Our Future Digital World: Innovative Technology for Fundraising

February Educational Luncheon: Technology is changing our world at an exponential rate, disrupting companies on a daily basis. And the reality is, no industry is immune – including nonprofit organizations. New technologies, new business models, and new outcomes will drive innovative ways to attract…

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access

As fundraisers for nonprofits, we all work towards building a stronger and better community. Whether we are addressing poverty, homelessness, health, quality of life or any other cause, our common goal is to create a better tomorrow for those we serve. Today we must all take a stand and say Black…

Our Chapter Tops the Nation!

Wisconsinites love a bargain and the recent AFP Membership Promotion was just the ticket! The Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter was recognized by AFP Headquarters for registering the most new members.

Organizational Leaders Group

Executive Directors and CEOs wear so many hats! In addition to steering an organization and managing its operations, they also play a pivotal role in raising money. If you lead an organization and fundraising is just one of the many things you do, the Organizational Leaders Group offers a safe…

Organizational Leaders Group

Executive Directors and CEOs wear so many hats! In addition to steering an organization and managing its operations, they also play a pivotal role in raising money. If you lead an organization and fundraising is just one of the many things you do, the Organizational Leaders Group offers a safe…

Organizational Leaders Group

Executive Directors and CEOs wear so many hats! In addition to steering an organization and managing its operations, they also play a pivotal role in raising money. If you lead an organization and fundraising is just one of the many things you do, the Organizational Leaders Group offers a safe…

Organizational Leaders Group

Executive Directors and CEOs wear so many hats! In addition to steering an organization and managing its operations, they also play a pivotal role in raising money. If you lead an organization and fundraising is just one of the many things you do, the Organizational Leaders Group offers a safe…

Organizational Leaders Group

Executive Directors and CEOs wear so many hats! In addition to steering an organization and managing its operations, they also play a pivotal role in raising money. If you lead an organization and fundraising is just one of the many things you do, the Organizational Leaders Group offers a safe…

Opening the Door to Major Gifts: Mastering the Discovery Call

Online Success Strategies, Tools and Trade Secrets

An Ode to Our Mentoring Program

If you want to be a mentor Or perhaps a protege You must apply NEXT FRIDAY So click here without delay!

An NPD Nomination Can Lead to Great Things

There is still time to nominate your favorite volunteer, your top donor or a well-respected fundraising colleague for a National Philanthropy Day Award. The process is easy and the rewards to your organization are priceless! If you’re skeptical check out what AFP member Shavonn Montgomery Brown has…

NPD is Going Virtual!

The 2020 National Philanthropy Day Committee is excited to share with you that we are thinking creatively and working collaboratively to plan a special celebration in November, in the context of our current world. It is going to look a little different this year, since we can’t be together in…

NPD Award Nominations DUE

Honor Philanthropists and Fundraisers - Call for Nominations for NPD Awards Nominations are being accepted through April 29 for National Philanthropy Day 2022. We are looking forward to celebrating the incredible work local philanthropists, organizations, and professional fundraisers are…

NPD Award Nominations Due

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! Show appreciation for all that your donors and volunteers do for your organization by nominating them for a National…

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Nonprofit Videos (on a Budget) that Engage and Retain Donors

Nonprofit Finance: Equitable Budgeting and Forecasting

Giving USA will release its annual report on philanthropy in early summer, offering in-depth research on the who, what, and where of giving in 2024. Let's learn more about the trends togeher!

A New Year, A New Board

It is a great honor to have been elected to serve as the next president of our chapter and I want to thank those who have served over this past year for their hard work and dedication.

NEW! Seasoned Professionals Group

Are you interested in networking with 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?

NEW! National Philanthropy Day Impact Awards

The Impact Awards will be presented at the 2019 National Philanthropy Day Luncheon to recognize the important work that goes on ‘behind the scenes’ and to celebrate the Art of Philanthropy. In the coming weeks, AFP SEWI will be seeking member nominations for the following awards:

New Member Orientation Virtual Coffee

New member? Thinking of joining AFP? You could even be a 12-year AFP veteran and still learning something new about your benefits when you attend Membership 101! Join us virtually for an overview and introductions over coffee. 

New Member Mingle

This is a chance to ask questions, meet the AFP membership committee, vent about the challenges of networking while working virtually, and simply learn more about how you can maximize your membership. 

NEW Grant Opportunity for Metro Milwaukee

Deadline April 22, 2019! One metro Milwaukee not-for-profit will receive an unrestricted grant of up to $50,000, made possible by the fundraising efforts of the Wisconsin Athletic Club.

No need for a New Year’s Resolution – We are inherently driven to help each other!

Each year, approximately 40% of Americans create New Year’s resolutions. Life goals to be healthier, happier, and overall better than the previous year. As we enter 2022, we face a start much like 2021- we are still in the ebbs and flows of health and economic uncertainty. As a result, resolutions…