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SUMMARY:August 6 - Secrets of Happiness
DESCRIPTION:Secrets of Happiness\nScientists and academics have spent entire careers exploring what truly makes people happy. Presented by Mona Johnson-Gibson\, in this session we’ll dive into bite-sized\, easy-to-digest insights from The 100 Simple Secrets of Happy People by David Niven\, Ph.D. You’ll leave with practical\, uplifting takeaways—maybe even one that helps turn an ordinary day into a more joyful life. \nNetworking: 8-8:30 a.m.\nProgram: 8:30-9:30 a.m. \nEveryone is welcome to attend. The meeting is free for AFP members and $10 for non-members. \nREGISTER \nPresenter: Mona Johnson-Gibson\nMona has more than 30 years of experience in the private\, public and non-profit sector in the areas of human service\, marketing\, training and administration. She formerly was the CEO of the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte for 12 years before retiring in January 2020 to Brunswick County.  Mona currently contracts with UNC Wilmington as a non-profit coach for the QENO program.  She holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice\, a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from UNC-Charlotte and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Wake Forest University. She is a past president of Metropolitan Business & Professional Women (BPW) and has served BPW at the district and state levels. She also has served on the Cabarrus Mediation and Teen Court Board helping teens in trouble. In 2011 she was named one of the Mecklenburg Times 50 Most Influential Women. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.afpnccfr.org/event/august-6-secrets-of-happiness/
LOCATION:New Hanover County Arboretum\, 6206 Oleander Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Event
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SUMMARY:1-Day Conference\, Wilmington\, NC
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 conference will be hosted by AFP Cape Fear on Sept. 5\, 2025!\nOur annual conference offers innovative and timely information in fundraising programs presented by knowledgeable speakers. These educational programs cover an array of topics to meet the broad needs of our diverse membership. We invite you to share your expertise\, connect with a state-wide network of fundraising professionals\, and tap into your creativity by attending\, presenting or sponsoring the conference. \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the 2025 conference\, email the AFP NC Sponsorship chair\, Julie Schuldner \nEarly-Bird Conference Registration Open NOW!\nEarly Bird from now until July 7 \n\nMember: $175\nNon-Member: $225\n\nRegistration closes August 29 \n\nMember: $250\nNon-Member: $300\n\nWalk-in day of the conference \n\n$350 for members and non-members\n\nRefunds are offered through August 15. No refunds will be offered after this date. \nREGISTER HERE! \nNot an AFP member? Click here to read more about the benefits of being an AFP member. \nThank You Sponsors!Conference Website
URL:https://www.afpnccfr.org/event/philanthropy-in-nc/
LOCATION:Hotel Ballast\, 301 N Water St\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Nonprofit Events
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Member Events:\nYoung Scientist Academy's 3rd Annual Breakfast\nMember Nonprofit: Young Scientist Academy\nDate: January 31\, 2026\nTime: 8:30 AM\nLocation: Waterline Brewing Co. \nLearn MoreHeart of the Matter Tin Man Awards and Fundraising Luncheon\nMember Nonprofit: Carousel Center\nDate: February 20\, 2026\nLocation: Wilmington Convention Center \nRegisterHibiscus 2026\nMember Nonprofit: Planned Parenthood South Atlantic\nDate: March 26\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 PM\nLocation: Aloft Wilmington \nLearn MoreMaking Legends Local Lip Sync Battle and Gala\nMember Nonprofit: Carousel Center\nDate: April 17\, 2026 \n2026 Luncheon for Literacy\nMember Nonprofit: Cape Fear Literacy Council\nDate: April 21\, 2026\nTime: Doors open at 11:00am for networking | Program begins at 11:30 \nAFP Cape Fear Region Chapter’s member nonprofits can share their upcoming events on our website to showcase what is happening in our community! \n\nMust be an AFP Cape Fear Region Chapter member to be listed.\nThe events listed on this website are not AFP chapter-related events and our chapter does not endorse them.\nEmail afpcapefear@gmail.com to request your events be added to this list.\nWhen emailing your event\, please include the event title\, date\, and link.
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LOCATION:NC
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SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting: Boundless Impact For Fundraising Events
DESCRIPTION:Boundless Impact For Fundraising Events\nJoin AFP Cape Fear Region for our February Chapter Meeting featuring presenter Magen McRoberts and her session\, Boundless Impact for Fundraising Events. \nThis education series presentation provides a comprehensive look at planning and executing successful fundraising events—from initial concept through post-event follow-up. Attendees will gain practical insights into creating a seamless and engaging experience for donors\, guests\, and sponsors\, while maximizing impact and strengthening relationships. \nWednesday\, February 4\, 2026\n8-8:30am Coffee/Networking\n8:30-9:30am Program \n \nRegisterREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://www.afpnccfr.org/event/monthly-meeting-share-your-best-tips/
LOCATION:New Hanover County Arboretum\, 6206 Oleander Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28403\, United States
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SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting: Spring "Break" Out Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Spring “Break” Out Sessions on Wednesday\, April 1st. The break out session topics are: \nPlanned Giving ( a follow up from January) – Led by Julie Schuldner\nMajor Gifts and Small Shops – Led by Kristin McPeters\nHouse Parties and Fundraising – Led by Leigh Johnson \nNetworking: 8 a.m.\nProgram: 8:30-9:30 a.m. \nEveryone is welcome to attend. The meeting is free for AFP members and $10 for non-members. \nREGISTERKarin Cox\, MFA\nPresident \nKarin has helped Kinetic clients raise hundreds of millions of dollars through customized\, research-based counsel and guidance. She is adept at drawing out the potential in nonprofits and providing the confidence and competencies they need to raise more money than they ever thought possible. Karin has served in senior leadership roles in nonprofit and business sectors\, and is an author\, frequent presenter and senior consultant. \nKarin is the author of Fundraising Leadership: The Essential Guide for Nonprofit Board Members Who Want to Make a Lasting Difference. She developed the widely adopted Cox Grid\, which was first presented in her “Fundraising Events” chapter in Fundraising Principles and Practice\, the definitive fundraising text published by Jossey-Bass. Karin serves on the board of Kentucky to the World. She has a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. \nAaron Johnson\nSenior Vice President \nAaron has an extensive background and decades of experience managing and implementing all aspects of philanthropy including integrated plans for regular giving\, capital campaigns and special events for major donors. Aaron’s expertise is also in scaling giving programs and building donor loyalty through strategic planning\, growing major gifts and donor engagement. \nIn addition\, he has broad knowledge of and expertise in communications strategies including print and digital media for content\, creative and analytics. As an internet marketing specialist for Archon Media\, he developed strategies with clients to increase their online presence and visibility through strategic search engine optimization. \nWhile studying computer engineering and applied mathematics at Western Michigan University\, he also provided fundraising leadership to the university’s student-based telemarketing program where he hired\, trained and supervised 60 student employees; represented WMU with prospective alumni donors; interfaced with media sources; and helped raise over $1 million annually.
URL:https://www.afpnccfr.org/event/monthly-meeting-building-a-major-gift-program/
LOCATION:New Hanover County Arboretum\, 6206 Oleander Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28403\, United States
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