AFP Northeastern PA - Effective and Ethical Fundraising in the Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton Area

Cedar Crest College is seeking a Director of Annual Giving. Reporting to VP Advancement, the successful candidate will cultivate, motivate and recognize giving through direct mail, online, phone, personal contact, and event attendance. The Director will be responsible for preparing and
revising the annual giving plan including strategies, reporting, timetable of gift solicitation. Will also lead efforts for donor recognition and gift acknowledgment.

Bachelor’s Degree and two to five years of progressively significant development/fundraising; excellent writing and speaking skills; a substantial record of successful collaboration with both sophisticated and inexperienced volunteers; demonstrated capacity to organize and manage programs; the ability to work independently and creatively in a collaborative, team oriented environment; strong organizational and motivational skills; familiarity with computer systems and the willingness to use those systems. Ability to work some extended nights and weekends.

Exceptional candidates will possess a strong belief in higher education and a personal dedication to women’s education.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and letter of interest, with salary requirements to: Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Cedar Crest College, 100 College Drive, Allentown, PA 18104. or e-mail pazehner@cedarcrest.edu. Responses will be sent only to those under consideration. EOE.

Deadline has passed.  Thank you for your nominations.  Please save the date of November 20th for the Philanthropy Day Luncheon.

NOTE: Deadline Extended to June 20th

Download the Nomination Forms

Dear Colleague:

Northeastern Pennsylvania will celebrate National Philanthropy Day on Friday, November 20, 2009 at a special luncheon at the Mohegan Sun Seasons Banquet Room. This special day, designated each year by an official Act of Congress, recognizes the importance of philanthropy in society and pays tribute to outstanding volunteers, professionals, corporations and foundations.

We need your help to identifying those in the Northeastern Pennsylvania area who best exemplify the spirit of philanthropy. The Awards Selection Committee invites you to join in the recognition of philanthropy in the following ways:
•    Nominate candidates for one or more of the five distinguished awards to be presented at the Philanthropy Day Luncheon.

The award categories are:

• Outstanding Volunteer Fund Raiser
• Outstanding Corporation
• Outstanding Foundation
• Outstanding Philanthropist
• Outstanding Fund Raising Executive
• Lifetime Achievement Award

Mark Friday, November 20, 2009 on your calendar today and plan to attend the Philanthropy Day Luncheon at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Plains , PA.

Please complete your nomination forms immediately.  The deadline is June 6. JUNE 20TH.

Download the Nomination Forms

The Northeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of AFP is committed to making the awards process as inclusive as possible, recognizing outstanding achievements on the part of organizations of all sizes and stature. In this spirit, we encourage nominations on behalf of individuals and institutions whose accomplishments demonstrate excellence in philanthropy not solely in monetary terms, but in level of commitment, their talent and creativity, and their impact on our region.

Please complete and return the enclosed nomination form by June 6th.  Feel free to contact me at 570-348-1347 if you have any questions or comments.  Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.  See you on November 20th.

Best wishes,

Jim Brogna
2009 Philanthropy Day – Northeastern Pennsylvania
Award Selection Committee