BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Association of Fundraising Professionals - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Association of Fundraising Professionals X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://afpsoaz.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Association of Fundraising Professionals REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240412T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240412T030000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20240322T234202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T025811Z UID:10000084-1712887200-1712890800@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:IDEA in Action - Navigating Fundraising Challenges DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This meeting will be online only (no in-person meeting) \nNEW: AFP Southern Arizona is implementing a “Pay What You Can” policy. Please see below for more. \nIDEA in Action – Navigating Fundraising Challenges\npresented by Love Odih Kumuyi\, Founder/Culture Engineering Officer at Unsiloed \nAll things equity\, diversity\, and inclusion are currently caught in a storm. Commitments may flounder due to public pushback in the Court of Public Opinion. While this seems to be the dominant narrative\, those committed to the work are still doing the work. In this interactive fundraising workshop\, professionals will explore the current state of IDEA\, engage in discussion on how to integrate values for inclusion without muscling or smuggling it in\, and learn about a systems approach to equity and inclusion in fundraising. \nLearning outcomes \nThis interactive workshop will combine insights\, facilitated discussions\, and better practices. Participants will have the opportunity to: \n\nLearn: Gain foundational knowledge of IDEA and its impact on fundraising.\nDiscuss: Share real-world challenges and brainstorm solutions for navigating pushback.\nPractice: Develop communication skills to address concerns from donors and sponsors.\nCollaborate: Explore strategies for integrating IDEA into existing fundraising practices.\n\nFriday\, April 12\, 2024\, 9 – 10 AM\nOnline only (no in-person meeting): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83226091146?pwd=YW15QTcvbGh1c1hLMWxGSHFabkhaUT09 \n\n\nAbout the Presenter:  \nLove Odih Kumuyi\, Founder/Culture Engineering Officer at Unsiloed \nAs an attorney and Equity\, Inclusion and Justice scholar-practitioner\, Love founded Unsiloed with a singular mission: To help organizations make psychological safety and human-rights part of everyday culture\, for everyone. As a two-time immigrant she understands first hand the challenges of being ‘othered’ and is keen on using creating spaces that feel accessible. Formerly the Associate Dean at Cornell University\, Love worked in dynamic capacities with corporate organizations\, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)\, U.S. Peace Corps\, law firms\, and universities across the globe. With 15 years of interdisciplinary experience utilizing law\, policy\, education\, and research to help organizations engineer inclusion\, she believes with 100% certainty: When we create workplaces where it’s not too expensive for employees to be themselves\, innovation abounds and everyone wins. Love’s superpowers are peacebuilding and conflict transformation. She’s passionate about driving systemic change with empathy\, fostering learning and facilitating dialogue — all in an effort to redefine human relations\, promotes inclusion\, and build psychologically safe workplaces where people can thrive. She is an adjunct professor at New York University\, certified Psychological safety trainer and coach\, mediator and restorative justice practitioner. URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/idea-in-action-navigating-fundraising-challenges/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240510T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240510T030000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20240412T025306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T025650Z UID:10000085-1715304600-1715310000@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Get Out There! How to Prep For\, Apply For\, and Excel at Conference Presentations DESCRIPTION:NEW: AFP Southern Arizona is implementing a “Pay What You Can” policy. Please see below for more. \nGet Out There! How to Prep For\, Apply For\, and Excel at Conference Presentations\nPresented by Deb Dale\, CFRE – Chief Development Officer\, AZPM (Arizona Public Media) \nGot great experience and want to share your knowledge? Welcome to the next step of your professional career! How to stand out in the selection process AND be invited back because you slayed! Learn and DO in this fun\, informative advice session. \nFriday\, May 10 \nRegistration and networking – 8:30 AM \nPresentation – 9–10 AM \nYWCA of Southern Arizona \n525 N Bonita Ave \n\n\nAbout the Presenter:  \nDeb Dale\, Chief Development Officer at Arizona Public Media \nDeb Dale\, CFRE\, joined Arizona Public Media as their first Chief Development Officer. In this role she oversees AZPM’s audience services\, fundraising\, membership and underwriting revenue centers and teams. She holds her CFRE credential (Certified Fund Raising Executive) and is an Association of Fundraising Professionals Master Trainer ®. \nOver the course of her career\, she has helped raise over $50 million and assisted organizations in distributing tens of millions more. She was named the Southern Arizona Fundraising Executive of the Year\, has been honored by the University of Arizona’s Eller College and was named one of Tucson’s ’40 Under 40’ Business Leaders. \nPrior to joining AZPM she spent over a decade as a fundraising and nonprofit management consultant with Smith & Dale\, LLC and Deb Dale & Associates. In that role she provided fundraising and executive coaching\, facilitated board retreats\, strategic planning processes\, educational trainings\, and performance audits for countless organizations. She also helped design and implement capital campaigns for more than a dozen organizations. \nDeb has served on numerous committees and boards of directors over the years. