Association of Fundraising Professionals NY, Genesee Valley Chapter

Association of Fundraising Professionals NY, Genesee Valley Chapter The AFP Genesee Valley Chapter is a volunteer-based organization representing more than 200 fundraising professionals in the greater Rochester region.

The AFP Genesee Valley Chapter is a volunteer-based organization representing more than 200 fundraising professionals in the Greater Rochester region. Our mission is to advocate for philanthropy and to promote ethical and successful non-profit development by addressing the needs of diverse fundraising professionals in our region. Our members represent colleges, universities and secondary schools,

hospitals and health care facilities, social service and cultural agencies, and local charities. Events are open to everyone, not just members. Have a look around on our website and if you're a member, use the Member Login button at the top for access to members only information including a membership directory, webinars, and more.

📢 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY: THIS WEDNESDAY 🤩Spend your Hump Day with AFPGV. We've got a full calendar of events THIS...
08/10/2026

📢 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY: THIS WEDNESDAY 🤩

Spend your Hump Day with AFPGV. We've got a full calendar of events THIS Wednesday!

Start off with our Education Program: Don't Say Planned Giving with Robin Harisis. This is a paid event from 8 - 10 am at Lollypop Farm. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-education-august-2026

Then, join our Grant Writers Network with Amy Hall. This is a FREE event from 12 - 1 pm. Register at:https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-grants-aug2026

Cap your evening off with our Emerging Leaders Happy Hour with Chloe Kay and Laura Simons. This is another FREE event from 4:30 - 5:30 pm at TRATA. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-el-august2026

🍹SUMMER SOCIAL: Building Community Connections 🍺Join AFPGV for a Summer Social event, sponsored by the Community Foundat...
08/06/2026

🍹SUMMER SOCIAL: Building Community Connections 🍺

Join AFPGV for a Summer Social event, sponsored by the Community Foundation and CFA Society Rochester.

We'll gather at La Bola (inside Mercantile on Main) for an evening of networking, learning and collaboration.

This is a FREE event. Appetizers and a drink ticket will be given to each attendee. Registration is required here ➡️: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-summer-social

🍺 EMERGING LEADERS EVENT 🍷Join our Emerging Leaders network their annual Happy Hour event at Trata on August 12 from 4:3...
08/05/2026

🍺 EMERGING LEADERS EVENT 🍷

Join our Emerging Leaders network their annual Happy Hour event at Trata on August 12 from 4:30 - 5:30 pm.

No prep work needed beyond registration. Just show up to network and converse with your peers.

FREE registration at: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-el-august2026

👀 ONE WEEK AWAY! 👀Don't Say Planned Giving: How to get comfortable with planned givingJoin Robin Harisis, Director of De...
08/05/2026

👀 ONE WEEK AWAY! 👀

Don't Say Planned Giving: How to get comfortable with planned giving
Join Robin Harisis, Director of Development at Lollypop Farm, as she walks you through the process of getting comfortable with planned giving conversations.

Discover how to:
✅️ Overcome the fear of planned giving conversations
✅️ Initiate conversations with donors about their estate plans with comfort
✅️ Make “the ask”
✅️ Follow up with planned giving prospects

Pre-registration is required ➡️: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-education-august-2026

📑 GRANT WRITERS NETWORK 📑Our Grant Writers Network is back on August 12 from 12 - 1 pm. Join us in-person at the Ronald ...
08/04/2026

📑 GRANT WRITERS NETWORK 📑

Our Grant Writers Network is back on August 12 from 12 - 1 pm. Join us in-person at the Ronald McDonald House OR via Zoom.

Registration is FREE, but recommended at: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-grants-aug2026

🚨 JOB POSTING ALERT 🚨We've got three new positions to share:The University of Rochester is looking for an Associate Dire...
08/04/2026

🚨 JOB POSTING ALERT 🚨

We've got three new positions to share:

The University of Rochester is looking for an Associate Director of their School of Arts and Sciences.

The Friends and Foundation of the Rochester Public Library is seeking a Director of Development.

Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York is hiring a Regional Director of Development & Philanthropy.

View more info about all the jobs and other current listings here: https://www.afpgv.org/view-current-job-postings

08/04/2026

👀SEEKING NPD NOMINATIONS 👀

AFPGV's 2026 National Philanthropy Day will be held November 4 at Comedy at the Carlson. To submit a nomination of a deserving individual or team, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-2026-npd-nominations

⏰️ Don't delay! 🚨Submission deadline is August 14, 2026. ⏰️

💰️ MEET THE FUNDERS 💰️Join us for our next Meet the Funders event on October 15 at the Larry & Cindy Bloch Alumni & Adva...
08/03/2026

💰️ MEET THE FUNDERS 💰️

Join us for our next Meet the Funders event on October 15 at the Larry & Cindy Bloch Alumni & Advancement Center from 8:30 - 11:30 AM. We'll have networking, a panel discussion & small group sessions with:

✅️ Farash Foundation (Marcus Bliss, Program Director)
✅️ Rochester Area Community Foundation (Berta Rivera, Senior Director of Community Impact)
✅️ United Way of Greater Rochester & the FLX (Robert De Leon, Vice President of Impact)
✅️ Wilson Foundation (Rachel Sherman (Executive Director)

Cost: $25 AFPGV members | $40 non-members
CFRE credit: 2

Register at: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-2026-meet-the-funders

FALL MEET & GREETJoin AFPGV for our Fall Membership Meet & Greet! We'll gather at Fairport Brewing Co. on Thursday, Sept...
08/03/2026

FALL MEET & GREET

Join AFPGV for our Fall Membership Meet & Greet! We'll gather at Fairport Brewing Co. on Thursday, September 17 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm.

This FREE event is open to members, prospects and guests. Newcomers will learn more about AFPGV and everyone will have the chance to network and connect with our development community.

Registration is required. Attendees will receive a drink ticket upon arrival.
Register at: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-fall-meet-greet

💰️ MEET THE FUNDERS 💰️Our next Meet the Funders event will be held October 15. Join us at the Larry & Cindy Bloch Alumni...
07/30/2026

💰️ MEET THE FUNDERS 💰️

Our next Meet the Funders event will be held October 15. Join us at the Larry & Cindy Bloch Alumni & Advancement Center from 8:30 - 11:30 AM for networking, a panel discussion & small group sessions with:

✔️ Farash Foundation (Marcus Bliss, Program Director)
✔️ Rochester Area Community Foundation (Berta Rivera, Senior Director of Community Impact)
✔️ United Way of Greater Rochester & the FLX (Robert De Leon, Vice President of Impact)
✔️ Wilson Foundation (Rachel Sherman (Executive Director)

Cost: $25 AFPGV members | $40 non-members
CFRE credit: 2

Register at: https://tinyurl.com/afpgv-2026-meet-the-funders

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