Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Kansas City Chapter

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Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Kansas City Chapter The social home for The Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Kansas City Chapter (AFPKC) Please join us!

The Mid-America Chapter, founded in 1973, is based in Kansas City. The Mid America Chapter consists of more than 200 local members working to advance philanthropy through education, training and advocacy. Members are encouraged to participate fully in the many professional, programmatic and social opportunities the Chapter offers. Each year, the membership selects a team to lead the many activities of our Chapter. Contact our Chapter to find out more about all the benefits of membership and the many opportunities to build skills, network, serve the profession, have fun and Make a Big Difference.

👻 Ethical dilemmas can be downright scary.This October, AFPKC is joining Nonprofit Connect and KCSAE for The Haunted Hou...
10/05/2026

👻 Ethical dilemmas can be downright scary.

This October, AFPKC is joining Nonprofit Connect and KCSAE for The Haunted House of Ethical Nightmares: Navigating Nonprofit Ethical Dilemmas — an interactive Ethics Month event designed for nonprofit professionals.

Join us for some bone-chilling storytelling (the nonprofit kind! 🎃) and candid roundtable conversations about the ethical challenges that can keep fundraisers and nonprofit leaders up at night — from difficult gift stipulations and problematic funders to mission creep and stakeholder privacy.

📅 Tuesday, October 13
⏰ 4:00–5:30 p.m. CT
📍 Nonprofit Connect
1703 Wyandotte St., Suite 100
Kansas City, MO 64108

Enjoy refreshments, connect with fellow nonprofit professionals, and walk away better prepared to navigate those tricky ethical situations when they arise.

✨ Bonus: This program is eligible for 1 CAE and/or CFRE credit hour.
Join us… if you dare. 👻🎃

👉 Register today! https://tinyurl.com/4tfkp9kh

The wait is over — registration is officially OPEN! 🎉Join AFP Greater Kansas City on Tuesday, November 10 for our 2026 N...
10/01/2026

The wait is over — registration is officially OPEN! 🎉

Join AFP Greater Kansas City on Tuesday, November 10 for our 2026 National Philanthropy Day® Reception & Awards Ceremony, presented by Kinetic.

National Philanthropy Day is our opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the individuals, families, businesses, young people, and fundraising professionals whose generosity and dedication are making a difference across Greater Kansas City.

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
🥂 Networking | 5:00–6:00 p.m.
🏆 Program & Awards | 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Grand Street Cafe | 4740 Grand Avenue | Kansas City, MO 64112
🎟️ Registration is NOW OPEN!

Registration Rates
💙 AFP Members: $50
💛 Non-Members: $75

This year’s celebration will recognize outstanding contributions to philanthropy across six award categories:
✨ Spirit of Philanthropy – Individual/Family
✨ Spirit of Philanthropy – Business
✨ Spirit of Philanthropy – Youth
✨ Excellence in Legacy Giving
✨ Excellence in Development Operations
✨ Excellence in Fundraising

Come raise a glass, reconnect with colleagues and friends, and help us shine a spotlight on the people who strengthen our community through generosity, service, leadership, and the profession of fundraising.

Space is limited, so don't wait to reserve your spot!

👉 REGISTER NOW: https://lnkd.in/ewZC3jeY

We can't wait to celebrate with you! 💙

📣 Starting this month, AFPKC is kicking off a monthly spotlight to feature regional nonprofits making a difference in ou...
08/26/2026

📣 Starting this month, AFPKC is kicking off a monthly spotlight to feature regional nonprofits making a difference in our community. 📣

Our nonprofit highlight of the month is LevelUp Kids, Inc., an organization that plays an important role in helping children succeed at school.

Untreated dental pain or vision problems can make it difficult for a child to concentrate, participate in class, or attend school regularly. By ensuring children feel better and see clearly, LevelUp Kids helps make sure students are ready and able to learn.

🎉 We’re excited to announce Halley French (https://www.linkedin.com/in/halley-french/), Program Officer at the Hall Fami...
08/25/2026

🎉 We’re excited to announce Halley French (https://www.linkedin.com/in/halley-french/), Program Officer at the Hall Family Foundation, as a panelist for the 2026 Fall Funders Forum!

Halley brings more than a decade of experience in philanthropy, strategic development, grantmaking, nonprofit capacity building, and evaluation. At the Hall Family Foundation, she works closely with nonprofit and community partners to strengthen families, expand economic mobility, and create lasting impact throughout Kansas City.

📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
⏰ 8:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Kauffman Foundation Conference Center

Schedule
☕ 8:00 a.m. – Check-In & Networking
🎤 8:30 a.m. – Funder Panel
💬 10:00 a.m. – Table Talks

💲 Members: $35 | Non-Members: $50
🎟️ Register here: http://tinyurl.com/wcbf4sjz

With our full panel now announced, this is a great time to register and save your seat. Join AFP Kansas City and the Grant Professionals Association – Heart of America Chapter for a morning of candid conversation and valuable insight from local philanthropic leaders about what funders are seeing, what strengthens funding requests, and how nonprofits can build more meaningful relationships with grantmakers.