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Tucson’s Leading Women\, the Association of Fundraising Professionals\, Planned Giving Round Table of Southern Arizona and Old Pueblo Water Polo. She has lived in four countries\, speaks three languages\, is a native Tucsonan\, University of Arizona graduate\, and All-American water polo player. URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/get-out-there/ LOCATION:YWCA Southern Arizona\, 525 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240614T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240614T030000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20240503T071106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T071341Z UID:10000086-1718328600-1718334000@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Mail Like a Pro: Avoid These 5 Costly Mistakes DESCRIPTION:NEW: AFP Southern Arizona is implementing a “Pay What You Can” policy. Please see below for more. \nMail Like a Pro: Avoid These 5 Costly Mistakes\nPresented by Laura Ingalls and Brianna Klink\, Co-Owners of Abeja Solutions \nDirect mail is a powerful tool to raise money. But it can be hard for a small team to manage all the moving parts\, especially in an election year. This session will: \n\nExamine focus areas that can boost your ROI\nUncover inefficiencies that cost you money\nShow good and not-so-good examples\nHelp you time your year-end campaign\nProvide free tools from Abeja’s new book\n\nFriday\, June 14th \nRegistration and networking – 8:30 AM \nPresentation – 9–10 AM \nYWCA of Southern Arizona \n525 N Bonita Ave \nTucson\, AZ 85745 \n\n\nAbout the Presenters:  \nLaura Ingalls\nCo-owner & CEO\, Abeja Solutions\nLaura loves crafting stories that help nonprofits create healthier\, more stable funding for their missions. As a professional communicator for 25+ years\, she’s written and led teams for brands such as CNN International\, Save the Children\, World Learning\, and PetSmart Charities. \nMuch of Laura’s nonprofit career has been in the international development sector. She taught basic skills to young journalists in Iraq\, field produced a documentary about Kosovo’s judicial system\, and trained civil society groups in Nigeria. Closer to home\, she served for years on the board of Little Lights Urban Ministries in Washington\, DC. \nLaura has a master’s degree in integrated marketing communications from West Virginia University and a bachelor’s in journalism from the University of Arizona. \nShe consumes too much coffee and not enough history\, sci-fi and superhero stories. Laura lives in Phoenix with her husband\, adopted whippet mix\, and two TNR cats. \nBrianna Klink\nCo-owner & COO\nBrianna is passionate about helping nonprofits build sustainable\, data-informed fundraising programs. She loves crunching data\, building templates\, and fine-tuning processes so you can do more of what works with less stress. \nA certified nonprofit professional (CNP) and mail design professional (MDP)\, Brianna has 20 years of experience in organizational development\, multi-media production\, and database management. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and drama from the University of Washington. \nBrianna has held various volunteer positions with the Community Association of Seventh Avenue\, Yaple Park Historic District\, and Maricopa County Democratic Party. A veteran improviser\, Brianna performs regularly at The Torch Theater. She uses her improv skills to help clients create healthier\, more inclusive teams. \nBrianna lives in Phoenix with her husband and two adopted Chihuahuas URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/mail-pro/ LOCATION:YWCA Southern Arizona\, 525 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240809T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240809T030000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20240802T035345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240803T014600Z UID:10000087-1723167000-1723172400@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Fundraising Basics Trivia DESCRIPTION:NEW: AFP Southern Arizona is implementing a “Pay What You Can” policy. Please see below for more. \nFundraising Basics Trivia\nGet ready to test your knowledge and have a blast! \nJoin us for an unforgettable morning of Fundraising Basics Trivia with the AFP Southern Arizona Chapter! \nConnect with other nonprofit professionals over breakfast while testing your fundraising knowledge with our trivia session. It’s a great opportunity to learn\, share\, and build relationships within the fundraising community. \nWhether you’re a fundraising pro or just getting started\, this is your chance to show off what you know (or learn something new!) in a fun\, friendly environment – AND win fantastic prizes! \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \nTime: 8:30 – 10 AM\nLocation: YWCA of Southern Arizona \nFriday\, August 9th \nTime: 8:30 – 10 AM \nYWCA of Southern Arizona \n525 N Bonita Ave \nTucson\, AZ 