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February Newsletter
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Nominations Are Open for the 2025 AFP Greater Dallas Chapter NPD Awards. The deadline to nominate is Monday, April 14, 2025.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Luncheon
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| Guest Speakers: | Shawn Wills, CFRE |
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The Path to Leadership: A Conversation with Shawn Wills Shawn Wills, CFRE, will speak about her career path, arising from managing volunteers to CEO of a major youth development nonprofit in Collin County. Shawn will share the impact that can be made by establishing inclusive decision making among her team. She has learned the power of leading with vulnerability and she will share what that truly means and how we can benefit from that lesson.As the CEO of Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County Shawn has brought all her skills to this role and is building trust and insisting on transparency. |
| Venue: | Richardson Innovation Quarter 1302 East Collins Boulevard Richardson, TX 75081 |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, February 24, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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 As CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County, Shawn Wills, CFRE, is responsible for bringing its mission to life through strategic planning, financial sustainability, program quality and impact, and leadership of the organization. Prior to joining the Boys & Girls Clubs, Shawn served as chief development officer at Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas, where she was responsible for the successful execution of a historic $65 million capital campaign as well as leading all development and fundraising efforts across the affiliate. Shawn earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Missouri - Columbia, and her nonprofit leadership and nonprofit management certifications at SMU in conjunction with the Center for Nonprofit Management. She was the Greater Dallas AFP's 2022 Fundraising Executive of the Year. Shawn is an adjunct professor at Paul Quinn College and a member of the Greater Frisco Chapter of Jack and Jill of America. She is also a founding officer and member of The Village Giving Circle, whose mission is to honor, sustain and expand the legacy of African American women's philanthropy. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : The Path to Leadership: A Conversation with Shawn Wills |
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Luncheon
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Register Now
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| Guest Speakers: | Shawn Wills, CFRE |
| Program: |
The Path to Leadership: A Conversation with Shawn Wills Shawn Wills, CFRE, will speak about her career path, arising from managing volunteers to CEO of a major youth development nonprofit in Collin County. Shawn will share the impact that can be made by establishing inclusive decision making among her team. She has learned the power of leading with vulnerability and she will share what that truly means and how we can benefit from that lesson.As the CEO of Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County Shawn has brought all her skills to this role and is building trust and insisting on transparency. |
| Venue: | Richardson Innovation Quarter 1302 East Collins Boulevard Richardson, TX 75081 |
| Registration: |
Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, February 24, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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| As CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County, Shawn Wills, CFRE, is responsible for bringing its mission to life through strategic planning, financial sustainability, program quality and impact, and leadership of the organization. Prior to joining the Boys & Girls Clubs, Shawn served as chief development officer at Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas, where she was responsible for the successful execution of a historic $65 million capital campaign as well as leading all development and fundraising efforts across the affiliate. Shawn earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Missouri - Columbia, and her nonprofit leadership and nonprofit management certifications at SMU in conjunction with the Center for Nonprofit Management. She was the Greater Dallas AFP's 2022 Fundraising Executive of the Year. Shawn is an adjunct professor at Paul Quinn College and a member of the Greater Frisco Chapter of Jack and Jill of America. She is also a founding officer and member of The Village Giving Circle, whose mission is to honor, sustain and expand the legacy of African American women's philanthropy. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : The Path to Leadership: A Conversation with Shawn Wills |
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Emerging Leaders Event
— Exploring Fundraising Career Paths Panel Discussion
| Presenter(s): | Exploring Fundraising Career Paths Panel Discussion |
| Event Details: | Breakfast generously provided by Water Cooler at Pegasus Park Join AFP Greater Dallas Emerging Leaders and Water Cooler at Pegasus Park for an engaging panel discussion on fundraising career paths. This event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers representing various roles within the fundraising profession, offering insights into career growth, industry trends, and professional development opportunities. Whether you're new to the field or exploring your next step, this discussion will provide valuable guidance and inspiration. The Conference Center at Pegasus Park (Room 100) — Entrances to campus parking may be accessed from the Southbound I-35E access road at Commonwealth Drive and Pegasus Park. As you arrive at the gate, please let security know that you are here for an event at Pegasus Park. Enter through the black metal gate and continue on to the main parking lot. Enter the building via the main staircase in the campus quad or use the handicap accessible glass elevator near the staircase. Conference Room 100 will be to the left when you walk in. If you have questions about the campus, a member of the security team is seated at the front desk in the Lobby and is available to assist you. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED This is a free event for Emerging Leaders age 35 and under, or with 5 years or fewer experience as a fundraiser. |
| Venue: | The Conference Center at Pegasus Park (Room 100) |
| Time: | 9:00:00 AM - 10:30:00 AM - Program : Emerging Leaders Event |
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Mary Freeman, CFRE |
| Venue: | TBD |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : Topic TBA |
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Sarah Elliott, CFRE, Moderator |
| Venue: | Communities Foundation of Texas 5500 Caruth Haven Lane Dallas, Texas 75225-8146 |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : Corporate Funders Panel |
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Christina Moore-Salinas, CFRE |
| Venue: | Communities Foundation of Texas 5500 Caruth Haven Lane Dallas, Texas 75225-8146 |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, May 26, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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8:30:00 AM - Networking 9:00:00 AM - 10:00:00 AM - Program : Topic TBA |
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Alicia Peoples, JD, Moderator |
| Venue: | Communities Foundation of Texas 5500 Caruth Haven Lane Dallas, Texas 75225-8146 |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, August 25, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : Foundation Funders Panel |
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Carole Rylander, CFRE |
| Venue: | Communities Foundation of Texas 5500 Caruth Haven Lane Dallas, Texas 75225-8146 |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : Topic TBA |
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Michael George, CFRE |
| Venue: | Communities Foundation of Texas 5500 Caruth Haven Lane Dallas, Texas 75225-8146 |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : Topic TBA |
The AFP Greater Dallas Chapter is committed to the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA). These principles influence our decision-making, planning, programming and member engagement.
We define diversity as the meaningful recognition and valuing of individual and collective differences in identities, perspectives, traditions, abilities, and life experiences.
We are committed to growing an accessible organization where all members can see their contributions treasured, perspectives respected, and culture valued.
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