National Philanthropy Day 2022

National Philanthropy Day is the special day set aside to recognize and pay tribute to the impact of philanthropy in the world around us.  It's a day to honor those people active in the philanthropic community who have made our lives, our communities, and our world a better place. National…

National Philanthropy Day 101 - Virtual Q&A

Learn how to get the most out of National Philanthropy Day for your organization, meet the NPD team, and get answers to questions you may have about the nomination process and the other four ways to participate in this year's celebration.

More Than A Meeting

Though virtual networking and learning continues as the method to meet the needs of AFP members we have decided to provide opportunities that are 'more than just a meeting.’ Find out what the fuss is all about...

Morally speaking, is philanthropy inevitable?

Is morality the same everywhere?  And does it inevitably lead to philanthropy? Insight on those two intriguing questions comes from a recent University of Oxford study of ethics across 60 societies.  Researchers concluded that seven morals -- remarkably uniform throughout humankind – evolved in…

Monthly Giving - Creating Community and Inspiring Donors

A monthly giving program can give your nonprofit a reliable income stream from dedicated donors. Do you want to start up a monthly giving program or have you already tried and it just hasn’t gone anywhere? Join us for a panel discussion where panelists share the details on their program – best…

Monthly Chapter Updates

  MILWAUKEE'S PULSE OF PHILANTHROPY   Stay up to date on what's happening locally! Every second or third Thursday of the month the AFPSEWI committees and volunteers put together a newsletter that is Milwaukee's pulse of philanthropy. You can read our latest On Philanthropy Milwaukee Business…

Money Wellness: Unleash the Power to Big Gifts

Be Mindful… Be Respectful… Be Aware!

As I researched fundraising topics for this article, a social media post pop-up distracted me. The post occurred on an informational platform for families of students at my child’s university. Social media has become an important tool for non-profit professionals like me, but today I saw first-…

Mimi Laflin, President-Elect

Milwaukee Lifestyle Magazine profiles AFPSEWI as builder of philanthropy!

When Milwaukee Lifestyle Magazine planned an article on our region’s culture of philanthropy, where did they turn for insight? Our local AFP chapter, of course!

Milwaukee Business Journal article: Strengthening Economic Competitiveness -- through Philanthropy?

Wisconsin businesses are hiring, and that is good news! According to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, the seasonally unadjusted unemployment rate in June was Milwaukee County is 5.6%…higher than the nation and balance of state, but moving in the right direction. An example of…

Milwaukee Business Journal

Millennial Motivation: What Makes Millennial Want to Give

Michelle Strode, Chair Membership

MGIC

A Message to our Members: Empower. Strengthen. Transform.

By serving fundraisers, AFP also serves our community. Because every fundraiser shares one mission: as we secure the resources that allow area nonprofits to do good, we also help generous community members act on hopes for a better world.

A Message to our Members: AFPSEWI Needs YOU!

As Chapter President, it is always interesting when I get asked how I got to be President. The easy answer, I was asked.

A Message From the President

This year was tough on many nonprofits and we all understand that challenge all too well. But be assured we are here to support you and your organizations in our community.

Mentoring Program Forges Ahead Despite COVID-19

Worldwide health pandemics have an uncanny habit of interrupting the best laid plans.  The AFP Mentoring Program and the fall 2019 cohort of philanthropy professionals were not immune.

Mentoring Program Application Deadline

Do you wish you had someone in fundraising who you could consult with when you have questions? Do you have experience in our industry that you are willing to share?Then consider being a part of AFP Southeastern Wisconsin's Mentorship program! 

Mentoring Program

Veteran Advice -- Focused on You   Do you wish you had someone in fundraising who you could consult with when you have questions? Do you have experience in our industry that you are willing to share? Then consider being a part of AFP Southeastern Wisconsin's Mentorship program!  Each year, we…

Mentor/Mentee Program Application Deadline

Calling All Mentors and Those Seeking Mentorship! Deadline to apply is March 15!  AFPSEWI has a vibrant Mentoring Program – allowing you to either serve as a Mentor for those less experienced in the field of fundraising OR be paired with a veteran fundraiser who can guide you through your career…

Memorable Moments from the Podium - National Philanthropy Day Honorees Inspired with Actions and Words

More than 450 community leaders gathered at AFPSEWI’s National Philanthropy Day celebration at the Pfister Hotel on November 12, hoping to be inspired by this year’s honorees. Those receiving the six awards did not disappoint, as affirmed by some of the outstanding quotes from their words of thanks:

Memo from AFP Southeastern WI Chapter President Nancy Seidl Nelson

Hopefully year-end efforts were fruitful, holidays enjoyable and now we all ready to move forward into 2017 with renewed energy, high hopes and solids plans for success. As your Chapter President, I hope that AFP and all we have to offer is part of your plans for networking and education in the…

Membership Scholarship Application Deadline

AFPSEWI is excited to offer FIVE one-time scholarships covering one year of free membership! These awards are available to both new and continuing members, thanks to special funding provided by AFP Global. The online application is open through March 8.