AFP South Sound

05/21/2026

Check out our recent newsletter to stay informed about chapter events and announcements.

If you're a South Sound fundraiser and have been looking to take your professional skills to the next level, this month's program is for you!  Join fellow fundraising professionals for a candid conversation with local grantmakers and funders. At this panel, funders will share how they make decisio...

05/06/2026

Ever wonder what grantmakers are actually thinking when they read your proposal? 🤔

Take the guesswork out of your next grant cycle! Join the AFP WA, South Sound Chapter for a candid "Meet the Grantmakers" panel. We’re pulling back the curtain so you can hear directly from local funders about how they make decisions, what makes a proposal stand out, and what true partnership looks like.

Come for the insights, stay for the networking, pastries, and our fun Impact Video Showcase! ☕🥐

The Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PT)
📍 Location: The Grand Cinema | 606 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA
🎤 Moderator: Jennifer Li Dotson, MSc, CAP® 李麗玲

Bring your burning questions and get ready to connect with fellow fundraising professionals.

🎟️ RSVP here to save your seat:

Join fellow fundraising professionals for a candid conversation with local grantmakers and funders 🗣️At this panel, funders will share how they make decisions, what they look for in proposals, and how they define strong partnerships.This event supports AFP South Sound’s commitment to ethical,...

04/20/2026

Keep up with our chapter events and announcements here!

If you're a South Sound fundraiser and have been looking to take your professional skills to the next level, this month's program is for you!  IPA, CAP, CFRE…you’ve heard those letters, but what do they mean? 

04/08/2026

If you're a South Sound fundraiser and have been looking to take your professional skills to the next level, this month's program is for you!

You may have seen the letters IPA, CFRE, CAP in an email signature but what do they mean? Hear from local professionals who sharpened their edge with professional development certifications including Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP), Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA), and Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).

Special thanks to the sponsor of this program: Daylight, creators of IPA and other philanthropy certification programs.

Apr 23, 2026 from 09:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Grand Cinema - 606 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402

Register:

IPA, CAP, CFRE...all of those letters, but what do they mean? 🤔As you consider professional development and certification programs to advance your knowledge in the field, come hear from folks who have walked that walk. Hear about the pros and cons of each certification option as you explore if on...

03/31/2026

See what's been happening in the chapter and keep informed of upcoming events.

Thank you for all that you do. As we celebrate YOU during National Volunteer Week, April 19–25, we’d love to hear your volunteer story and the moments that have shaped your service journey.

03/24/2026

Still time to register for Thursday's in-person event!

"Spring has Sprung: Let’s Help Your Mission Bloom!"
When: Thursday, March 26 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: The Grand Cinema (606 Fawcett Ave)
The Details: Step out of the office for a morning of high-impact strategy development.
Join targeted round tables to harvest fresh solutions:
-Dev Ops with Rufina Caluya
-AI & Digital Tools with Jennifer Li Dotson
-DEIA with Anh Vo
-Professional Development with Jesse Bohlin
Also back by popular demand, refresh your library through our Community Book Exchange by bringing a book and taking a new one!
RSVP + details: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fundraisers-social-hour-and-icon-connections

Let’s grow our connections, collaboration, and community together. We can't wait to see you there!

Fresh Coffee, Fresh Ideas, and Future-Proofing Your Fundraising! Is your development strategy ready to catch the Spring sun? In the nonprofit world, this is the season of renewal, but even the most vibrant missions need a little extra sunlight and fresh soil to reach their full potential. On March 2...

03/22/2026

Some awesome opportunities to learn and connect with other fundraisers coming up this week! Come join us!

03/19/2026

Ready to meet some new folks and get a fresh perspective on your work?

We have a back-to-back lineup of events coming up. Whether you want to connect with peers from neighboring chapters or step away from your desk to dig into local, day-to-day challenges, we’ve got you covered:

🌐 EVENT 1: Beyond Borders Joint AFP Networking Event (Virtual)

When: Wednesday, March 25 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Zoom

The Details: Join AFP Greater Vancouver, AFP South Sound, and AFP Oregon & SW Washington for an open-hall networking session. Facilitated by Jennifer Li Dotson, Kevin Chi, and Anthony Petchel, we’ll move through round-table intros and build lasting relationships beyond our borders.

Bonus!! Going to AFP ICON? Connect with us here first to build your "conference crew" before you even land in San Diego!

RSVP + details: https://bit.ly/beyondborders2026

🌱 EVENT 2: Spring has Sprung: Let’s Help Your Mission Bloom! (In-Person)

When: Thursday, March 26 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: The Grand Cinema (606 Fawcett Ave)

The Details: Step out of the office for a morning of high-impact strategy development.

Join targeted round tables to harvest fresh solutions:

-Dev Ops with Rufina Caluya
-AI & Digital Tools with Jennifer Li Dotson
-DEIA with Anh Vo
-Professional Development with Jesse Bohlin

Also back by popular demand, refresh your library through our Community Book Exchange by bringing a book and taking a new one!

RSVP + details: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fundraisers-social-hour-and-icon-connections

Let’s grow our connections, collaboration, and community together. We can't wait to see you there!

02/23/2026

Check out our newsletter for upcoming events, announcements, and job postings!

The AFP South Sound board has selected Individual Giving and Database Coordinator at KNKX Public Radio, as our 2025 Chamberlain Scholar to attend AFP Icon 2026. In her role as an AFP South Sound Board member and Co-Chair of the Programs committee, she exemplifies leadership with a deep commitment...

02/19/2026

If you haven't already registered for next weeks program, there's still time!

Come join us for a great opportunity to hear from non-profit leaders and fundraisers alike as we discuss how we protect our teams, action your organizations can take, and what it means to keep moving forward your mission in this critical time!

We know things are hard right now. Everywhere you turn, there are new stories of violence against immigrants, revoking of LGBTQ+ rights, funding roll backs, and a whole host of other fresh horrors. What is our role as fundraisers and nonprofits when it feels like society is falling apart around us?....