85745 URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/fundraisingbasicstrivia/ LOCATION:YWCA Southern Arizona\, 525 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240913T013000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240913T030000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20240820T225325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T225325Z UID:10000088-1726191000-1726196400@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Explore Upcoming Funding Opportunities with CFSA DESCRIPTION:NEW: AFP Southern Arizona is implementing a “Pay What You Can” policy. Please see below for more. \nJoin us as we “Explore Upcoming Funding Opportunities” with our friends from the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona. \nThe Community Foundation for Southern Arizona team will share an overview of CFSA’s competitive grantmaking\, discuss our structure and different entry points for folks seeking funding\, and identify other resources and opportunities available at CFSA. This will include the expected schedule of funding available for fiscal year 2024-25 and details on the many initiatives in CFSA’s portfolio.  \nPresenters include:   \nJeaiza Quiñones Ivory\, Senior Director for Community Impact \nEnedina Miller\, Community Impact Manager \nDesiree Hammond\, Community Impact Manager \n  \nFriday\, September 13 \nTime: 8:30 – 10 AM \nYWCA of Southern Arizona \n525 N Bonita Ave \nTucson\, AZ 85745 URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/funding_opportunities_cfsa/ LOCATION:YWCA Southern Arizona\, 525 N Bonita Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85745\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250110T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250110T023000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20250104T025040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T052035Z UID:10000090-1736470800-1736476200@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:The Virtuous Benchmark Report DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter as we kick off our 2025 Educational Series!\nJanuary 10\, 2025\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nDoubletree Reid Park\n445 S Alvernon Way \nThe Virtuous Benchmark Report: Insights and Actionable Strategies for Nonprofits \nPresented by David Cady\, Virtuous CFO\nSponsored by Commotion Studios \nWhat is your fundraising data telling you – and do you know how to use it? \nThe Virtuous Benchmark Report offers a roadmap for improving your fundraising results by examining the key benchmarks of successful fundraising programs. Take a deep dive into understanding what your organization’s data is telling you about what you’re doing right and what you can do differently for greater fundraising success. \nThis benchmark study focuses on seven key KPIs critical in determining the health of a nonprofit’s fundraising efforts: \n\nGross Donor Retention\nAverage and Median Gift Amount\nDonor Expansion\nRecurring Giving\nPortfolio Balance\nDonor Lifetime Value\nNew Donor Acquisition\n\nThe report provides actionable next steps for each KPI\, helping you turn these insights into measurable improvements to make data-driven decisions that improve your organization’s results. \n\nREGISTRATION FEES: \n$25 Members | $35 Non-members\n$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10) \nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 (limited number available). \n\nRegistration is closed URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/the-virtuous-benchmark-report_2-2-2/ LOCATION:Doubletree Reid Park\, 448 S. Alvernon Way\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250214T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250214T023000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20250122T232733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T232733Z UID:10000091-1739494800-1739500200@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:The Art of the Ask DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2025 Educational Series!\nFebruary Education Breakfast\nFebruary 14\, 2025\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast by Snooze & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nCommunity Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\n5049 E Broadway Blvd.\nTucson\, Az 85711 \nThe Art of the Ask: Tips from Seasoned Solicitors\nJoin some of Tucson’s expert fundraisers as they share tips\, provide guidance and personal stories about building strong donor relationships\, crafting effective funding pitches\, and navigating the art of the ask. \nModerator:  Deb Dale\, CFRE\, VP and Chief Development Officer\, TMC Health and TMC Health Foundation \nPanelists: \n*Cheryl House\, CFRE\, Executive Vice President\, The Phoenix Philanthropy Group \n*Ethan Smith-Cox\, CFRE\, Development Director\, The Loft Cinema \n*John B. Fung\, CFRE\, Director of Major Gifts & Planned Giving\, El Rio Health Center \n*Phoebe Chalk-Wadsworth\, Ed.D.\, President & CEO\, Chalk Consulting\, LLC \nLearn more about our panelists. \n\nREGISTRATION FEES: \n$25 Members | $35 Non-members\n$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10) \nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 (limited number available). \n$0 – 2025 Education Package purchasers \nPay at the door:  Cash or check accepted. \n\nLimited time offer!  2025 Monthly Education Meeting package.