Upcoming Events
May 14th, 2024 | Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland
The Psychology of the Philanthropist...Understand How a Donor Thinks | Presented by Scot Scala, M. Ed., GPC | May Continuing Education Program 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
In this session, participants will explore the psychology of philanthropists and why understanding how they think is essential to the prospecting process. Specific topic areas covered in the session include understanding the philanthropic mind, why people give the way they do, motivations for giving, choosing the right engagement strategy, and facilitating a proven donor approach for mutually beneficial outcomes.
Due to space limitations, registration is limited to first come, first served. Pre-registration is required and the registration deadline is Friday, May 10th at noon.
Lunch will be provided!
The first 30 minutes are dedicated to networking. The session will begin promptly at 12:00 p.m.
Pending approval for 1.25 CFRE CE Credits.
June 11th, 2024 | Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland
IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) Collaboration | June Continuing Education Program 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
July 23rd, 2024 | Grange Insurance Audubon Center
Cocktails & Calamities | July Continuing Education Program 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.
August 13th, 2024 | Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland
Ethics Presentation | August Continuing Education Program 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
September 10th, 2024 | Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland
AFP Global Visit | September Continuing Education Program 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
AFP Central Ohio 2024 Education Program Venue Sponsor
Additional Information
Central Ohio AFP offers a variety of educational opportunities throughout the year. Sessions are planned by the Education Committee and are typically held the second Tuesday of each month as breakfast, lunch, or happy hour meetings. These learning opportunities for fundraising professionals cover a wide variety of topics to benefit the range of our membership—including those new to the profession or considering a career in fundraising, as well as mid-career and seasoned professionals.
Guest speakers are identified locally, regionally, and nationally to present on a wide range of topics. Around the end of each calendar year, our committee circulates a Request for Proposals (RFP) application to evaluate and select an upcoming slate of speakers. If you’d like to join our committee or have a suggestion for a future topic presentation, please email [email protected]
Educational presentation formats include:
- General Monthly Session – 1-hr long presentations that include provided time for networking beforehand and Q&A with the speaker afterwards
- Speaker Series – a more in-depth presentation involving a special speaker or national expert
- Brown-Bag Series – offered for free or reduced cost, partnering with local catering companies
- Cocktails and Calamities Happy Hour – this annual summertime tradition calls on local AFP colleagues to share their “horror stories” and the lessons learned.
Event announcements, registration information, and general updates can be found on this page as well as our respective social media channels: LinkedIn and Facebook. An email will also be sent to our membership mailing list as soon as event details are confirmed.
Attendees are surveyed following each educational program to receive feedback on presenter, topic, and location. Suggestions through these surveys lay the groundwork for future programming.
For questions about current or future programming, contact this year’s Education Co-Chairs.
Monthly Education Programs Chair
Hardy Kern (he/him/his)
412-337-4673Learn More
Position Title:Monthly Education Programs Chair Capacity: Board Member Reports to: Vice President of Professional Development Key Responsibilities:
Education Chair-Elect
Christine Roberts, CFRE (she/her/hers)
614-664-9040Learn More
Position Title: Education Programs Chair and Chair Elect Capacity: Board Member Reports to: Vice President of Professional Development Key Responsibilities: