Lunch & Learn: Building Relationships in Fundraising October 14, 2008

FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONAL WILL PRESENT

“BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS IN FUNDRAISING”



September 15, 2008 [Wilkes-Barre, Pa.] – The Northeastern Pennsylvania chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) announced that Paul Strunk, Scranton will present "Building Relationships in Fundraising" – the second in the organization's 2008-09 Professional Development Series.



Strunk will speak at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at the Portafino Ristorante, 900 Schechter Drive, Wilkes-Barre.



NOTE: Schechter Drive is off of I-81. Make a left at the end of the exit ramp. The next left is Schechter Drive and is directly across from the entrance to the Walmart Supercenter.



"People give to people, to peers, and to vision – often fulfilling a need. We must remember that donor needs are central to the fundraising," said Strunk. "The need for a donor to honor a loved one, themselves, or a person who has impacted their life through a connection to your organization must be unlocked and nurtured. That courtship is key to a major gift ask."



Paul Strunk comes to his position of Director of Capital Resources at Marywood University with more than 25 years experience in nonprofit management, fundraising and development. An expert in major gift programs and capital campaigns, Strunk has led fundraising campaigns that have netted in excess of $25 Million. Prior to joining Marywood in 2005, he served as chief development officer at both The University of Scranton and Wilkes University.



He served as the founding president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Pocono Northeastern Pennsylvania Chapter in 1991 and served on its board of directors from 1991 to 1996.



Cost of attendance is $15 for AFP members and $25 for not-yet members and day-of registrants. Registration is accepted via e-mail to events@afpnepa.org and online at http://www.afpnepa.org. Please address any questions to Mary Lou Miller at 570-586-3432.







About the Association of Fundraising Professionals

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) represents more than 30,000 members in more than 190 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs. The association fosters development and growth of fundraising professionals and promotes high ethical standards in the fundraising profession. The Northeastern Pennsylvania chapter sponsors monthly luncheons, seminars, and continuing education workshops for nonprofit organization professionals in the Greater Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area. More information available at http://www.afpnepa.org.

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