Association of Fundraising Professionals NC-Triad Chapter

07/15/2026

📢 Big opportunity alert for AFP members! 📢

Through a partnership with Blackbaud, the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Foundation for Philanthropy offers scholarships that cover the full conference registration fee for AFP ICON and AFP LEAD.

These Blackbaud Diversity Scholarships are designed to support fundraising professionals from marginalized communities who have at least one year of experience in the field.

AFP LEAD is coming up in October! To apply for AFP LEAD, applicants must be first-time attendees.

📅 The application deadline is coming up soon: July 17, 2026 at 11:45 p.m. ET.

👋🏼 Know someone who should apply? Tag them, share this post, or send them a little “this has your name on it” nudge.

🔗Learn more and complete the brief application https://form.jotform.com/261335091597159

06/02/2026

What a spark of inspiration! ⚡

Thank you to everyone who joined us in May for "Lightning Strikes: Fast Ideas for Fundraising Success." This fast-paced session brought together fundraisers from across the Triad for practical ideas, real-world lessons, and meaningful peer connection.

The presenters curated such a dynamic program filled with actionable takeaways to strengthen our work and profession.

Here’s to the power of quick ideas, shared wisdom, and a generous community of fundraising professionals!

[Pictured from left to right: Steve Waiksnoris, Heather Egan, CFRE, Pamela Anglin, Elizabeth Books Freeze, CFRE, Latoya Robinson, Brantley Boyett]

05/19/2026

🫶🏼 Across the Triad, generosity is found in the everyday moments: the volunteer who keeps showing up, the donor who believes deeply in the work, the organizations who lead with purpose, the emerging leader already making a difference.

gives us a chance to shine a light on the people and partnerships strengthening our community.

AFP Triad’s 2026 award nominations are open through June 30. Help us recognize the generous hearts and bold leaders shaping what’s possible across our region.

➡️ Create your nomination today and honor bold community generosity:
https://www.afptriadchapter.org/nationalphilanthropyday/nominations

05/12/2026

Every day across the Triad, people are showing up with generosity, leadership, and heart.

National Philanthropy Day is our chance to recognize them. AFP Triad’s 2026 award nominations are open through June 30, and we need your help telling these stories.

Know a dedicated volunteer, generous donor, nonprofit professional, or emerging leader making a difference? Don’t let their impact go unnoticed.

Submit your nomination:
https://www.afptriadchapter.org/nationalphilanthropyday/nominations

Let’s celebrate the people shaping the Triad through generosity.

04/08/2026

Can't wait to see everyone from the Triad in Charlotte for this conference on September 3rd! Make sure you take advantage of the $75 savings and register before July 7th!

🎟️ Early Bird registration is OPEN for the 2026 AFP NC Philanthropy Conference!

Join 400+ fundraising professionals on September 3 at the UNC Charlotte Marriott & Conference Center for a day of inspiration, connection, and growth. Early Bird discount available now through July 7. Register here: https://www.ncphilanthropyconference.org/

✨ Keynote Spotlight: Kristina Joy Carlson will share a fresh, energizing take on leading with clarity, courage, and joy in today’s evolving philanthropic landscape. Learn more about Kristina and her keynote, "Perfect Isn't Coming: Unleashing Philanthropy with Clarity, Courage, and Joy," at https://www.ncphilanthropyconference.org/conference/ .

Don’t miss it — register now and stay tuned for more exciting announcements.

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AFP Charlotte Association of Fundraising Professionals NC-Triad Chapter NC AFP Cape Fear Region Chapter

01/09/2026

Join us for a Drop By Annual Meeting, Wednesday, January 21st from 8 - 9am at Love Literacy, 875 West 5th Street, Winston-Salem, and meet your AFP Chapter board and fellow members.

12/08/2025

CANCELLED!!! Tonight’s Annual Meeting and Gathering is CANCELLED due to weather. We’ll reschedule for January so stay tuned and be safe!

Join us for the Annual Meeting and Holiday Gathering to network, review 2025, and announce our 2026 slate of AFP Officers and Board of Directors. We'll enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres, all sponsored by Pella Windows & Doors (North Carolina). December 8 2025, 5:00 - 6:30 pm. 772 Gallimore Dairy Rd, High Point, NC 27265

12/03/2025

Join us for the Annual Meeting and Holiday Gathering to network, review 2025, and announce our 2026 slate of AFP Officers and Board of Directors. We'll enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres, all sponsored by Pella Windows & Doors (North Carolina). December 8 2025, 5:00 - 6:30 pm. 772 Gallimore Dairy Rd, High Point, NC 27265

12/02/2025

🌟Join us as we celebrate all of our 2025 National Philanthropy Day Sponsors & Honorees!🌟

Presenting Sponsor: FOX8
Gold Sponsors: Flow Lexus and UNC Greensboro
Silver Sponsors: Kaleideum, Salem One and Triad Business Journal

Lifetime Achievement in Philanthropy Award: Nancy and Frank Brenner
Outstanding Philanthropists: Sue W. Cole, Ken and Sally Hughes, and Marie Arcuri
Legacy of Philanthropic Impact: Reynolds American Inc.
Champion of Diversity: Rhonda Anderson
Outstanding Emerging Philanthropist: Morgan Miller Qubein and David Tyler Burr
Outstanding Philanthropy Organization: Randolph County Board of Commissioners, First Presbyterian Church, Ardmore Baptist HandiCrafters
Outstanding Fundraising Professional: Heather Egan, CFRE
Outstanding Business in Philanthropy: Honda Aircraft Company and Allegacy Federal Credit Union
Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser: Kevin Baker, Randy McMasters, and Janice Tsoules
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy: Eloise Kirkwood

We celebrate each of this year’s honorees for their exceptional contributions to philanthropy and fundraising!👏