• Delaware County Affinity Group Meet-Up

    Panera Bread- Delaware 750 W Central Ave, Delaware, Ohio

    Join our Delaware County Affinity Group Tuesday, March 24. This is an informal meet-up designed to reconnect local fundraising professionals, share ideas, and explore opportunities to strengthen our community of practice. Can’t wait to see you there! Don’t miss the chance to: Reconnect with peers in the Delaware County nonprofit sector Share updates on current […]

    Free
  • Book Club

    Columbus Metropolitan Library-Main Library Room 2B 96 South Grant Ave, Columbus, Ohio, United States

    Join Us for Central Ohio AFP's Inaugural Book Club! REGISTER We're excited to announce a new program for the Central Ohio fundraising community: a book club! Gather together with your fellow fundraisers to discuss books (and other publications) that inspire, educate, and encourage. For our first book, join us in reading The Serviceberry, by Robin […]

    Free
  • Overcoming the “Ick Factor”: Rethinking Brand in the Nonprofit Sector | Presented by Pam Georgiana

    📍Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland 1700 Watermark Drive, Columbus, OH

    REGISTER Imagine a future where: Donors immediately understand and resonate with your mission. Volunteers feel a deep connection to your cause. Every interaction, both online and in-person, reinforces the impact of your work. This is the transformative power of brand strategy for nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations. Don’t let the “ick” factor keep you from embracing […]

    $20 – $35
  • Fundamentals of Fundraising – 2026

    Mid-Ohio Food Collective 3960 Brookham Dr, Grove City, United States

    REGISTER This intensive program is composed of seven modules that have been designed by experienced fundraising professionals to meet the real-world needs and challenges nonprofit organizations face every day. ✨ For individuals with 0-4 years fundraising experience 📅 May 5th, 7th, 12th, and 14th, 2026; 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (each day) 📍 Mid-Ohio Food […]

  • Relationship Based Fundraising | Presented by Stacy Kyser

    📍Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland 1700 Watermark Drive, Columbus, OH

    REGISTER KEY TAKEAWAYS: Fundraising is about relationships, not transactions. Clarity and confidence matter. Everyone has a role in fundraising. Gratitude and follow-up are essential. You can do this—and it can be FUN. 🎙️ About the Speaker REGISTER 👉Pending approval for 1.25 CFRE credits. ⚠️Due to space limitations, registration is limited to first come, first served. […]

    $20 – $35
  • Delaware County Affinity Group Meet-Up

    Panera Bread - Powell 8720 Owenfield Dr, Powell, Ohio

    This is an informal meet-up designed to reconnect local fundraising professionals, share ideas, and explore opportunities to strengthen our community of practice. Can’t wait to see you there! Don’t miss the chance to: Reconnect with peers in the Delaware County nonprofit sector Share updates on current initiatives and challenges Discuss ways to reenergize the affinity […]

    Free
  • Beyond the Gala: Designing Fundraising Events that Inspire and Deliver Results | Presented by Trace Kingham

    📍Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland 1700 Watermark Drive, Columbus, OH

    REGISTER In today’s competitive philanthropic landscape, a fundraising event must do more than raise money — it must create meaning. This session explores how nonprofit organizations can transform traditional fundraising events into powerful experiences that deepen donor engagement, elevate brand perception, and drive sustainable support. Drawing on years of experience working exclusively with nonprofit organizations, […]

    $20 – $35
  • Cocktails & Calamities 2026

    CCAD Design Studios on Broad 390 East Broad St #3867, Columbus, Ohio

    AFP Central Ohio Cocktails & Calamities 2026 We love to celebrate the big wins, the gifts we secure, the events that go off without a hitch. But, as we all know, mistakes and missteps are inevitable, and usually our best opportunities to grow. Cocktails & Calamities offers a safe and reflective space for members and […]

    $15 – $20
  • Delaware County Affinity Group Meet-Up

    Panera Bread - Lewis Center 6589 Artesian Run, Suite C, Lewis Center, Ohio

    This is an informal meet-up designed to reconnect local fundraising professionals, share ideas, and explore opportunities to strengthen our community of practice. Can’t wait to see you there! Don’t miss the chance to: Reconnect with peers in the Delaware County nonprofit sector Share updates on current initiatives and challenges Discuss ways to reenergize the affinity […]

    Free
  • Ethical Concerns Beyond Donor Names: 10 Issues to Address | Presented by Amina Saeed, JD, LLM

    Virtual

    REGISTER How to use AI ethically in fundraising and establish office-wide AI coordination. Understand the ethical dilemmas of using AI in nonprofit fundraising and understand how to prepare ethical guidelines and coordinated AI usage protocols. 🎙️ About the Speaker REGISTER 👉 Pending approval for 1.25 CFRE credits. 📋 Pre-registration required 🎟️ Members: $0 | Guests […]

    Free – $5
  • Franklin County Affinity Group Meet-Up

    Columbus Main Library, Meeting Room 1A 96 S Grant Ave, Columbus, Ohio

    We are excited to invite you to a networking coffee gathering for members of the AFP Central Ohio Chapter’s Franklin County Affinity Group. This informal meet-up is designed to reconnect local fundraising professionals, share ideas, and explore opportunities for specialized Affinity Groups. Grab a coffee at Java’s Carnegie Café, located just inside the library, and […]

    Free
  • Book Club

    Columbus Metropolitan Library-Main Library Room 2B 96 South Grant Ave, Columbus, Ohio, United States

    Announcing the next selection for the AFP Central Ohio book club! REGISTER The next meeting of the AFP Central Ohio book club is coming up soon! Join us for a discussion with fellow fundraisers about books that inspire, educate, and encourage. Our next read will be: A New Era of Philanthropy, by Dimple Abichandani. This […]

    Free