Everyone is welcome at AFP Greater Madison. Community members are invited to join us for any program, and chapter members receive discounts on registration. Our recurring event formats include:

  •  Educational Series: Luncheons or breakfasts with networking and educational speakers on a variety of topics; attendance is worth at least 1.0 CFRE continuing education credit
  • Conferences & Workshops: Longer format programs led by trained experts; some programs are multiple days
  • Roundtables & Discussions: Facilitated roundtable conversations on a specific topic; or Diving into Development, which is a peer-to-peer discussion group in which professionals bring current development issues to discuss with colleagues
  • Special Events: Exclusive networking events and National Philanthropy Day
  • Young Professionals: Programs and topics addressing the needs of the next generation of fundraisers
July 2025 Social Connections

Let's chat over a beverage. Join the conversation and enjoy a cocktail (NA options available!) with fundraising colleagues. We will keep the conversation going as we enjoy networking at a local beverage lounge. All are welcome to attend!

A Pathway to Increased Giving through Strategic Volunteer Engagement

Are you eager to harness the power of volunteer support and convert it into impactful financial support? In today's philanthropic landscape, volunteers are not just hands on deck; they are passionate advocates who can become your most loyal donors. Whether you're a seasoned fundraiser or new to the…

Donor Database Support Group Series: End-of-Year Appeal – Lists & Segmentation

Donor Database Support Group Series Connect. Share. Grow. Join fellow fundraising professionals for our Donor Database Support Group series, held the first Wednesday morning of each quarter. These sessions provide a space for database users to connect, share insights, and tackle common challenges.…

Coffee Chat September 2025

Let's chat over a beverage. Join the conversation and enjoy a coffee with fundraising colleagues. We will keep the conversation going as we enjoy networking at a local coffee shop. All are welcome to attend!

October 2025 Social Connections

Let's chat over a beverage. Join the conversation and enjoy a cocktail (NA options available!) with fundraising colleagues. We will keep the conversation going as we enjoy networking at a local beverage lounge. All are welcome to attend!

Donor Database Support Group Series: Tax Time & End-of-Year Receipting

Donor Database Support Group Series Connect. Share. Grow. Join fellow fundraising professionals for our Donor Database Support Group series, held the first Wednesday morning of each quarter. These sessions provide a space for database users to connect, share insights, and tackle common challenges.…

Coffee Chat November 2025

Let's chat over a beverage. Join the conversation and enjoy a coffee with fundraising colleagues. We will keep the conversation going as we enjoy networking at a local coffee shop. All are welcome to attend!