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Submit Your Proposal!
You are invited to propose a program for VAFRE’s monthly luncheon sessions. Luncheons are held in person in Richmond, with a hybrid option. Submissions are open to the public, regardless of membership status, and will be accepted on a rolling basis.
VAFRE’s mission is to equip fundraising professionals with the expertise, strategies, and networks to deliver lasting impact for an inclusive philanthropic community. Our goal for monthly meetings is to provide innovative and relevant programming that will appeal to members across all experience levels and fundraising disciplines. VAFRE is committed to becoming a more equitable organization by supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and access initiatives.
In accordance with VAFRE’s values, we are offering an honorarium for all luncheon speakers. This policy is to ensure we continue to select a diverse array of speakers and avoid any bias or discrimination that favors presenters from more privileged backgrounds. We believe presenters should be compensated equally, regardless of their position, personal traits or prominence.
For complete details and to submit a proposal, click here.
Thanks to our P3 Sponsors
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VAFRE is proud to be a participating organization with CFRE International. Members receive a 20% discount on certification and recertification.
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Welcome New (& Returning) Members!
- Meredyth Bryant, Comfort Zone Camp
Elvira de la Cruz Macedo, Latinos in Virginia Empowerment Center Lily Elias, The Endowment Project Foundation Heather Farber, Little Hands VA Jamie Frieling, Richmond Community ToolBank Marya Johnson, Family Shelter Services Summer Sage, Sigma Sigma Sigma Foundation Vera Thomas, Greater Richmond Bar Foundation Alexa van Aartijk, The SPAN Center Jocelyn Vorenberg Alek Wiggins, Beyond Boundaries Victoria Zemlan, Virginia Home for Boys & Girls
Log in to the Member Directory to access contact information for these and all members.
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Quarterly payment options and
scholarships available.
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Mark Your Calendar!
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 6, when VAFRE will hold its Annual Awards Program at St. Joseph’s Villa.
Watch for complete details and announcements of award winners coming soon. ______________
Need Help with Your Dues?
The Susan Early Scholarship Fund is available to new and renewing VAFRE members to cover the cost of your dues. To apply for a scholarship, follow the link in the member application or, for current members, follow the link on the Members Only page.
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Do You Need CFRE Credit?
Check out the recordings of our recent programs on the Members Only page of the website. Login now to view the virtual versions of our programs: from Giving Black to Demystifying Giving Circles, Using Data to Drive Campaign Success to Grant Writing with ChatGPT, it's all there for VAFRE members to take advantage of.
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Link Up with VAFRE on LINKEDIN
VAFRE has a Company page on LinkedIn: check it out to see what's happening with VAFRE.
Also, members can join our LinkedIn group page and post items of interest to other members.
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Creating Fundraising Internships Program Scheduled for March 4
There’s still time to register for our program focusing on Creating Fundraising Internships. You can attend in-person or virtually on Tuesday, March 4, for an insightful discussion on creating more inclusive, impactful, and mutually beneficial internship programs. We'll hear from Carol Anne Baker Lajoie, chief advancement officer for the Richmond SPCA, and Joycelyn Mahone Ferebee, director of the Ridley Scholarship Program at the UVA Alumni Association. Learn how to design internships that not only support your organization’s mission, but also provide meaningful experiences for interns while contributing to a stronger, more engaged community.
Participants in this session will be among the first to explore the new internship resources developed by our Community Engagement Committee, including practical tools designed to help you build and enhance your own internship program. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, share best practices, and strengthen the future of our field!
Please register for the March event by noon on Friday, February 28!
Click here for In-Person Registration.
Click here to register for the Virtual Session.
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All Board Nominations Due February 28!
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The VAFRE Nominating Committee is seeking nominations to fill vacant positions for the Board of Directors for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. Now is the time to take your membership to the next level and make a commitment to VAFRE, or it's a great opportunity to nominate someone else for the Board. Nominations are needed by Friday, February 28, 2025. Each nominee will receive a Candidate Interest Form that must be completed to be considered for a position by the Nominating Committee.
Eligibility and Term of Office: To be a director, you must be a member in good standing. Each elected Director shall take office on July 1, 2025, for a two-year term. Along with other Board members, each Director is responsible for determining VAFRE policies and supporting the mission of the organization. Time commitment includes a board meeting the first Tuesday of every other month (schedule variable until we can meet again in-person) and the time needed to complete the tasks of your board role.
The Board Nomination Form is available now.
Click here to read a general description of the Board qualifications, nomination process, and manner of conducting business as defined in the Policy Manual.
You can also view the Board Job Descriptions from the Policy Manual.
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No Fooling: January Program Rescheduled to April 1
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As with so many other things in Central Virginia this year, VAFRE’s January program had to be postponed due to weather conditions. But that means you still have an opportunity to register to attend Health and Well-being for Fundraisers, either virtually or in-person, on Tuesday, April 1.
Kickstart the rest of your year with a commitment to your health and wellness - critical pillars of success in both fundraising and personal resilience. Join us for an empowering session that will help you take charge of your well-being and develop actionable strategies to make lasting, positive changes in the areas that matter most to you. Together, we'll explore the unique challenges that fundraisers face in maintaining wellness, including stress and burnout, and uncover effective ways to overcome them. By cultivating mindful awareness, you can improve your mood, enhance your relationships, and boost your overall agency. Don't wait - take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced you in 2025!
Our presenter, Nicole Thomas, Ed.D., serves as the Contemplative Commons Director for the Contemplative Sciences Center at the University of Virginia. Nicole has spent over 12 years in higher education as a student affairs practitioner, fundraiser, administrator, and adjunct faculty member.
She also is a trained Health and Well-being Coach and yoga instructor. In her free time, she helps others assess their wellness and make action plans to meet their health goals, and she enjoys working with others as they explore what holistic health means for their lives and their paths forward.
Click here for in-person registration.
Click here to register for the virtual event.
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