\n$200 members | $300 nonmembers \nI would like to purchase an education package! \nOffer ends February 28\, 2025! URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/the-art-of-the-ask-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Community Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\, 5049 E. Broadway\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260508T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260508T093000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20260122T060259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T192022Z UID:10000109-1778227200-1778232600@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:How to Create a Fundraising Plan that Fits Your Organization DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2026 Educational Series!\nMay Education Breakfast\n\nMay 8\, 2026\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nCommunity Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\n5049 E Broadway Blvd.\nTucson\, Az 85711 \nTopic: How to Create a Fundraising Plan that Fits Your Organization\nPresented by Ethan Cox\, Loft Cinema \nMeeting Sponsored by \nDownload list of 2026 Meeting Topics/Dates \n\n\n\n \n \n Monthly Meeting RSVP | Online Purchase -May 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Organization*Email*\n \n Monthly MeetingRegistration Fees*$25 Members/$35 Non-members/$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10)\n\nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 – limited number available.\nIf you purchased a 2026 Education Monthly Meeting package and want to register another attendee\, please register them separately.\n \n \n Member $25\n \n \n \n Nonmember $35\n \n \n \n Reduce Rate $15\n \n \n \n Edu package holder $0\n # of Attendees*Names of Additional AttendeesPayment method*Mail payment to: P.O. Box 41176\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85717 or pay at the door. Cash and check accepted.\n \n \n Online payment - CC\n \n \n \n I'm mailing a Check\n \n \n \n I'll pay at the door (Cash\, Check\, CC)\n Total\n \n CAPTCHAPayment MethodPayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/create_a_plan/ LOCATION:Community Foundation for Southern Arizona\, 5049 E Broadway Blvd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings,Professional Development ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260612T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260612T093000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20260408T051631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T215039Z UID:10000111-1781251200-1781256600@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:The Donor Conversation DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2026 Educational Series!\n\nJune Education Breakfast\nJune 12\, 2026\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nCommunity Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\n5049 E Broadway Blvd.\nTucson\, Az 85711 \nTopic: The Donor Conversation We’ve Been Afraid to Have (and Why We Need to Have it Now).\nPresented by Frank Velasquez\, Jr. 4daHood \nThe communities we work with are facing increased attacks and our work itself is under scrutiny. This session addresses the fears we’ve been carrying about having vulnerable conversations with donors and offers practical strategies to build genuine connections that center community expertise\, navigate power dynamics with honesty\, and position donors as contributors to collective movements led by community wisdom. \n\nAbout Frank:  Storyteller Extraordinaire\, Social Justice Warrior and Relation Cultivator\, Frank Velásquez Jr.\, relentlessly pursues racial and gender equity\, while creatively connecting our stories\, preserving the distinct flavor of each one like in a yummy bowl of gumbo. As Founder of 4 Da Hood and the mastermind behind the Ascending Leaders in Color program\, he forges paths for Peeps of Color to lead with more authenticity\, courage\, and joy! Because for Frank\, advancing equity isn’t just a job – it’s a movement towards building generational wealth for communities of color to thrive! And he’s doing it one connection\, one story\, one courageous conversation at a time. \nDownload list of 2026 Meeting Topics/Dates \n\n\n \n \n Monthly Meeting RSVP | Online Purchase -June 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Organization*Email*\n \n Monthly MeetingRegistration Fees*$25 Members/$35 Non-members/$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10)\n\nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 – limited number available.\nIf you purchased a 2026 Education Monthly Meeting package and want to register another attendee\, please register them separately.\n \n \n Member $25\n \n \n \n Nonmember $35\n \n \n \n Reduce Rate $15\n \n \n \n Edu package holder $0\n # of Attendees*Names of Additional AttendeesPayment method*Mail payment to: P.O. Box 41176\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85717 or pay at the door. Cash and check accepted.\n \n \n Online payment - CC\n \n \n \n I'm mailing a Check\n \n \n \n I'll pay at the door (Cash or Check)\n Total\n \n CAPTCHAPayment MethodCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/the-donor-conversation/ LOCATION:Community Foundation for Southern Arizona\, 5049 E Broadway Blvd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings,Professional Development ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260710T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260710T093000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20260408T052002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T215232Z UID:10000112-1783670400-1783675800@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Giving USA 2025 Report DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2026 Educational Series!