MEMBER BENEFIT: ACCESS TO THE FINEST IN PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

AFP’s professional advancement programs and courses give every fundraiser, no matter what level of experience they have, the opportunity to enrich their skills and add to their knowledge base. There are many classes available in the marketplace on fundraising – with AFP courses you can be assured of high quality offerings based on a researched core body of knowledge and featuring instructors with years of fundraising experience and qualifications as working professionals.

From the First Course to Audioconferences and the new Career Planner, AFP has programs, courses and resources to meet your educational needs today and as you plan your future career development. These learning opportunities are offered to members at discounted prices, many in your local area.

AFP Career Planner

Looking for career-enhancing education? Make your first stop the new free AFP Career Planner, which helps you identify your own skill level and define areas of improvement, and then helps you find the resources you need to improve those skills. The planner also helps you develop and keep track of your own individual learning plan. This one-stop tool can lead you as you develop skills to increase your fundraising portfolio. To access the Career Planner, visit the AFP member gateway at www.afpnet.org and log on to visit http://www.afpnet.org/tier3_cd.cfm?folder_id=2645&content_item_id=15407.

First Course on Fundraising

“I left the course with a solid understanding of every aspect of an integrated development program. More importantly, I left confident that this was the career path for me. I am so grateful that I was introduced to the First Course. Thank you AFP!”

If you need a comprehensive introductory to fundraising tactics and techniques, consider registering for the First Course in Fundraising – either online or in a traditional classroom setting. The AFP First Course in Fundraising offers a complete overview of the development function, featuring state-of-the-art information and techniques.

To find out more about the First Course, visit http://www.afpnet.org/tier3_cd.cfm?folder_id=2565&content_item_id=2469.

To find a schedule for classroom offerings of the First Course visit http://www.afpnet.org/tier3_cd.cfm?folder_id=2565&content_item_id=1310.

CFRE Review Course

“The course was exactly what I needed to advance in my career.”
Looking for more advanced instruction? Or working towards your CFRE certification? Consider taking the CFRE Review Course. This intensive, two-day program provides intermediate-level fundraisers with an overview of fundraising skills and techniques. Coming online this summer, the CFRE Review Course, formerly the Survey Course, is taught locally by AFP chapters. For more information visit http://www.afpnet.org/tier3_cd.cfm?folder_id=2566&content_item_id=1444.

AFP Audioconferences

“I think the Audioconferences are the greatest thing AFP has ever done. Now I can simply register, shut my door and without leaving the office, benefit from the experience of others!”
Audioconferences are an easy and low-cost way to hear the latest thoughts on ethical and effective fundraising. Check with your local AFP chapter – many chapters host Audioconferences for AFP members. Find out about the diverse range of topics covered by AFP Audioconferences by visiting http://www.afpnet.org/tier3_cd.cfm?folder_id=910&content_item_id=1102.
Past Audioconference tapes are available for purchase at http://www.afpnet.org/tier3_cd.cfm?folder_id=910&content_item_id=6995.

International Conference on Fundraising

“This was a wonderful event! I enjoyed all the educational sessions I attended and found them incredibly helpful as I begin working on membership development and fundraising for my organization. I feel like I have a much stronger foundation now and came away with many ideas of ways to improve our development program.”

Join your colleagues at the International Conference on Fundraising! The annual AFP conference combines the best in education and networking at one premier event. Featuring more than 150 education sessions, the conference is the perfect venue for enhancing your knowledge of fundraising trends, tactics and techniques. Also the Exposition on Fundraising and Philanthropy, a 250 plus booth exposition, features experts in donor recognition, technology, special events, direct response, major giving and more! Learn from the organizations that supply products and services to nonprofits. For current information visit www.afpnet.org/international_conference often for updates.

More Information

For a complete listing of AFP Chicago events, visit the Calendar of Events online at http://www.afpchicago.org/chapter_events.php

Don’t forget the AFP Fundraising Resource Center when you are researching educational needs and opportunities. Free to AFP members, the Resource Center can assist you! To contact the Resource Center email resctr@afpnet.org. For more information on professional development and education opportunities, contact the AFP professional development staff at 800-666-3863 or in Mexico, 866-837-1948.