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July AFP Global webinar for AFP SD members

In appreciation of AFP South Dakota earning Ten Star Chapter recognition for 2020, AFP Global is offering AFP SD members a free webinar on Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at noon CDT/11 a.m. MDT: "Everything We Know About Fundraising is (Mostly) Wrong," from Steve MacLaughlin, Vice President of Product Management at Blackbaud and best-selling author of Data Driven Nonprofits,

Learn more about the webinar
here.

This is a benefit exclusive for AFP SD members. Please watch your inbox for an invitation, and RSVP to
SouthDakotaAFP@live.com by noon on Wednesday, July 15, to reserve a spot.

Catch up on past AFP SD meetings

To access recordings of past Zoom events, go to AFP SD's Resources Page (under the Member Benefits tab) and log in with your AFP member information.

Call for presentations

AFP SD is inviting you to propose a session for National Philanthropy Day 2020 or one of our chapter’s 2021 educational programs.

Fill out the form
here.

We are looking for a variety of session formats, and proposals can be submitted for panels, interactive workshops, research or discussions. Each session is set to 1 hour, unless otherwise determined. Please leave the last 10 minutes for questions. At this time, we are seeking as fully-formed proposals. We will be in touch promptly.

As questions come up, please contact us at
SouthDakotaAFP@live.com.
SD AFP thanks our annual sponsors:
 
SILVER LEVEL

Monument Health Foundation



If you would like more information on the benefits of becoming a sponsor please contact Chapter Administrator Dirk Lammers at: southdakotaafp@live.com

Welcome new members

Valerie Simpson, Black Hills Energy

Thank you, renewing members

Paul Knecht, South Dakota Dental Association

Michael McNeely, CFRE, The Abbey Group Ltd.

Mutch Usera, Black Hills Energy

Andrea Carstensen, MBA, CFRE, Volunteers of America, Dakotas

Elizabeth Massa, CFRE, South Dakota Community Foundation

Dr. Bruce Blumer, CFRE, Ed.D, PathVisor Consulting

Terry Kostinec, Ducks Unlimted

Dr. Andrea Serna, Ed.D, Black Hills Works Foundation

AFP Career Center

AFP understands that searching for a job can be stressful, and we want to make it easier for you. If you're looking for a job, consider utilizing the AFP Career Center. Not only does the Career Center feature an updated list of available positions, but it also offers career tips, allows you to build your job seeker profile and connects you with fellow professionals to establish meaningful mentor/mentee relationships.

Building Authentic, Meaningful Donor Relationships: Make it a Seamless, Exhilarating Adventure

Donor relationships require more than just asking for money. Creating lifelong connections involves giving sincere, personalized communication and showing a true sense of appreciation. Read the story from NonProfit PRO.

Stress forces fundraisers to take new approaches

The recession, health crisis, and resurgent social-justice movement are putting new pressure on development leaders. Read more about what fundraisers and saying and how they're responding. Read the story in The Chronicle of Philanthropy.

Join the AFP Connect conversation

AFP Connect is the fundraising community's online forum, and as we continue to work from home, now is the time to take advantage of all it has to offer! Current threads are addressing fundraising during a crisis, donor calls during a crisis and more. You can join the conversation now by clicking the link here.
Dear AFP South Dakota Members,
 
Mike GeigerWe have an opportunity to interact with Mike Geiger, president and CEO of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, during our Board of Directors meeting this month. Mike has pledged to be available to chapters and has followed through on that pledge by accepting our invitation.
 
The AFP SD Board would like to welcome all members to join the meeting at 10:30 a.m. MDT/11:30 a.m. CDT on Tuesday, July 14 for Mike’s talk with us. (Zoom login information will be emailed to AFP SD members). He expects to visit with us for about fifteen minutes. 
 
We have asked him to:
  • Provide a general overview ofthe AFP Global state of affairs and impact on chapters
  • Share ideas and resources on adapting our NPD event to a successful virtual event
  • Suggest ideas and tools for recruiting new sponsors and retaining current sponsors
 
If you have any questions for Mike, please send me an email at
smcneely@abbeygroupltd.com and I will be sure to send your request onto him. We sure hope you can join in this conversation.
 
