Association of Fundraising Professionals - Rhode Island Chapter
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Advancing philanthropy through education, training and advocacy

Please submit your organization’s name and a contact name to Kristen Boie, Chapter Administrator, at info@afpri.org to be included as a signatory of this letter. Please submit as soon as possible.

Get Involved, Join a Committee

GET INVOLVED
Current openings and ongoing opportunities:
 
Annual Conference 2012:  Contact Conference Chairs:
Erica Bryson, CFRE at 401-274-1122 or ebryson@wihri.org 
Robin Cabral, CFRE at 401-333-6333 x 116 or rcabral@mercyne.org.     
     
Planning has begun.  Please join us at the first meeting for "brainstorming"
on September 29, 2011, 8:30AM at the Duncan Lodge, Butler Campus, Providence
RSVP either Co-Chair.
 
Conference Committee Members & Volunteers Needed
 
Committee Opportunities:
·         Program – Select session and plenary speakers, recruit speakers/topics to fill gaps in daily schedule, act as point of reference for speakers, work with logistics sub-committee to determine timeline
·         Sponsors/Exhibitors – recruit sponsors and exhibitors, act as the liaison from the Chapter to the Sponsor/Exhibitor in providing information and ensuring payment is received
·         Logistics – Work with the timeline of the conference and work with the various sub-committees to determine those specific timelines; develop a plan for the day of the conference to organize volunteers
·         Marketing/PR – Design a timeline for e-blasts, social media updates, etc., design communications
·         Resource Center/Book Store – Recruit a vendor to act as the Book Store provider at the Conference; recruit publications for free give-a-ways to conference attendees; implement other ideas to add value for conference attendees during breaks (e.g. Ask a CFRE booth).
 
Volunteer Opportunities:
·         Proofing – An extra set of eyes is always helpful when proofing the invitations and program books
·         Stuffing – Traditionally, the evening/afternoon before the conference a group of volunteers gather to help stuff the bags with free goodies for conference attendees
·         Room Hosts (two per break-out session room) – Announce the speaker for the session (a bio will be provided); pass out and collect evaluation forms from attendees
 
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Awards and Scholarships Committee    Chair: Doreen Tucker
dtucker@mercyne.com
401-333-6333 x115
The Awards and Scholarships Committee meets 4-5 times a year with conference calls as needed to review applications for AFP-RI’s professional development and conference scholarships, as well as nominations for the Fundraising Executive of the Year Award and National Philanthropy Day Awards. Contact Doreen for more information or to join this committee

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Education Committee    Chair: Cheryl DelPico
cdelpico@provplan.org
401-455-8880 x 217
The Education Committee plans seven educational workshops during the year. The committee meets four times during the year to plan for and discuss topics, presenters, venues, coordination, etc. If you have ever been to one of the sessions you know how well received they are. Contact Cheryl and join the committee today.

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Membership Committee   Chair: Katherine Long
401-847-1000 x 155
The Membership Committee plans five “Networking Breakfasts”, including the Holiday Breakfast, and the Annual Meeting. The committee meets at 8:00AM four to five times a year to plan these well attended breakfasts. Contact Katherine for more information or to join the committee.

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Marketing Committee     Chair: Mike Gianfrancesco
mike@teamfoursight.com
401-942-4010 (cell)
 The Marketing Committee works to promote awareness of AFP, National Philanthropy Day, Annual Conference and the accomplishments of our members within the Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts communities. The committee meets four times a year. Contact Mike for additional information or to join this committee.
 
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National Philanthropy Day November 22, 2011
Co-Chair:  Nicole Kelly 
401-331-4500 x 1312
Co-Chair:  Leslie Wildes
401-272-5094 x619
 
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Nominating Committee    Chair: Mike Gianfrancesco
mike@teamforsight.com
401-942-4010 (cell)
We meet once a month and discuss potential members for the board, assess who is on the board and discuss any changes to bylaws or policies of the agency. Contact Mike for additional information or to join his committee.