AFP Chicago's premier learning forum is back and better than ever! We are very excited to announce our keynote presenter, Vu Le ("voo lay"). Vu is a writer, speaker, vegan, Pisces, and the Executive Director of Rainier Valley Corps, a nonprofit in Seattle that promotes social justice by developing leaders of color, strengthening organizations led by communities of color, and fostering collaboration. Known for his no-BS approach, irreverent sense of humor, and love of unicorns, Vu has been featured in hundreds, of his own blog posts at NonprofitAF.com.
AFP Chicago's Very Own Channing Lenert, CFRE Named AFP Outstanding Young Professional
AFP Chicago is proud to announce that Channing Lenert, MS, CFRE, recently named as program officer for Polk Bros. Foundation in Chicago, IL, has been selected as one of the Association of Fundraising Professionals' (AFP) 2019 Outstanding Young Professionals. Channing was recognized on Tuesday, April 2nd in San Antonio, TX at the AFP International Conference on Fundraising (ICON) during the Closing General Session.
The award recognizes fundraisers under the age of 31 who have already shown exemplary work in raising funds, inspiring donors, helping manage campaigns and giving back to the profession. Lenert is one of three young fundraisers to receive the award this year. read more...
AFP Chicago is proud to introduce... The 43rd Annual Faces of Philanthropy Awards Luncheon Honorees
For over 40 years, AFP Chicago has honored the committed, passionate individuals and corporations who work on behalf of the nonprofit organizations that AFP Chicago serves. AFP Chicago is pleased to honor those who demonstrate high ethical standards and exemplify the philanthropic spirit of our great city.
Congratulations to our extraordinary, 2019 Philanthropy Awards Luncheon Honorees:
Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Distinguished Philanthropists Award George S. Wright, Citi
Executive Leader Award
Christine O'Reilly-Riordan, Chicago White Sox Charities Professional Grantor Award
Christine Zrinsky, Lincoln Park Zoo Benjamin Franklin Award
Liz Thompson, Cleveland Avenue Foundation for Education Outstanding Community Leader Award
Dan Weishar, The Andrew Weishar Foundation Emerging Philanthropist
Richard W. Hutson Outstanding Volunteer Award
The award recipients will be recognized for their outstanding contributions at the 2019 Awards Luncheon on May 3, 2019, at the Hilton Chicago.
Thursdays will never be the same again! We are delighted to announce monthly opportunities #AFPThirdThursday to network with your peers in fundraising! You are invited to build your relationships and make new ones! These monthly casual events are a great opportunity for members and non-members in the Chicagoland community to meet, network, and hang out. Due to the growing popularity of these monthly meet-ups, be sure to RSVP and reserve your spot. Space is limited!
Save the Dates Thursday, April 18, 2019 Thursday, May 16, 2019 Thursday, June 20, 2019 Thursday, July 18, 2019 Thursday, August 15, 2019 Thursday, October 17, 2019
Networking After Hours National Museum of Mexican Art Thursday, April 18th | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 1852 W 19th St, Chicago EVENT SOLD OUT
Join your fellow AFP Chicago members and friends at this festive evening of networking and art! Come experience the National Museum of Mexican Art, a Chicago museum that showcases 3,000 years of creativity. You are invited to build your relationships with some of the leading professionals in our field and make new ones.
Our special guest speaker will be Tony Martinez, Jr., President and CEO of Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation.
This event is an IDEA Initiative (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access) in collaboration with the Member Engagement Committee.
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