Virginia Fund Raising Institute

?? One Week Left for Early-Early Bird Pricing! ?? Time is running out to lock in the best price for VFRI 2025! ? Both AFP/VAFRE members and non-members will see pricing increase on April 1, so don’t miss your chance to save. ?? Register now to secure your spot at the premier fundraising conference and invest in your growth without breaking the budget. ?? Sign up today: www.vfri.org ?? Don’t wait – the countdown is on!

?? Get Ready to Elevate Your Fundraising Game at VFRI 2025! ?? We’re excited to announce that this year’s conference will feature five dynamic workshop tracks designed to help you sharpen your skills and expand your impact: ? Individual Giving – Strategies to engage and retain donors. ?? Career Growth/HR – Tips to develop your career and foster a thriving team. ?? DEI/JEDI – Insightful sessions on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. ?? Development Operations – Tools and best practices to streamline your fundraising efforts. ?? Foundations, Corporations, and Grants – Tactics for securing and stewarding institutional support. Whether you’re looking to enhance your expertise in one area or explore multiple tracks, there’s something for everyone! ? Explore the full schedule and session details: www.vfri.org/schedule

?? We’re excited to announce that 93 Octane will be joining us as an exhibitor at this year’s Virginia Fund Raising Institute Conference! ?? An idea-driven marketing agency, 93 Octane is on a mission to make things happen—for their clients, their community, and beyond. With creativity, strategy, and a passion for impact, they help organizations tell their stories and achieve their goals. Be sure to stop by their exhibit at VFRI to learn how they can fuel your marketing efforts and drive results!

?? Exciting news! The Sollog Group, LLC will be joining us as an exhibitor at this year’s Virginia Fund Raising Institute Conference! ?? Dedicated to helping nonprofits raise more money in less time, The Sollog Group specializes in capital campaigns, annual giving, database administration, and prospect development. Their expertise empowers organizations to maximize fundraising efforts and drive greater impact in their communities. Be sure to visit The Sollog Group at VFRI to learn how they can support your fundraising success!

?? Special message from Rachel Muir, CFRE! ?? One of our incredible keynote speakers and breakout session leaders for the 33rd annual VFRI Conference is here to share her excitement! Join Rachel and our amazing lineup of speakers July 23-25 at the Williamsburg Lodge for an unforgettable experience filled with learning, networking, and inspiration. ? Early-early bird pricing is still available—don’t miss out! Register today! ?? Save the date & sign up now! https://buff.ly/41ikQRc

?? A big thank you to Virginia Fundraising Consultants for being a Friend of the Virginia Fund Raising Institute Conference! ?? As a full-service consulting firm, Virginia Fundraising Consultants provides nonprofits with personalized strategies to strengthen their fundraising and organizational development. With expertise in feasibility studies, capital campaigns, and major gift development, they help nonprofits maximize their impact and reach their goals. We are grateful for their support and dedication to advancing philanthropy across Virginia. Thank you, Virginia Fundraising Consultants, for being a valued part of VFRI! ????

We are so excited to introduce one of our keynote speakers for this year's conference - Sabrina Walker Hernandez, MPA! Sabrina started her company, Supporting World Hope , from a hospital bed after being diagnosed with cancer. She is obsessed with building relationships, and helping mission-driven businesses and nonprofits increase their revenue. Having trained over 10,000 clients, Sabrina has a reputation for transformational leadership through staffing and mission alignment, funding systems, community partnership, and employee retention. From helping an organization go from $750K to $2.5M, completing a $12M comprehensive capital campaign, to establishing a $500K endowment in the 3rd poorest county in the United States. Sabrina is using her knowledge to help clients gain the success they deserve. We can't wait to hear Sabrina's wisdom and learn during both her keynote and breakout session!

A huge thank you to the Association of Fundraising Professionals VA, Shenandoah Chapter for being a Lead Sponsor of this year’s Virginia Fund Raising Institute Conference! Headquartered in Harrisonburg, VA, and serving fundraisers across Rockingham and Augusta Counties and beyond, the Shenandoah Chapter of AFP is dedicated to fostering connections, inspiring creative thinking, and providing top-notch educational opportunities for fundraising professionals. Their commitment to strengthening the nonprofit sector is invaluable, and we are grateful for their support in making VFRI a success! Thank you, AFP Shenandoah Chapter, for your leadership, generosity, and dedication to advancing philanthropy in our communities!

We are thrilled to introduce one of our keynote speakers for this year's conference - Rachel Muir, CFRE! Rachel is a speaker, trainer and nationally recognized non profit founder and thought leader. She is a recovering Executive Director and hopeless romantic who has worked every side of the Rubik’s cube that is the nonprofit sector. Her passion for fundraising is so intense she has been registered as an alternative energy source by the Department of Energy. ??? When she was 26 years old, Rachel founded Girlstart, a non-profit dedicated to empowering girls in math, science, engineering and technology in the living room of her apartment with $500 and a credit card. ?? ???????? We are excited to have Rachel join us and can't wait to learn in both her keynote and breakout session! ?? www.vfri.org/registration/

?? We are excited to announce that The Curtis Group is a Lead Sponsor for this year’s Conference! ?? For over a decade, The Curtis Group has been a valued partner of VFRI, bringing their expertise and passion for philanthropy to our community. We are incredibly grateful to The Curtis Group for their continued sponsorship and their commitment to strengthening nonprofits across the region. Thank you for helping us make this year’s conference one to remember! ????