The panel is set. Now we just need you in the room!

Thank you to Kinetic for sponsoring his year’s Fall Funders Forum.

✨ Meet Our Next Fall Funders Forum Panelist! ✨We're excited to welcome Mariah Roady (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariah-...
08/18/2026

✨ Meet Our Next Fall Funders Forum Panelist! ✨

We're excited to welcome Mariah Roady (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariah-roady-268b00104/), Philanthropic Advisor at the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, to the 2026 Fall Funders Forum panel!

A 2023 Kansas City Business Journal NextGen Leader and current member of the Center School Board of Education, Mariah is passionate about strengthening communities through collaboration, strategic philanthropy, and equitable investment.

Join us as our panelists share insights into today's philanthropic landscape and what funders are looking for when building impactful nonprofit partnerships.

📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
📍 Kauffman Foundation Conference Center
⏰ 8:00–11:00 a.m.
🎟️ Register today: https://lnkd.in/ebmXYj5c

Thank you to Kinetic for sponsoring the 2026 Fall Funders Forum!

🎟️ 2026 Fall Funders Forum registration is live! 🎟️One of the region's premier professional development events for fundr...
08/03/2026

🎟️ 2026 Fall Funders Forum registration is live! 🎟️

One of the region's premier professional development events for fundraising and grant professionals is here!

Join the AFP Greater Kansas City Chapter and Grant Professionals Association Heart of America Chapter for the 2026 Fall Funders Forum, sponsored by Kinetic.

Hear directly from an exceptional panel of philanthropic leaders as they discuss current funding priorities, emerging trends, and strategies for building stronger relationships between funders and nonprofits. The morning also includes interactive Table Talks, giving attendees the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with funders and peers.

📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
📍 Kauffman Foundation Conference Center
⏰ 8:00–11:00 a.m.
Check-In & Networking - 8 AM
Funder Panel - 8:30 AM
Table Talks - 10 AM

✨ Approved for 1.5 CFRE Education Points

Whether you're a seasoned fundraising professional or new to the field, this is one of our most anticipated events of the year—and one you won't want to miss.

Secure your seat today: https://lnkd.in/ebmXYj5c

Thank you to Kinetic for sponsoring the 2026 AFPKC/GPA Fall Funders Forum!

🚨Save the Date for the 2026 AFPKC Fall Funders Forum!📅 September 15, 2026🕗 8:00–11:00 a.m. (CT)📍 Kauffman Foundation Con...
07/09/2026

🚨Save the Date for the 2026 AFPKC Fall Funders Forum!

📅 September 15, 2026
🕗 8:00–11:00 a.m. (CT)
📍 Kauffman Foundation Conference Center

Registration will open soon!

In partnership with the Grant Professionals Association Heart of America Chapter, we're bringing together an outstanding panel of funding leaders representing a diverse range of philanthropic organizations across the Kansas City region.

While we'll be unveiling our panelists very soon, here's a preview of what you can expect:
✨ Gain insight into the missions and funding priorities shaping today's philanthropic landscape.
✨ Learn what funders look for in competitive grant applications and funding requests.
✨ Hear practical guidance on application processes, timelines, and relationship-building.
✨ Discover how nonprofits can better align their programs with funder priorities.
✨ Walk away with actionable strategies to strengthen your organization's approach to securing support.

Whether you're new to grant seeking or an experienced fundraising professional, this forum offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from those making funding decisions.

We can't wait to share who's joining us!

🚨 Final Call: Registration Closes Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM CST 🚨The difference between a thriving fundraising prog...
06/23/2026

🚨 Final Call: Registration Closes Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM CST 🚨

The difference between a thriving fundraising program and one that struggles often comes down to three things:
✔ Finding the right prospects
✔ Building meaningful donor relationships
✔ Creating stewardship experiences that inspire continued support
That's exactly what AFPKC's Summer Series, presented in partnership with Kinetic, is designed to help you do.

As we make our final speaker spotlight, we're excited to feature Melissa Jones, Vice President of Development at Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City, who will join our Session #3: Donor Stewardship panel of fundraising leaders sharing practical insights and real-world strategies you can apply immediately.

📅 Session Topics:
June 25 | Donor Prospect Identification & Qualification
Learn how to identify high-potential prospects, qualify donors, and build a stronger fundraising pipeline.
July 16 | Donor Cultivation & Solicitation
Explore strategies for building authentic donor relationships, preparing for successful solicitations, and moving donors from interest to investment.
August 20 | Donor Stewardship
Discover how effective stewardship strengthens donor relationships, increases retention, and inspires ongoing support.

Whether you're a seasoned development professional, new to fundraising, or simply looking for fresh ideas and connections, this program offers practical tools to strengthen every stage of the donor journey.

✅ Earn a total of 4.5 CFRE continuing education credits
✅ Learn from experienced nonprofit leaders
✅ Gain actionable strategies you can put to work right away

⏰ Registration closes Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM CST.

