THE FIFTH ANNUAL NORTHEAST INDIANA
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION US POSTAGE PAID FT. WAYNE, IN PERMIT No. 650
NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY® National Philanthropy Day is a community celebration of the philanthropic spirit that lifts us up and makes the world a better place. Come join us in the celebration!
www.afpnein.org
Registration deadline: November 5
Join us for Northeast Indiana’s Premiere Fundraising Conference and Trade Show, CARE Awards Luncheon, and Gala Dinner and Philanthropist Awards Ceremony.
AFP Northeast Indiana Chapter PO Box 13498 Fort Wayne, IN 46869-3498
CHANGE T H E W O R L D
W IT H A G I V I N G H E ART
November 13, 2008 Grand Wayne Center 120 W. Jefferson Boulevard Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Presented by
CARE Awards Luncheon Sponsored by
Details available at www.afpnein.org
Honor the Giving Hearts in your Nonprofit Organization
Every organization has volunteers and donors who provide invaluable gifts of time, treasure, and talent. Honor these individuals at your nonprofit organization by publicly recognizing them at the annual National Philanthropy Day gala awards dinner. You can choose to honor one special individual or several. All honorees will be listed in the National Philanthropy Day program and will be recognized during the gala. To be listed in the program, the name(s) of your honoree(s) must be submitted by October 10, 2008.
TRACK SPEAKERS
Alice Ferris, ACFRE
Alice Ferris has over 17 years of fundraising experience. She has led fund development programs for both the Flagstaff Medical Center and Winslow Memorial Hospital. Ferris has also held development positions at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, AZ, and Wisconsin Public Television in Madison, WI. She is a past board member for AFP International, a two-time honoree as AFP Northern Arizona Fundraising Professional of the Year, and a graduate of the AFP Faculty Training Academy.
James S. Anderson
James Anderson has more than 22 years of sales and training experience. He has worked with local media and national consumer research companies such as Nielsen Media, Simmons, and Scarborough Research. Anderson has earned the Sales Executive of the Year, Negotiator of the Year, and the New Business and Over-Achiever Awards.
Scott Staub, ACFRE
Scott Staub has been a fundraiser for more than 20 years, with extensive experience in major gifts and capital campaigns. He has raised funds for healthcare, education, social services and religious causes. Staub has served on the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy in several officer positions and has been honored as an “Outstanding Fundraising Professional” by both the Aloha and Silicon Valley Chapters of the AFP.
Nancy Johnson, President, Target America
Nancy Johnson has over 20 years of experience working with nonprofits in the areas of research and software. In 2001, she joined the Target America team as VP of Sales. Johnson helped roll out eTapestry. She is a trustee on the ePhilanthropy Foundation board and is a Master Trainer for ePhilanthropy.org. She is listed as one of the top 40 Experts in ePhilanthropy and speaks nationwide helping nonprofits stay on the leading edge of ePhilanthropy.
Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
Linda Lysakowski is the president and CEO of Capital Venture. She has managed capital campaigns ranging from $175,000 to over $12M, and has trained more than 10,000 professionals and volunteers in fundraising and philanthropy. Lysakowski was named Eastern Pennsylvania’s Outstanding Fundraising Executive of the Year in 2001 and received the same honor from the Las Vegas AFP chapter in 2004. She is a graduate of the AFP Faculty Training Academy.
Alexander "Sandy" Macnab, FAHP, CFRE
Alexander “Sandy” Macnab began the consulting company bearing his name in 1994 after 25 years as a development professional. Prior to starting his own firm, Macnab served St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL, as Director of Development and Assistant Vice President. He is a member of the Chicago Council on Planned Giving and served on the organization’s steering committee. Macnab is a graduate of the inaugural class of the AFP Faculty Training Academy.
Ted Rondeau, CFP®, CFRM Chief Development Officer, Integrated Community Development International
Ted Rondeau spent 15 years in private practice as a CFP® specializing in high net worth clients and sophisticated estates. He entered the nonprofit sector in 2000, where he applies his expertise to the full spectrum of fundraising organizational development within the context of organizations engaging in international missions, NGO relief, and development work. Rondeau is a member of the Christian Stewardship Association, the National Committee on Planned Giving, the American Council on Gift Annuities, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
3rd Annual CARE Awards
(sponsored by Dulin, Ward & DeWald, Inc)
The CARE Awards honor organizations and individuals in the development field in the areas of:
Charity – a foundation or nonprofit that gives significant resources to further the mission of other nonprofits
Altruism – a foundation or nonprofit for its impact, effectiveness, and efficiency
Responsible Financial Management – a foundation or nonprofit that shows critical financial management practices and procedures
Executive Excellence – a nonprofit executive who exhibits outstanding leadership, drive, passion and commitment Nomination forms and instructions are available at www.afpnein.org
2008 NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY PROGRAM SCHEDULE National and regional development experts will share trends, effective practices and research applications. Sessions offer valuable information for professionals, board members, volunteers and students.
Time
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
5th Annual Outstanding Philanthropist Awards
The Outstanding Philanthropists Awards honors four individuals and/or organizations for exceptional commitment to the community through direct financial support, development of charitable programs, volunteering, and leadership in philanthropy that encourages others to become involved in philanthropic endeavors that benefit our community. The four categories are:
10:25 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy (K-12)
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy (college age) Outstanding Philanthropist Outstanding Corporation
Nomination forms and instructions can be downloaded at www.afpnein.org.
