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

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northeastern Pennsylvania Chapter (AFP NEPA) proudly announces its 2009 National Philanthropy Day Award Recipients. This year, AFP NEPA will be honoring:

• Pride Mobility Products Corp., Outstanding Corporation
• The Luzerne Foundation, Outstanding Foundation
• Sue and Joe Hand & Family, Outstanding Philanthropists
• Letha Wells Reinheimer, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser
• Sue Helwig, Outstanding Fundraising Executive
• Jane E. Oppenheim, Lifetime Achievement

“This year’s event plans to be very special. We have an amazing group of honorees and are celebrating AFP’s 50th Anniversary,” said John Dawe, CFRE, Chapter President. “Our region is known for its resilient generosity. Philanthropy Day is something we look forward to each year as it further excites the spirit of Philanthropy.”

The 2009 Philanthropy Day awards will be presented at the Philanthropy Day Luncheon on Friday, November 20, 2009 starting at 11:30 a.m. at the Mohegan Sun Seasons Banquet Room in Plains, PA.

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[Wilkes-Barre, Pa.] – The Northeastern Pennsylvania chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) announced that Carol Maculloch, Director of Development for Annual Resources at The University of Scranton, will moderate a panel, “Mentoring: A Career Enhancing Benefit”

This is the first in the organization’s 2009-10 educational programming series and will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 24, 2009 at the Woodlands Inn & Resort, Wilkes-Barre. Reservations are required and can be made at http://afpmentor.eventbrite.com or by calling Mary Lou Miller at 570-586-3432.

Panelists include:

* Kathleen Matthews, President, Junior Achievement of NEPA, Inc.;
* Craig M. Lukatch, Director of Development, Wyoming Valley Children’s Association;
* Christopher Kelly, Development Director, the Osterhout Free Library;
* Lauren Pluskey, Director of Annual Giving, Wilkes University;
* Amy Hetro, Development & Markering Director, Leadership Wilkes-Barre; and
* Susan Dantona Jolley, Director of Donor Relations, Wilkes University

According to Maculloch, “Mentoring is an effective means of bolstering professional confidence and addressing precise questions and issues on fundraising through a personal one-on-one relationship. This new program allows seasoned fundraisers the opportunity to serve our profession by giving back their time, talent and expertise, while coaching and providing invaluable information for new fund raisers entering or shaping their development careers and their breath of knowledge.”

Cost of attendance is $15 for AFP members and $25 for not-yet members and day-of registrants. Registration is accepted via e-mail to events@afpnepa.org and online at http://afpmentor.eventbrite.com. Please address any questions to Mary Lou Miller at 570-586-3432.

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

Everyone -

The NEPA Philanthropy Forum is LESS THAN ONE WEEK from today.  We have added presenters David Shanton from Baruch College in New York – an expert on major gifts and prospect research.

We have had a great response so far with more than75 people registered.  (Register: http://forum.afpnepa.org)

Someone asked me if this is just for big organizations and the answer is Absolutely Not!   While there are a few workshops geared towards established fundraising programs, we have made sure that anyone who has ANYTHING to do with a nonprofit organization will be able to take away a great experience from this conference.

Whether you’re a board member, volunteer, or professional staff you’ll have a great time.

Finally, remember that we have “partial day” registration available for just the breakfast, just the lunch, just the workshop for board and staff, and any combination of these.

Register now at http://forum.afpnepa.org.

Thanks!

The AFP Northeastern PA chapter is presenting a panel on Corporate and Foundation Relations in a Slow Economy. Now more than ever, nonprofits and charitable organizations need the support of corporate and foundation funding to survive. During times of cutbacks and charitable giving slow-downs, AFP is providing a venue for you to ask questions to key leaders in the grantmaking field in our region.

Date: Tuesday, March 10
Location: Radisson Lackawanna Station, 700 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA
Time: 11:30 registration, Program begins at Noon

REGISTER AND GET MORE INFO at http://afp-march09.eventbrite.com/

Join the Osterhout Free Library as our Development Director. This is a full-time position, 37 hours/week, including some evenings, weekends and holidays.

The library serves a diverse and growing population, and works toward enriching the community in a variety of ways. As Development Director, you will be in charge of fundraising, grant research and writing, and building and retaining donor relationships. Bachelor’s degree is required, plus three years experience. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle are required.

Salary range is $35,000 – $45,000, based on experience and qualifications. The Osterhout Free Library offers a generous benefits package, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Sara Hansen, MLIS
Executive Director
Osterhout Free Library
71 South Franklin Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
570-823-0156 ext. 233