Welcome to East Central Illinois Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals

As one of 220 chapters of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, the East Central Illinois Chapter’s mission is to advance fundraising and philanthropy through education, training, advocacy and recognition.

We welcome all individuals who are interested and involved in fundraising. Chapter members represent a broad spectrum of professional experience and many area organizations. Non-members are welcome to attend chapter programs and events.

Postponed until Fall 2012

Philanthropy’s Horizon: Where We’re Going and How to Stay Ahead

Wesley Lindahl, PhD North Park University

$20 member/$25 non-member
12pm-1:30pm at the Champaign Country Club

Email: ebuckley@casa4kids.org

JUNE, JULY, AUGUST

Fundraising Fundamentals Webinar Series

3 sessions to focus on Annual Giving, Major Gifts & Planned Giving

These will be on-demand sessions.  A doodle will be sent to our email list to determine the best dates.

Possible dates in Danville & Decatur.

More details to come.

Wednesday, August 8 - Illinois Central College, Lecture Recital Hall, East Peoria, IL

Central Illinois AFP is proud to present Penelope Burk! 

A program specifically designed for Development Professionals, in this session you will learn:

• how the recession has motivated donors to make permanent changes in how they give and what that means for you;
• which fundraising methods are gaining and losing popularity with donors and how to shift budget resources to maximize profit;
• where to focus your scarce communications budget to maximize donor retention;
• how to position your not‐for‐profit to win the biggest gifts of all

Registration opens: 9:15 a.m.    Program 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

(lunch is included)

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE EARLY BIRD RESERVATION FEES: 

 EARLY BIRD RESERVATIONS ARE DUE BY July 27

              $50 for any AFP member/$90 for non-members

EARLY BIRD RESERVATIONS ARE DUE BY July 27

please add $15 to the above fees after July 27

 To make your reservations, contact Beth Reusch at breusch@peoriaymca.org

 No reservations will be taken after noon, Monday August 6.

Seating is limited so get your registration in early

This program qualifies for CFRE credit

SEPTEMBER

Friday, September 21, 2012 – Big Program

Half Day Session – Planned Giving

8am – Networking Breakfast/ 9am – Noon – Session

Topic: Building a Planned Giving Program from your Annual Fund

Dianne Johnson, President of Endowment Builders, LLC & Judi Smith

Champaign Country Club

NOVEMBER 

National Philanthropy Day

Champaign Country Club

DECEMBER  

Webinar – Ethics (on demand)  

Paul Pribbenow, CFRE And Barbara Levy, ACFRE

Provena Covenant Auditorium - $20 member/$25 non-member

To Register Email: ebuckley@casa4kids.org

Development & Events Assistant

The ISU Foundation seeks a committed and performance-oriented professional to provide support to the Development Communications and Events teams.  This position will assist with planning and executing campus and regional events in conjunction with the Events team.  Incumbent will also provide administrative assistance to the Development Communications and Events staff.  Other duties this individual will be responsible for are travel arrangements, preparation and monitoring budget, reimbursement process and maintaining information in our database.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED, degree preferred; a minimum of five years of professional experience or combination of relevant education and/or demonstrated work experience.  Experience using Microsoft Office software, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel, along with the ability to learn in-house databases is necessary.  Must possess excellent attention to detail, accuracy, communication skills (both written and verbal), editorial skills, judgment, organizational planning, diplomacy, and professionalism.  Must adhere to strict confidentiality standards.  Must be adaptable, flexible, self-directed and have a sense of humor. Experience working in a complex office setting and working effectively as a member of a team is highly desirable.  Organizational fit is the key.  Ideal candidates will share our organizational values of Integrity, Donor-Centeredness, Fiduciary Responsibility, Results Oriented, Diversity of Thought, Innovation and Balance.

The Iowa State University Foundation has an outstanding history in fundraising and recently completed its largest multiyear comprehensive campaign, Campaign Iowa State, securing over $867 million for the benefit of Iowa State University.  This position will join a high-performing team of more than 100 who are excited to leverage the momentum generated by the campaign as we move into a new fundraising era.  The Iowa State University Foundation has been acknowledged as one of the 50 Best NonProfits to work for in 2010 by the national publication, NonProfit Times, and most recently as one of Iowa’s Top Small Workplaces in 2011 by the Des Moines Register.

If you would like to join an accomplished, creative and enthusiastic team of fundraising professionals, please send a cover letter with salary requirements, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references to: Kevin Stow, Human Resources, ISU Foundation, 2505 University Blvd., Ames, IA 50010 or by email to kdbailey@foundation.iastate.edu.  Review of applicants will begin immediately and proceed until the position is filled.  Candidates recommended for employment are subject to a background investigation.

For additional information regarding the Iowa State University Foundation, please visit our website at www.foundation.iastate.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer