Monthly Meeting: Boundless Impact For Fundraising Events
2026-02-04 08:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28403, United States
Boundless Impact For Fundraising Events
Join AFP Cape Fear Region for our February Chapter Meeting featuring presenter Magen McRoberts and her session, Boundless Impact for Fundraising Events.
This 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.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
8-8:30am Coffee/Networking
8:30-9:30am Program

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Monthly Meeting: Spring "Break" Out Sessions
2026-04-01 08:00 - 09:30 | New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC, 28403, United States
Please join us for our Spring “Break” Out Sessions on Wednesday, April 1st. The break out session topics are:
Planned Giving ( a follow up from January) – Led by Julie Schuldner
Major Gifts and Small Shops – Led by Kristin McPeters
House Parties and Fundraising – Led by Leigh Johnson
Networking: 8 a.m.
Program: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend. The meeting is free for AFP members and $10 for non-members.
REGISTERKarin Cox, MFA
President
Karin 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.
Karin 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.
Aaron Johnson
Senior Vice President
Aaron 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.
In 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.
While 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.

Monthly Meeting: Building Confident, Values-Driven Boards
2026-05-06 08:00 - 09:30 | NC
From Intention to Action: Building Confident, Values-Driven Boards
Presented by The Confident Company: Craig Wagner and Dawn Rochelle, co-founders
Networking: 8 a.m.
Program: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend. The meeting is free for AFP members and $10 for non-members.
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Craig Wagner is co-founder of The Confident Company and a nonprofit executive recognized for his ability to transform organizations and strengthen board leadership. With nearly 20 years of experience leading mission-driven organizations, Craig has built a reputation for aligning vision with execution, guiding boards through change, and developing strategies that drive growth and sustainability. His leadership has spanned growth strategy, program development, and impact measurement, where he has consistently helped organizations expand their reach and deepen their impact. Craig is especially passionate about equipping board members to see themselves not only as fiduciaries, but as culture-shapers and ambassadors who carry the mission into their communities. Through The Confident Company, he brings a pragmatic, values-driven approach that helps boards move from intention to action. His work champions boards that serve with courage, lead with confidence, and build a stronger future for the communities they impact.
Dawn Rochelle, MSW, LCSW is co-founder of The Confident Company and a seasoned nonprofit executive and leadership consultant with more than two decades of experience guiding organizations, boards, and leaders. Passionate about helping people align vision with action, she believes all humans are called to serve and created The Confident Company as a blueprint to help others feel equipped and confident in that calling. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Maxwell Certified Leadership Coach, Dawn combines trauma-informed care with expertise in strategic planning, governance, and fundraising to offer values-driven, behavior-focused support. Her unique approach helps individuals serve through their strengths and gifts while strengthening board and organizational impact. Through The Confident Company, she equips leaders to serve boldly and govern wisely, helping organizations not just to survive, but to thrive.
