AFP Northeast Ohio Chapter

05/14/2026

We get it. It’s May. Everyone is busy.

If National Philanthropy Day nominations have been sitting on your to-do list… consider this your friendly nudge.

We’ve heard from several people who just haven’t had time yet, so we’re giving you a little extra time to submit your nominations! We've extended the deadline to Wednesday, May 20th!

Do you know someone making a difference in Northeast Ohio through generosity, leadership, service, or philanthropy? Help us celebrate them!

AFPNEO National Philanthropy Day Awards
🔗 Submit nominations here: https://bit.ly/4tUpQap

Let’s make sure the amazing people doing good in our community get the recognition they deserve — even if life got a little hectic ✨

It’s time to celebrate the power of philanthropy! Nominations are now open for AFP Northeast Ohio’s National Philanthropy Day Awards, where we recognize the individuals, foundations, and corporations making a meaningful impact in our community.

04/21/2026

🌱 Big ideas. Real stories. Practical takeaways.

At FOCUS on Philanthropy (May 1), you’ll hear from leaders who are:

✨ Building organizations from the ground up
✨ Leading transformational change
✨ Strengthening communities in real, tangible ways

Don’t sit this one out.
Register: https://bit.ly/40lyC3W

04/16/2026

Grateful for a great morning with our AFPNEO community!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Stewardship: From Transaction to Relationship-Building — your engagement, questions, and shared experiences made for such a meaningful and energizing conversation.

A special thank you to our incredible panelists — Erin Yoder, Anna Guy-Leach, and Sarah Wilschek — for your thoughtful insights, honesty, and practical strategies that we can all take back to our work.

And a huge thank you to StoryPoint Medina East for hosting us so graciously. We truly appreciated the beautiful space, warm welcome, and all the thoughtful touches — especially the coffee and pastries.

We’re so grateful for this community and the opportunity to continue learning and growing together!

🌱 Next up: FOCUS on Philanthropy (May 1) — a half-day experience full of fresh ideas, inspiring speakers, and real connection.

👉 Don’t miss it! https://bit.ly/40lyC3W

04/14/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠!
If this has been on your “I should probably go to that…” list — this is your moment.

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩-𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠
Because what happens after the gift is what builds real, lasting donor relationships.

✔️ Practical ideas you can use immediately
✔️ Real conversation (not just a presentation)
✔️ 1.5 CFRE credits

We’ve got a smaller group — which means more connection, more discussion, and more value for you.

👉 Last chance to register: https://bit.ly/3NDidWc

📍 Just a couple miles west of Fairlawn on Route 18

04/10/2026

We’d really love a few more of you in the room next Thursday!

And here’s something important: This isn’t “Medina far” — it’s just a couple miles west of Montrose on Route 18! Easy in. Easy out.

Stewardship: From Transaction to Relationship-Building is all about turning donors into long-term partners — not just one-time gifts.

Come learn, connect, and be part of the conversation.
🔗 Register here:

Strong fundraising doesn’t end with a gift; it begins with what happens next. This professional development panel will explore how thoughtful stewardship can transform one-time transactions into lasting relationships by helping donors feel seen, valued, and connected to your mission. Panelists wil...

04/08/2026

💙 Northeast Ohio fundraisers—we’d love to see you.
We’ve got two upcoming programs designed to help you in your day-to-day work…and we’d really love to fill the room with our AFPNEO community.

April 16: Stewardship Panel - https://bit.ly/3NDidWc
May 1: FOCUS on Philanthropy Conference - https://bit.ly/40lyC3W

If you’ve been feeling stretched, looking for fresh ideas, or just want to reconnect with others in the field—this is it.

👉 Join us. Bring a friend. Be part of the conversation.

03/31/2026

TODAY’S THE DAY!! Early Bird pricing for FOCUS on Philanthropy ends TONIGHT.

April 1 = higher price. No joke.

📅 May 1
📍 Bounce Innovation Hub | Downtown Akron

👉 Register now before prices go up: https://bit.ly/40lyC3W

03/30/2026

We wish this was an April Fool’s joke…
…but it’s not 😅

Early Bird pricing for FOCUS on Philanthropy ends March 31. On April 1 → prices go up.

📅 May 1
📍 Bounce Innovation Hub | Downtown Akron

👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/40lyC3W
👉 Sponsor the event: https://bit.ly/4aIN1Mw

03/16/2026

Is print still worth it for fundraising and marketing? Absolutely—when it’s done well.

Join us March 19 at Stark State College for Print with Purpose, an in-person AFPNEO professional development session exploring how nonprofits can use print and strong visual design to engage donors and strengthen their campaigns.

Our expert panel—including nonprofit marketers, direct mail specialists, and print professionals—will share real-world examples, practical tips, and budget-friendly strategies you can use right away.

✨ Learn what makes direct mail campaigns work
✨ Discover when to print in-house vs. outsource
✨ See how strong design can elevate your message
✨ Connect with fellow fundraising professionals

AFPNEO serves a large region, so we rotate our events around Northeast Ohio—this time we’re in Stark County at the beautiful Stark State College campus.

📅 March 19
📍 Stark State College

We’d love to see you there! https://bit.ly/40IHroJ

03/11/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗙𝗣𝗡𝗘𝗢 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀…

We’re hosting a 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗻-𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 19 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 about using 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴… and we’d really love to see more of you there. 😊

If you’ve ever wondered:
• Is direct mail still worth it?
• What makes a print piece actually stand out?
• Should we print this ourselves or outsource it?

Our expert panel has the answers—and real-world examples to share. Plus, it’s 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻, which means actual conversations, networking, and learning from each other!

📅 March 19
📍 Stark State College

Come join us—we promise it will be worth the time 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗯𝗼𝘅.
Register Today! https://bit.ly/40IHroJ