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Welcome to the AFP Connecticut Chapter

AFP Connecticut Chapter has more than 200 members and is part of the International Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) representing more than 30,000 members in 227 chapters throughout the world. AFP members work to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs. They foster development and growth of fundraising professionals and promote high ethical standards in the profession.

• Next Meeting: Thursday, February 16, 2012: Breakfast Meeting
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A Special Thank You to our Luncheon Sponsor - Real Fundraising
Real Fundraisinghttp://www.real-fundraising.com/

Real Fundraising provides not-for-profits in Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and nationally with "real time" solutions to real problems and challenges, with special emphasis on fundraising.

At the real heart of fundraising is the need to have "realtime" assistance and Dr Spinnerinformation with problem areas or concerns potential major gifts  how-to methodologies all focused specifically for your organization and its goals.

Check with Real Fundraising regarding our latest projects to help not-for-profits use new Internet opportunities to raise funds and connect in new ways with their supporters and donors.

Real Fundraising's President, Dr. Jonathan Spinner, has over 30 years executive experience in a wide variety of not-for-profit and for-profit venues, large and small, local and national in scope.

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Jan 26 - Development Director
The Children’s Museum seeks an experienced professional Development Director ... more >
Jan 23 - Vice President for Advancement
The VP of Advancement at Goodwin College is responsible for overseeing all aspects of fundraising and development. ... more >
Jan 12 - Development Director
The Mattatuck Museum seeks creative and strategic thinker to lead efforts to expand and diversify the museum’s funding and donor base. ... more >
Jan 3 - Executive Director of the Foundation
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Jan 3 - Director of Development
The Director reports to the Vicar General – Moderator of the Curia. ... more >
Jan 26 - How to give to the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada
The AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada offers a range of convenient giving options. Select the option that's best for you! ... more >
Jan 24 - Making Online Giving Easier and More Fun
(Jan. 24, 2012) When someone clicks on your homepage “donate” button, is making a gift an inspiring journey or a chore? Here are some suggested best practices for engaging supporters online. ... more >
Jan 17 - Overall Giving Returns to Pre-Recession Levels, Study Finds
(Jan. 17, 2012) Total giving for the first 11 months of 2011 is 1.4 percent ahead of the same period in 2007, according to Blackbaud. ... more >
Jan 10 - Key Trends for the Nonprofit Sector in 2012
(Jan. 10, 2012) What trends will have the biggest impact on the nonprofit sector in 2012? According to Convio, it’s the maturation of social media and mobile giving, a greater role for peer-to-peer engagement, and a move toward donors dictating the terms of interactions. ... more >
Jan 4 - Important Announcement - Database Conversion
To convert to a new member database, AFP will soon have to turn off all operations related to our old database, except for foundation contributions, for a period in January, official dates to be determined shortly. ... more >