to meet the expressed interest of the membership in an initiative that will more formally link the most experienced VAFRE members with those members seeking to learn from their experiences. P3 will offer VAFRE members an annual opportunity to develop more extensive professional skills and understanding through an optional and self-supporting program that will organize small groups (the Partners) which meet periodically with two highly experienced facilitators (the Leaders). 

  
  

  Each group will meet a minimum for 4 times between October 1 and May 31 under the guidance of the Leaders.  Additional sessions may be arranged at the discretion of the Leaders.   The purpose of each P3 group is to encourage discussion and comment on those job-related concerns of greatest interest to each group.  Issues and topics for each session will be solicited in advance and facilitated by the Leaders.   Because of the rather informal nature of this program, it is not expected that participation will qualify for accreditation required for the CFRE certificate.  The administrative and operational expenses of PPP will be underwritten by a non-refundable annual participation fee paid by Partners; such fees will be paid to VAFRE and will not benefit Leaders, except in providing reimbursement for expenses associated with group sessions.

   

  P3 Organization: 

  Under the auspices of VAFRE, 2-3 teams of Leaders will be identified and selected.  Each team would consist of 2 individuals who are specifically chosen from the VAFRE membership for their demonstrated experience and success in conducting fundraising activities on behalf of at least two (2) recognized non-profit organizations/institutions and have achieved the position of chief advancement officer, that person ultimately responsible for the direction and success of all fundraising activities.  Each Leader team will bring relevant experience, including both specific fundraising program direction and management responsibility.  The emphasis in selecting Leaders is to favor those who have had extensive front-line (in the trenches) fundraising and management experience.

  
  

  The Leaders will be responsible to VAFRE for organizing and directing 4 group sessions annually with their assigned Partners.  Leaders may exercise their discretion over the time, duration and venue of such sessions, but they will be separate from VAFRE’s established membership meetings.  Individual meetings and consultations between Leaders and Participants is solely at the discretion of the Leader, but are not included under the program’s auspices.

  
  

  P3 Partners will be expected to apply for Program participation annually, with the completion of a short on-line application provided by VAFRE.   Such application will detail the applicants’ interests and desired expectations for P3 participation.  There will be no more than 8 Partners per team.

   

  Fees: 

  In consideration of their participation, Partners will pay a non-refundable $75 annual fee (discounted to $50 prior to July 31), payable to VAFRE, to underwrite the administrative and meeting expenses of each group.  The fee must be paid in full in advance of the first group session.  They will not be charged any additional fees for their participation.  P3 Leaders will not be compensated for their service to VAFRE in this capacity, but can secure reimbursement of reasonable meeting expenses. 

  
  

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• You Can’t Fundraise on Bad Strategy! - In-Person Event

  • When
    Tuesday, October 15, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Virginia War Memorial
  • Spaces left
    54
  • Registered
    26 registrants

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  Our Program

  **Please note the extended luncheon time for extra networking!

  This program has been rescheduled from June 4th.

  Join us for an interactive session on the critical nexus of equity and strategic planning, emphasizing its pivotal role in empowering frontline fundraisers to maximize donations and excel in their roles. 

  Through a nuanced exploration of equity frameworks and real-world examples, attendees will gain insights into how equity-based strategic plans can serve as powerful tools for fostering deeper donor relationships, and ultimately driving sustainable impact. Don't miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to drive meaningful change in fundraising for your organization's mission.

  Approved for 1.25 hours of CFRE Credit.

  Our Presenter

  Danielle Taylor is the CEO of Strategic Disruption Consulting. She helps socially conscious organizations increase revenue and improve operations to maximize community impact. As a business strategist and international human rights advocate, she has helped teams across the globe develop processes to reflect on their norms and policies and has led transformative overhauls of business practices that resulted in increased profitability and healthier work environments. Her work has been featured in numerous international publications and media outlets including Nasdaq and Runners World UK, and she regularly lends her expertise as a guest lecturer on social justice themes at universities and professional conferences. Before founding Strategic Disruption Consulting, Danielle served as the Chief Operating Officer for Virginia’s largest legal aid organization, Legal Aid Justice Center (LAJC). Prior to joining LAJC, Danielle led high-stakes human rights campaigns across Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and Southeast Asia with respected global development agencies including The Carter Center and the General Board of Global Ministries. Danielle is also a proud alum of Teach For America. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana State University, a Master of International Policy from the University of Georgia, and a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University. Danielle was recently named a Remarkable Woman by WRIC ABC 8News and the 2024 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year by the Metropolitan Business League.