\nJuly Education Breakfast\nJuly 10\, 2026\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nCommunity Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\n5049 E Broadway Blvd.\nTucson\, Az 85711 \nTopic: Giving USA 2025 Report\nPresented by Richard Tollefson\, The Phoenix Philanthropy Group \nGiving USA is the longest-running longitudinal study of the sources and uses of philanthropy in America\, providing nearly 65 years’ worth of data on giving trends in the United States. As a trusted\, long-time partner of The Giving Institute\, The Phoenix Philanthropy Group is honored to collaborate with outstanding membership organizations for fundraising professionals in Arizona and California to present Giving USA 2026. This unique opportunity features Richard Tollefson\, president of The Phoenix Philanthropy Group\, who will help you stay at the forefront of national philanthropic trends by breaking down the numbers and translating the data into actionable steps to elevate your fundraising performance. \nDownload list of 2026 Meeting Topics/Dates \n\n\n \n \n Monthly Meeting RSVP | Online Purchase -July 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Organization*Email*\n \n Monthly MeetingRegistration Fees*$25 Members/$35 Non-members/$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10)\n\nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 – limited number available.\nIf you purchased a 2026 Education Monthly Meeting package and want to register another attendee\, please register them separately.\n \n \n Member $25\n \n \n \n Nonmember $35\n \n \n \n Reduce Rate $15\n \n \n \n Edu package holder $0\n # of Attendees*Names of Additional AttendeesPayment method*Mail payment to: P.O. Box 41176\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85717 or pay at the door. Cash and check accepted.\n \n \n Online payment - CC\n \n \n \n I'm mailing a Check\n \n \n \n I'll pay at the door (Cash or Check)\n Total\n \n CAPTCHAPayment MethodCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/giving-usa-2025-report/ LOCATION:Community Foundation for Southern Arizona\, 5049 E Broadway Blvd\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings,Professional Development ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260814T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260814T093000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20260422T210303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T215312Z UID:10000113-1786694400-1786699800@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Bolster Your Annual Fundraising DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2026 Educational Series!\nAugust Education Breakfast\nAugust 14\, 2026\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nNOTE:  DIFFERENT LOCATION for this MEETING \nUnited Way of Tucson\n330 N. Commerce Loop\, Ste 200\nTucson\, Az  \nWe will meet in the Sentinel Room \nTopic: Bolster Your Annual Fundraising with Multichannel Strategies (and Why this is Essential in the Day and Age of AI)\nPresented by Jennifer Tersigni\, Raise the Bar Consulting \nDownload list of 2026 Meeting Topics/Dates \n\n\n \n \n Monthly Meeting RSVP | Online Purchase -August 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Organization*Email*\n \n Monthly MeetingRegistration Fees*$25 Members/$35 Non-members/$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10)\n\nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 – limited number available.\nIf you purchased a 2026 Education Monthly Meeting package and want to register another attendee\, please register them separately.\n \n \n Member $25\n \n \n \n Nonmember $35\n \n \n \n Reduce Rate $15\n \n \n \n Edu package holder $0\n # of Attendees*Names of Additional AttendeesPayment method*Mail payment to: P.O. Box 41176\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85717 or pay at the door. Cash and check accepted.\n \n \n Online payment - CC\n \n \n \n I'm mailing a Check\n \n \n \n I'll pay at the door (Cash or Check)\n Total\n \n CAPTCHAPayment MethodCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/bolster-your-annual-fundraising/ LOCATION:United Way of Tucson\, 300 N. Commerce Loop\, Ste 200\, Tucson\, AZ\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings,Professional Development ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T093000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20260422T212757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T215335Z UID:10000114-1789113600-1789119000@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Stop Winging It DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2026 Educational Series!\nSeptember Education Breakfast\nSeptember 11\, 2026\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nNOTE:  DIFFERENT LOCATION for this MEETING \nSands Club at University of Arizona\n565 N. Cherry Ave\nTucson\, Az  \nTopic: Stop Winging It: A Smarter Framework for Portfolio Management and Donor Stewardship\nPresented by Phoebe Chalk\, Chalk Consulting \nMost of us got into this work because we care about the mission\, not because we love managing spreadsheets or tracking touchpoints. But here’s the truth: without a clear portfolio strategy and a real stewardship plan\, even your best donors could quietly walk out the door. In this session\, Dr. Chalk-Wadsworth will introduce two practical frameworks\, a Prospect Framework for understanding exactly where your donors and prospects sit (and when to ask)\, and a tiered Stewardship Matrix that takes the guesswork out of who gets what touch and when. Whether you’re just