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
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Fundamentals of Fundraising 2024

The AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course offers a complete overview of the development function, featuring the most current information and techniques. This 16-hour intensive program will provide an overview of skills, techniques, and program components for individuals with 0 to 4 years of…

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Coffee Chat April 2024

Join colleagues for a refreshing cup of coffee and conversation. No agenda is provided for this event. Bring your ideas and questions, or listen and enjoy your coffee.

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.

Donor Qualification: How to conduct effective meetings with clear outcomes.

The key to successful fundraising is a strong pipeline of qualified prospects. Let's discuss best practices for conducting effective qualification meetings that will lead to clear outcomes allowing you to spend your time with the donors that will have the biggest impact on your organization. (…

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.

CFRE, Certified Fund Raising Executive
How to Become a CFRE- Webinar

Take control of your fundraising career and earn the world’s only globally recognized, accredited certification for fundraising professionals. Join AFP Greater Madison's professional development team as we host a representative from CFRE to discuss becoming certified.

Leveraging AI for Nonprofit Fundraising

McKinsey estimates that Generative AI tools are adding $2.6 – $4.4 trillion annually to the economy; and Goldman Sachs estimates a 7% increase in GDP over the next 10 years as a result of these technologies. But what does this mean for fundraising in Wisconsin communities, particularly the Greater…

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.

Coffee Chat July 2024

Join colleagues for a refreshing cup of coffee and conversation. No agenda is provided for this event. Bring your ideas and questions, or listen and enjoy your coffee.

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.

CFRE Working Group 2024

If you're ready to start or continue your CFRE journey, AFP Greater Madison offers a CFRE Working Group.