Thank you for your continued membership and commitment.  
 
May these warm, sunny days bring you inspiration, relaxation and joy.

Meet the new class of the AFP SD Mentorship Program

By JASON LEMKE
AFP SD Board Member, Mentorship Chair


One of the many benefits of your Association of Fundraising Professionals membership is a robust statewide Mentorship Program. No matter where you are in your career — or where you're located in South Dakota — taking part in our Mentorship Program supports you professionally. Please help welcome our newest cohort of participants:

Janet Harvey


Events Coordinator
Helpline Center
Sioux Falls
Years in Fundraising:  9
Mentor: Kim Haiar, LifeScape Foundation
Why did you apply for a mentor?
I’m looking for ideas and strategies to incorporate into our organization that will increase our giving levels, cultivate more donors, enhance stewardship for our current donors, and help our events thrive.

Dustin Brouwer


Assistant Director of Development
McCrossan Boys Ranch
Sioux Falls
Years in Fundraising: 1.5
Mentor: Tracy Pardy, Horizon Health Foundation
Why did you apply for a mentor?
I am looking to gain a better understanding of a variety of different areas in development work. My supervisor is a great teacher, but I enjoy getting a variety of perspectives on a variety of topics, including donor relations, major gifts, planned giving, and foundation operations.

Carly Manahan


Development Director
Butterfly House & Aquarium
Sioux Falls
Years in Fundraising: 3
Mentor: Nathan Stallinga, Dakotabilities
Why did you apply for a mentor?
I’m hoping for someone that I can bounce ideas off of. I am still new to the field so having someone with the experience and passion is huge. Additionally, someone who is willing to share their knowledge of resources they've found helpful over the years.

Andrew Hewitt


Director of Development & Marketing
The Banquet
Sioux Falls
Years in Fundraising: 6
Mentor: Dzenan Berberovic, Avera Health
Why did you apply for a mentor?
I am looking for someone to be a sounding board, a fellow brainstormer, and a light on my path.

Savannah Seeger


Development Director
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Black Hills
Rapid City
Years in Fundraising: 3
Mentor: Michael McNeely, The Abbey Group Ltd.
Why did you apply for a mentor?
I wanted a mentor because I want to reach my full potential and be able to apply generations of knowledge into my work. I believe deeply in the power of one-to-one mentoring.

CINDY ELIFRITS PETERSON

Founder and President, Maximizing Excellence
How did you become interested in the fundraising field?

I started as an intern in program development at the United Way in St. Cloud. A campaign member left and I was offered the full time position and jumped in. Following my time in St. Cloud I went back to Nebraska where I was raised and received my master’s degree, from there I worked at the United Way of the Midlands and eventually landed at the Sioux Empire United Way here in Sioux Falls. I have worked for United Way’s for 10½ years total.
 
Tell us about your employer and what is your current position.
 
Ten years ago this July I founded Maximizing Excellence and began my work as a consultant. I have worked with 116 non-profits over the past 10 years.
 
What do you enjoy most about your job?
 
The moment when volunteers and staff see it all coming together. That is pure joy! Hitting goal of course is fun too!
 
Why are you an AFP member?
 
It is critically important to invest in the industry. AFP is my professional family. It is always important to hone skills and learn from peers.
 
How long have you been an AFP member?
 
Since 2012.
 
Tell us about your family.
 
Cindy lives in Salem along with her husband Kent who farms. She is the proud Mom to two kiddos – Alex (8) and Maddie (5).
 
What kind of music is in your car, or what do you listen to on the radio?
 
Music is a huge part of my life. I have been to over 400 concerts. I listen to XM Radio – usually 99.9 or the new “Stay at Home” station. I love the Dave Matthews Band they are my favorite.
 
What is the best piece of advice you have received?

Trust the volunteer.

What is something you are optimistic about?
I am optimistic that our industry is going to be seen as more than just fundraising. I am also optimistic that we will all become better fundraisers after this. That’s cool – who doesn’t want to be a better fundraiser!
AFP SD Members, please consider participating in Member Spotlight by filling out this questionnaire and returning it to board member Christy Menning.
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