AFP Greater Detroit Chapter

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Stephanie Maurice Beason, MSW, CFRE! Stephanie is the Director of Development at Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, and serves on the AFP Greater Detroit Chapter Board of Directors. Learn more about Stephanie at https://lnkd.in/gKq7jGRe. #nonprofitleadership #AFPDET

The Fisher Fellows Mentorship Program, operated by AFP’s Greater Detroit Chapter, is renowned across the U.S. as a leading mentorship program for new development professionals. The objectives of this program are to allow new professionals to network with their more experienced peers and learn from experts on various topics relevant to the industry. Our overall goal is to ensure a pipeline of qualified professionals in the development field who share the same collective values as our chapter. (For the full article, visit https://lnkd.in/gquhQRzp.) #AFPGreaterDetroit #FundraisingMentorship #MentorImpact #GiveBack

Today, we’re highlighting Jennifer L Dale, CFRE, CNM! Jennifer is the Director of Community Outreach & Philanthropy at Angela Hospice and serves as president-elect of the AFP Greater Detroit Chapter Board of Directors. Learn more about Jennifer at https://lnkd.in/gGPUZYVM. #nonprofitleadership #AFPDET

Don’t miss NAVIGATING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS WITH DONORS: ADDRESSING RACISM AND SEXISM on April 10 from 9:30 – 11:30 AM! Join us for a panel discussion centered around strategies for engaging in difficult but necessary conversations with donors who have exhibited racist or sexist behaviors. Local fundraising professionals will share their experience and how they have overcome these types of challenging situations. In addition to the panel there will be time for conversation with the audience. Light breakfast and refreshments will be provided. Panelists include: Shai James Boyd, Ed.D, CFRE; Henry Ford College Regina Fortushniak Sharma, Detroit Justice Center Douglas Manigault, III, Interfaith Hospitality Network at Alpha House Cheryl Czach, Affirmations For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/geHsdmV8. #AFPDET #Philanthropy #MichiganNonProfits #MichiganFundraisers #Fundraising #IDEA #Inclusion #Diversity #Equity #Access #AFPIDEA

The AFP Greater Detroit Chapter would like to highlight MiVida Burrus, MBA! MiVida is the Senior Director of Development at Avalon Healing Center and serves as the president of the AFP Greater Detroit Chapter Board of Directors. Learn more about MiVida at https://lnkd.in/gPs33u-x. ? #nonprofitleadership #AFPDET

Last call for STEWARDSHIP FOR TODAY: PARTNERING WITH DONORS & FUNDERS on March 13 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM! We’ll discuss tried-and-true stewardship methods and new favorite strategies that are resonating with the donors of today. To foster donor relationships centered on partnership, we will discuss communication and donor engagement for small and large teams working with individual donors and with foundations. Join this virtual panel discussion with David Contorer, Board Secretary at the Marjorie and Maxwell Jospey Foundation; Missy Aupperle, Chief Philanthropy and Marketing Officer at Leader Dogs for the Blind; and Phil Gilchrist, Executive Director at Advancing Macomb to explore stewardship strategies for today’s donors and funders. For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/gg28wTeh. Registration closes at 12pm on March 12. #AFPDET #Philanthropy #MichiganNonProfits #MichiganFundraisers #Fundraising #legacygiving #donorstewardship

Join us for NAVIGATING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS WITH DONORS: ADDRESSING RACISM AND SEXISM on April 10 from 9:30 – 11:30 AM! Join us for a panel discussion centered around strategies for engaging in difficult but necessary conversations with donors who have exhibited racist or sexist behaviors. Local fundraising professionals will share their experience and how they have overcome these types of challenging situations. In addition to the panel there will be time for conversation with the audience. Light breakfast and refreshments will be provided. For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/geHsdmV8. #AFPDET #Philanthropy #MichiganNonProfits #MichiganFundraisers #Fundraising #IDEA #Inclusion #Diversity #Equity #Access #AFPIDEA

Join us for STEWARDSHIP FOR TODAY: PARTNERING WITH DONORS & FUNDERS on March 13 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM! We’ll discuss tried-and-true stewardship methods and new favorite strategies that are resonating with the donors of today. To foster donor relationships centered on partnership, we will discuss communication and donor engagement for small and large teams working with individual donors and with foundations. Join this virtual panel discussion with David Contorer, Board Secretary at the Marjorie and Maxwell Jospey Foundation; Missy Aupperle, Chief Philanthropy and Marketing Officer at Leader Dogs for the Blind; and Phil Gilchrist, Executive Director at Advancing Macomb to explore stewardship strategies for today’s donors and funders. For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/gg28wTeh. #AFPDET #Philanthropy #MichiganNonProfits #MichiganFundraisers #Fundraising #legacygiving #donorstewardship

LAST CALL for the 2025 FISHER FELLOWS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM! If you are an experienced fundraiser, please consider becoming a mentor and sharing your expertise and making an impact. AFP Greater Detroit’s Fisher Fellow Mentorship Program is looking for passionate mentors to guide and support the next generation of fundraising professionals! ? Share your expertise & insights ??Help shape the future of the fundraising profession ??Build meaningful connections with emerging leaders Your guidance can make a lasting difference. Sign up today to become a mentor! Deadline has been extended through February 23. ?? ?Learn more & sign up: https://lnkd.in/gin5i7VF #AFPGreaterDetroit #FundraisingMentorship #MentorImpact #GiveBack

Welcome and?Congratulations?to the 2025 Board of Directors for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Detroit Chapter: President: MiVida Burrus, MBA, Avalon Healing Center President-Elect: Jennifer L Dale, CFRE, CNM, Angela Hospice Treasurer: George Q. Jackson, GPC, Michigan Science Center Secretary: Bobie Clement, CFRE, Marts&Lundy Immediate Past-President: Leslie Carmona, CFRE, Wayne State University VP for Education & Programs: Paula Rodriguez, Henry Ford Health VP for IDEA:?Katora Cole, THAW VP for Marketing:?Kristin Benton, CFRE, Wayne State University VP for Membership:?Jennifer L Dale, CFRE, CNM, Angela Hospice VP for National Philanthropy Day:?Jamie Westrick, Michigan Humane ? Directors: Miah J. Davis, Detroit Artists Market Michelle Devine, CFRE, Detroit Institute of Arts Natalie Giannos, BasBlue Stephanie Maurice Beason, MSW, CFRE, Psi Chi Jeremiah Steen, Steen Foundation Sean White, Michigan Central ? The Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Detroit Chapter (AFP GDC) is the premier resource for fundraisers in Southeast Michigan and is the main driver of philanthropy in our community.?AFP is the only association representing the entire fundraising profession. It exists to foster the development and growth of fundraising professionals, to preserve and enhance philanthropy and volunteerism, and to promote the highest ethical standards in the fundraising profession worldwide. AFP GDC has more than 300 members from seven counties in southeast Michigan. We offer the best networking opportunities, an unwavering commitment to the highest ethical standards, and the most exciting and cutting edge educational and professional advancement opportunities. Our member support efforts focus on exciting monthly educational programs and special events throughout the year. These include Professional Advancement Day, Diversity Day, National Philanthropy Day, dynamic professional advancement seminars, and other great networking opportunities. AFP Greater Detroit seeks to foster the professional development and growth of fundraising professionals, to preserve and enhance philanthropy and volunteerism, and to promote the highest ethical standards in the fundraising profession worldwide.