Don't miss the opportunity to invest in your professional growth—and the future success of your organization's fundraising efforts.

Register here: https://lnkd.in/eeAbjiBv

⏰ Registration Closes Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM CST ⏰If building stronger donor relationships is a priority for you...
06/22/2026

⏰ Registration Closes Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM CST ⏰

If building stronger donor relationships is a priority for your organization this year, now is the time to invest in your fundraising success.

The AFPKC Summer Series, presented in partnership with Kinetic, is designed to help fundraising professionals answer some of their most pressing questions:
❓ How do I identify and qualify the right prospects?
❓ How do I build authentic donor relationships that lead to meaningful gifts?
❓ How do I keep donors engaged and giving long after their first contribution?

Through three interactive sessions, you'll gain practical strategies and insights from experienced nonprofit leaders who are doing this work every day.

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Hannah Bernardini 🌟
We're excited to feature Hannah Bernardini, Director of Marketing and Donor Stewardship at Rose Brooks Center Inc., as a panelist for Session #3: Donor Stewardship on August 20.

Hannah will join fellow fundraising professionals to discuss how intentional stewardship strengthens donor relationships, improves retention, and inspires ongoing support for your mission.

📅 Session Topics:
June 25 | Donor Prospect Identification & Qualification
Learn how to identify high-potential prospects, qualify donors, and build a stronger fundraising pipeline.
July 16 | Donor Cultivation & Solicitation
Explore strategies for building authentic donor relationships, preparing for successful solicitations, and moving donors from interest to investment.
August 20 | Donor Stewardship
Discover how effective stewardship strengthens donor relationships, increases retention, and inspires ongoing support.

✅ Earn a total of 4.5 CFRE continuing education credits across all three sessions.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from local fundraising leaders, strengthen your donor pipeline, and improve donor retention strategies that can make a lasting impact on your organization's mission.

🚨 Registration closes Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00 PM CST.
Secure your spot today at https://lnkd.in/eeAbjiBv!

What happens after a donor says "yes"?For many organizations, the real work begins after the gift is made. Effective ste...
06/22/2026

What happens after a donor says "yes"?

For many organizations, the real work begins after the gift is made. Effective stewardship is what transforms a one-time donor into a lifelong advocate, strengthens trust, and inspires continued support for your mission.

That's why we're excited to feature Ericka King, Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations at the UMKC Foundation, as a panelist for Session #3: Donor Stewardship on August 20.

Ericka will join fellow fundraising professionals to discuss strategies for strengthening donor relationships, increasing retention, and creating meaningful experiences that keep supporters engaged long after the initial gift.

This session is part of AFPKC's Summer Education Program, presented in partnership with Kinetic, designed to help fundraisers strengthen every stage of the donor journey:
📅 June 25 | Donor Prospect Identification & Qualification
Learn how to identify high-potential prospects, qualify donors, and build a stronger fundraising pipeline.
📅 July 16 | Donor Cultivation & Solicitation
Explore strategies for building authentic donor relationships, preparing for successful solicitations, and moving donors from interest to investment.
📅 August 20 | Donor Stewardship
Discover how effective stewardship strengthens donor relationships, increases retention, and inspires ongoing support.

✅ Earn a total of 4.5 CFRE continuing education credits across all three sessions.

Whether you're looking to fill your pipeline, improve donor conversations, or build stronger long-term relationships, this program offers practical insights you can put to work immediately.

Join us this summer and learn how to turn donor engagement into lasting impact. Register here and learn more: What happens after a donor says "yes"?

For many organizations, the real work begins after the gift is made. Effective stewardship is what transforms a one-time donor into a lifelong advocate, strengthens trust, and inspires continued support for your mission.

That's why we're excited to feature Ericka King, Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations at the UMKC Foundation, as a panelist for Session #3: Donor Stewardship on August 20.

Ericka will join fellow fundraising professionals to discuss strategies for strengthening donor relationships, increasing retention, and creating meaningful experiences that keep supporters engaged long after the initial gift.

This session is part of AFPKC's Summer Education Program, presented in partnership with Kinetic, designed to help fundraisers strengthen every stage of the donor journey:
📅 June 25 | Donor Prospect Identification & Qualification
Learn how to identify high-potential prospects, qualify donors, and build a stronger fundraising pipeline.
📅 July 16 | Donor Cultivation & Solicitation
Explore strategies for building authentic donor relationships, preparing for successful solicitations, and moving donors from interest to investment.
📅 August 20 | Donor Stewardship
Discover how effective stewardship strengthens donor relationships, increases retention, and inspires ongoing support.

✅ Earn a total of 4.5 CFRE continuing education credits across all three sessions.

Whether you're looking to fill your pipeline, improve donor conversations, or build stronger long-term relationships, this program offers practical insights you can put to work immediately.
Join us this summer and learn how to turn donor engagement into lasting impact.

Register here and learn more: https://tinyurl.com/47un2433

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