  Our Schedule

  • 11:30 a.m. In-person Registration & Networking begins
  • 12 p.m. Lunch begins 
  • 12:10 p.m. Program begins
  • 1:30 p.m. Session concludes, Networking continues
  • 2:00 p.m. Adjourn

  Registration Fees

  • In-person registration is $20 for members ($0 for those with a Season Pass or $12 for those with a Virtual Season Pass), $25 for nonmembers who work at a member organization, and $30 for guests. All in-person registrants should select their meal during the registration process.
  • Virtual registration is $8 for members ($0 for those with a Virtual Season Pass), $11 for nonmembers who work at a member organization and $15 for nonmembers. The virtual registration fees help support the technology costs associated with offering a hybrid event.

  If you are not a VAFRE member and do not work in the office of a VAFRE member, consider becoming a member of VAFRE in order to access reduced registration fees.

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• You Can’t Fundraise on Bad Strategy! - Virtual Event

  • When
    Tuesday, October 15, 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Spaces left
    90
  • Registered
    5 registrants

  Register

  Our Program

  **Please note the extended luncheon time for extra networking!

  Join us for an interactive session on the critical nexus of equity and strategic planning, emphasizing its pivotal role in empowering frontline fundraisers to maximize donations and excel in their roles. 

  Through a nuanced exploration of equity frameworks and real-world examples, attendees will gain insights into how equity-based strategic plans can serve as powerful tools for fostering deeper donor relationships, and ultimately driving sustainable impact. Don't miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to drive meaningful change in fundraising for your organization's mission.

  Approved for 1.25 hours of CFRE Credit.

  Our Presenter

  Danielle Taylor is the CEO of Strategic Disruption Consulting. She helps socially conscious organizations increase revenue and improve operations to maximize community impact. As a business strategist and international human rights advocate, she has helped teams across the globe develop processes to reflect on their norms and policies and has led transformative overhauls of business practices that resulted in increased profitability and healthier work environments. Her work has been featured in numerous international publications and media outlets including Nasdaq and Runners World UK, and she regularly lends her expertise as a guest lecturer on social justice themes at universities and professional conferences. Before founding Strategic Disruption Consulting, Danielle served as the Chief Operating Officer for Virginia’s largest legal aid organization, Legal Aid Justice Center (LAJC). Prior to joining LAJC, Danielle led high-stakes human rights campaigns across Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and Southeast Asia with respected global development agencies including The Carter Center and the General Board of Global Ministries. Danielle is also a proud alum of Teach For America. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana State University, a Master of International Policy from the University of Georgia, and a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University. Danielle was recently named a Remarkable Woman by WRIC ABC 8News and the 2024 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year by the Metropolitan Business League.

  Our Schedule

  • 11:30 a.m. In-person Registration & Networking begins
  • 11:50 a.m. Virtual participants may login
  • 12 p.m. Lunch begins
  • 12:10 p.m. Program begins
  • 1:30 p.m. Program concludes, Networking continues
  • 2:00 p.m. Adjourn

  Registration Fees

  • Virtual registration is $8 for members ($0 for those with a Virtual Season Pass), $11 for nonmembers who work at a member organization and $15 for nonmembers. The virtual registration fees help support the technology costs associated with offering a hybrid event. 
  • In-person registration is $20 for members ($0 for those with a Season Pass or $12 for those with a Virtual Season Pass), $25 for nonmembers who work at a member organization, and $30 for guests. All in-person registrants should select their meal during the registration process.

  If you are not a VAFRE member and do nor work in the office of a VAFRE member, consider becoming a member of VAFRE in order to access reduced registration fees.

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