building your first portfolio or you’ve been doing this for 20 years\, you’ll leave with tools you can use on Monday morning. \n\nAbout the Speaker\nDr. Phoebe Chalk-Wadsworth is the President and CEO of Chalk Consulting\, a boutique firm she launched in 2022 to help nonprofits\, schools\, and athletic organizations strengthen fundraising strategy and drive transformational growth. In nearly five years\, she has partnered with more than 13 organizations across arts\, education\, faith-based\, and athletic sectors\, providing expertise in capital campaigns\, major gifts\, feasibility studies\, and board engagement. \nWith more than 35 years of experience in higher education and nonprofit leadership\, Dr. Chalk-Wadsworth is known for her strategic insight\, relationship-driven approach\, and ability to build sustainable fundraising systems that align leadership and inspire donor investment. \nPrior to founding Chalk Consulting\, she spent 31 years at the University of Arizona\, where she raised more than $29 million and participated in five comprehensive capital campaigns. \nA Tucson native\, she holds a doctorate in educational leadership from the University of Arizona and remains deeply engaged in the local community. \nDownload list of 2026 Meeting Topics/Dates \n\n\n \n \n Monthly Meeting RSVP | Online Purchase -September 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Organization*Email*\n \n Monthly MeetingRegistration Fees*$25 Members/$35 Non-members/$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10)\n\nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 – limited number available.\nIf you purchased a 2026 Education Monthly Meeting package and want to register another attendee\, please register them separately.\n \n \n Member $25\n \n \n \n Nonmember $35\n \n \n \n Reduce Rate $15\n \n \n \n Edu package holder $0\n # of Attendees*Names of Additional AttendeesPayment method*Mail payment to: P.O. Box 41176\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85717 or pay at the door. Cash and check accepted.\n \n \n Online payment - CC\n \n \n \n I'm mailing a Check\n \n \n \n I'll pay at the door (Cash or Check)\n Total\n \n CAPTCHAPayment MethodCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/stop_winging_it/ LOCATION:Sands Club\, 565 N. Cherry Ave\, Tucson\, 85719\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings,Professional Development ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261009T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261009T093000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20260422T214824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T215354Z UID:10000115-1791532800-1791538200@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:Making Good Decisions about Tech_Fundraising Shop DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2026 Educational Series!\nOctober Education Breakfast\nOctober 9\, 2026\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nNOTE:  LOCATION for this MEETING \nCommunity Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\n5049 E Broadway Blvd.\nTucson\, Az 85711 \nTopic: Making Good Decisions about Technology for your Fundraising Shop\nPresented by Jerusha Schmalzel\, Salesforce at CFSA \nDownload list of 2026 Meeting Topics/Dates \n\n\n \n \n Monthly Meeting RSVP | Online Purchase -October 2026\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Organization*Email*\n \n Monthly MeetingRegistration Fees*$25 Members/$35 Non-members/$15 Reduced rate (limit of 10)\n\nIf the full registration fee presents a barrier that would prevent you from attending\, we welcome you to register at a reduced rate of $15 – limited number available.\nIf you purchased a 2026 Education Monthly Meeting package and want to register another attendee\, please register them separately.\n \n \n Member $25\n \n \n \n Nonmember $35\n \n \n \n Reduce Rate $15\n \n \n \n Edu package holder $0\n # of Attendees*Names of Additional AttendeesPayment method*Mail payment to: P.O. Box 41176\, Tucson\, Arizona\, 85717 or pay at the door. Cash and check accepted.\n \n \n Online payment - CC\n \n \n \n I'm mailing a Check\n \n \n \n I'll pay at the door (Cash or Check)\n Total\n \n CAPTCHAPayment MethodCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/making-good-decisions-about-tech_fundraising/ LOCATION:Community Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\, 5049 E. Broadway\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings,Professional Development ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261211T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261211T093000 DTSTAMP:20260605T221254 CREATED:20260422T215418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T191808Z UID:10000116-1796976000-1796981400@afpsoaz.org SUMMARY:December 2026 Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Join AFP Southern Arizona Chapter for our 2026 Educational Series!\nDecember Education Breakfast\nDecember 11\, 2026\n8 – 9:30 AM\n8 AM Breakfast & Registration\n8:30-9:30 AM Program \nCommunity Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\n5049 E Broadway Blvd.\nTucson\, Az 85711 \nTopic: To be announced\nPresented by \n  \n\nRegistration opening later this year. URL:https://afpsoaz.org/event/december-2026-breakfast/ LOCATION:Community Foundation for Southern Arizona Campus\, 5049 E. Broadway\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85711\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings,Professional Development ORGANIZER;CN="AFP Southern Arizona":MAILTO:admin@afpsoaz.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR