Past Events

Join us for a four-part conversation around trust-based philanthropy. This first session will be an open dialogue where we question the status quo of foundation grantmaking. As fundraisers, we’ll explore how centering the individuals we serve can lead to more impactful and equitable outcomes – and how foundations help or hinder those efforts. Let’s challenge norms, share insights, and reimagine roles in fostering trust within the philanthropic…

Join other seasoned development professionals (10+ years) to exchange ideas, discuss development trends, share frustrations, and learn more ways to galvanize the power of philanthropy to address critical needs.

Please join us for an inclusive and lively conversation about all things grants as well as to connect with and build relationships with other fundraising professionals.

The Emerging Development Leaders Group is a place to learn, grow and offer advice. Emerging Development Leaders show an interest in developing themselves and their own capabilities, and also have the ability and interest in developing, mentoring, and supporting others in the profession based on their experiences.

Please join us for an inclusive and lively conversation about all things grants as well as to connect with and build relationships with other fundraising professionals.

Giving USA will release its annual report on philanthropy (Giving USA 2024: A Forum on Philanthropy), publishing in-depth research on the who, what, and where of giving in 2023!  Campbell & Company, in partnership with AFP Southeastern Wisconsin, will be presenting a local conversation about the report. Together, we will discuss the biggest headlines of 2023, the current environment, explore what past trends can—and cannot—tell us, and…

Please join us for an inclusive and lively conversation about all things grants as well as to connect with and build relationships with other fundraising professionals.

Registration in the conference includes a full day of professional development opportunities. Grab and Go breakfast will be available from 7:30 am - 8:30 am. Lunch will be served from 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm and offers the chance to mingle with attendees and network.

The Emerging Development Leaders Group is a place to learn, grow and offer advice. Emerging Development Leaders show an interest in developing themselves and their own capabilities, and also have the ability and interest in developing, mentoring, and supporting others in the profession based on their experiences.

Join other seasoned development professionals (10+ years) to exchange ideas, discuss development trends, share frustrations, and learn more ways to galvanize the power of philanthropy to address critical needs.

Please join us for an inclusive and lively conversation about all things grants as well as to connect with and build relationships with other fundraising professionals.

Fundraising Day Wisconsin Scholarships AFPSEWI is excited to announce two full scholarships covering registration for this year’s Fundraising Day Wisconsin Conference (FDWI) on June 18 at American Family Insurance in Madison! Co-hosted by AFP’s Wisconsin chapters, this full-day conference promises to be an excellent opportunity to learn from nationally-known presenters and network with area development professionals.  Scholarship application…

The Emerging Development Leaders Group is a place to learn, grow and offer advice. Emerging Development Leaders show an interest in developing themselves and their own capabilities, and also have the ability and interest in developing, mentoring, and supporting others in the profession based on their experiences.

Please join us for an inclusive and lively conversation about all things grants as well as to connect with and build relationships with other fundraising professionals.

Planned giving is an invaluable tool for growing your annual and major giving programs, but have you avoided implementing it because you doubt you have the time or the resources to do it well? Bring a brown bag lunch with you for this informative session in partnership with the Planned Giving Council!

The Emerging Development Leaders Group is a place to learn, grow and offer advice. Emerging Development Leaders show an interest in developing themselves and their own capabilities, and also have the ability and interest in developing, mentoring, and supporting others in the profession based on their experiences.

Please join us for an inclusive and lively conversation about all things grants as well as to connect with and build relationships with other fundraising professionals.

An awards nomination is tops on a list of 45 easy ways to cultivate high-value donors, according to an article in Fundraising Success Magazine. At AFPSEWI we could not agree more! Nomination deadline May 4, 2024.  Honorees will be announced in late summer. Show appreciation for all that your donors and volunteers do for your organization by nominating them for a National Philanthropy Day (NPD) award.

Join other seasoned development professionals (10+ years) to exchange ideas, discuss development trends, share frustrations, and learn more ways to galvanize the power of philanthropy to address critical needs.

The Emerging Development Leaders Group is a place to learn, grow and offer advice. Emerging Development Leaders show an interest in developing themselves and their own capabilities, and also have the ability and interest in developing, mentoring, and supporting others in the profession based on their experiences.

The partnership between Board Members and the Development team is crucial to your team’s fundraising success. How can you empower your board members as active participants and passionate supporters in your organization's fundraising?

Join other seasoned development professionals (10+ years) to exchange ideas, discuss development trends, share frustrations, and learn more ways to galvanize the power of philanthropy to address critical needs.

Please join us for an inclusive and lively conversation about all things grants as well as to connect with and build relationships with other fundraising professionals.

The Emerging Development Leaders Group is a place to learn, grow and offer advice. Emerging Development Leaders show an interest in developing themselves and their own capabilities, and also have the ability and interest in developing, mentoring, and supporting others in the profession based on their experiences.

Join other seasoned development professionals (10+ years) to exchange ideas, discuss development trends, share frustrations, and learn more ways to galvanize the power of philanthropy to address critical needs.