11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Honoring 60 Years of Philanthropy
Foundations play a vital role in fostering and furthering philanthropy in our community. Join us at the gala evening celebration when we recognize the oldest foundations in northeast Indiana.
Arthur K. Muselman Family Foundation, Inc. Adams County
McMillen Foundation, Inc. Allen County
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Peoples Charitable Foundation, Inc. DeKalb County
Huntington County Community Foundation, Inc. Huntington County
Kosciusko County Community Foundation, Inc. Kosciusko County
LaGrange County Community Foundation, Inc. LaGrange County
Jennie Thompson Foundation, Inc. Noble County
3:00 p.m. - 4:15p.m.
Steuben County Community Foundation Steuben County
Community Foundation of Wabash County Wabash County
The Wells County Foundation, Inc. Wells County
Stockamp Foundation Whitley County
Track A
BORN TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Scott Staub, ACFRE
Track B
Fundraisers are change agents in our society, serving as catalysts between donors, leaders, and nonprofits. Explore the transformative power of being a fundraiser, the dynamics of professional and personal development, and the tensions that accompany change.
THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF MAJOR GIFTS Scott Staub, ACFRE
THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN The Foundation of Success Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
This workshop presents an overview of the major gift process that covers strategy, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and management, with concrete examples and suggestions for implementing a major gifts program at your organization.
Learn how to involve your leadership in the fund development planning process; how to assure the plan will be implemented, and how to evaluate success. Participants will leave with a preliminary development plan for their organization.
DEVELOPING YOUR RESOURCES The Process of Philanthropy Sandy Macnab, FAHP, CFRE
GETTING READY FOR A CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
Learn how philanthropy works, from the history of philanthropy, to basics of annual giving, major and capital giving, to sources of charitable giving in America and where the money goes. Participants will receive a manual, customized to highlight your organization’s strengths and needs.
The three key elements of a successful campaign — timeline, budget, and the campaign cabinet — will be highlighted. Participants will also learn about the organizational infrastructure necessary to conduct a campaign and what you can expect from a feasibility study.
CARE AWARDS LUNCHEON Sponsored by Dulin, Ward and DeWald, Inc. Alice Ferris, ACFRE & Jim Anderson, Curb Appeal: Optimizing Personal Communications in a Professional Setting
People make snap decisions about you whether you like it or not, so it’s critical you understand the nuances of verbal and non-verbal communication. Whether it’s face-to-face, through letters, via email, or by phone, you can decide how you would like to be perceived.
GOING “A-COURTIN” Effective Donor Cultivation Alice Ferris, ACFRE & Jim Anderson
FINANCIAL WARFARE Being a Cultural Catalyst in a Western Economic Climate Ted Rondeau, CFP, CFRE
Meet or exceed your fundraising goals by learning cultivation techniques designed to meet the desires of your donors. Identify cultivation “roadblocks” and how to break through them. Develop ways to emphasize the importance of donor cultivation.
Learn how we, as fundraising professionals, can use our position of personal influence to help our society change for the better and help our constituencies discover the joys of philanthropy.
FOCUSED FUNDRAISING FOR 2009 Identifying Your Most Capable Donors Nancy Johnson
SUCCESSFUL ANNUAL GIVING PROGRAMS Building the Base Sandy Macnab, FAHP, CFRE
Learn how to use your computer and the Internet to help you raise more money by identifying, researching, and cultivating your organization’s best prospects.
Learn the basics of starting and administering an annual giving program, with emphasis on direct mail, insider tips, and practical skill-building ideas. “Hands on” copywriting and package-production are included.
4:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
RECEPTION
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
GALA DINNER AND OUTSTANDING PHILANTHROPIST AWARDS
FIFTH ANNUAL NORTHEAST INDIANA NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY NOVEMBER 13, 2008
Name _______________________________________________ Organization __________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________ City/State/Zip __________________________________________ Phone _______________________________________________ Email _______________________________________________
Quantity Tickets/Cost:
Total
____ All day member: $100 (includes lunch and dinner)
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____ AM Half day pack: $60 (lunch and two workshops)
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____ CARE Awards luncheon only: $18
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____ CARE Awards table sponsor (8 seats): $125
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____ All day non-member: $125 (includes lunch and dinner)
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____ PM Half day pack: $75 (dinner and two workshops)
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____ NPD Awards dinner only: $35
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____ NPD Awards table sponsor (8 seats): $250
____ NPD Awards corporate table patron: $500 (deadline October 10)
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The following “Giving Heart” honoree(s) will attend the AFP Awards Banquet as guest of: ________________________________ ___________________________________ (name of organization). Please list our honoree(s) in the NPD Program as: Name of Honoree(s): FREE __________ _________________________________________
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Total $ __________
CHANGE T H E W O R L D
W I T H A GIVING H E A R T
National Philanthropy Day
Please make your check payable to: AFP Northeast Indiana Chapter
Please mail registration form and payment to: AFP Northeast Indiana Chapter, PO Box 13498, Fort Wayne, IN 46869 For more information, please contact: Barb Jones (260) 456-4172 or bjones@vincenthouse.org Candace Schuler (260) 418-6142 or clschuler@comcast.net
Scholarships: Deadline is Friday, October 3, 4:00 p.m. For more information, please contact: Jane McGraw - (260) 458-0125 or jmcgraw@ecalliance.org or visit www.afpnein.org for an application
Registration and cancellation deadline: November 5