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    • 01 Oct 2024
    • 31 Dec 2025
    • Sponsorship with all requisite benefits
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    Support AFP Massachusetts



    Become a Sponsor or Supporter

    With more than 7,000 newsletter email contacts and 1,200 program participants annually, AFP Massachusetts connects thousands of nonprofit professionals through evidence-based educational programs, community-building events, fellowships, networking, and more. Sponsorship funding is the driving financial force behind our ability to equip fundraisers with the skills and resources they need. Your commitment strengthens our capacity to serve as a nexus where fundraisers of all backgrounds, abilities, career levels, and sectors can thrive, collaborate, grow, and lead.

    Opportunities to support AFP Massachusetts include premier sponsorships — our most prominent, engagement lasting 12 months — and à la carte opportunities, which may be purchased individually or combined with other support to build the optimal experience for your organization.

    To read about opportunities and benefits, please check our 2025 Prospectus


    Register Your Support

    1. Click the “register” button (at left)

    2. Enter your contact information to access the registration form

    3. Select any Add-On or À La Carte Sponsorships you may wish to purchase

    4. Complete and submit the registration form

    Premier Sponsorships

    Chapter Sponsor: $10,000

    Patron: $7,500

    Benefactor: $5,000

    Friend: $3,000

    Learn more

    Fundraising Day in Boston Sponsorships

    Fundraising Day in Boston is one of the largest annual fundraising conferences in New England with over 600 attendees from the field of development. This is a full day experience featuring more than 30 sessions plus keynotes and networking opportunities.

    Keynote Sponsor: $7,500

    Networking Happy Hour Sponsor: $2,500

    Exhibitor Table: $1,500

    Career Table Sponsor: $1,500

    Morning or Afternoon Coffee Break Sponsor: $500

    Conference Program Ad (1/2 Page): $1,000

    Conference Program Ad (1/4 Page): $500

    Learn more

    Massachusetts Gives Awards Sponsorships

    AFP MA's Massachusetts Gives Awards Celebration is an annual event that honors Massachusetts philanthropists and development professionals and celebrates the impact of philanthropy in our community. 

    Presenting Sponsor: $5,000

    Gold Sponsor (Table of 10): $2,500

    Silver Sponsor (Half Table): $1,500

    Community Tribute: $1,000

    Honor Tribute: $500

    Learn more

    Program and Event Support

    AFP Massachusetts offers a wide variety of educational and networking programs throughout the year. See full Event Calendar.

    IDEA Fellowship Sponsor: $7,500

    Fundraising Fundamentals Sponsor: $3,000

    Emerging Leaders in Fundraising Sponsor: $3,000

    Meet the Funders Sponsor: $2,500

    Member Social Event Sponsor: $1,500

    Learn more

    Advertising Opportunities (May 1 - December 31)

    Email Newsletter Advertisement: $1,000

    Web Banner: $500

    Learn more

    Contact Us

    For registration assistance or general questions, please contact info@afpmass.org or (781) 894-3140

    For additional sponsorship inquiries, please contact Allison Mitchell, Vice President of Sponsorship, at sponsorship@afpmass.org


    Email: info@afpmass.org || Ph: (781) 894-3140

    • 25 Sep 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • A webinar link will be emailed to each guest
    • 20
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    Presented by Rebecca Kovrlija, MBA, CFRE
    Senior Consultant, Presenting with Passion & Purpose

    What if one small shift could unlock donor meetings that are more energized, authentic, and effective? In this interactive session, Rebecca Kovrlija reveals how mastering real-time communication — not memorized scripts or rigid talking points — can radically improve results in major gift work.

    Fundraisers will test tools live, reframe old patterns, and walk away ready to influence at a higher level.

    Session Highlights

    • Why traditional prep falls flat — and what to do instead
    • How to shift energy mid-meeting and listen for what donors aren’t saying
    • Tools and language that increase donor ownership
    • How communication skill gaps impact both fundraising and internal influence

    Key Takeaways

    • A proven approach to handle donor conversations without over-prepping
    • Confidence to navigate resistance and redirect conversations
    • A practical framework for showing up with clarity and authority

    Meet the Speaker(s)

    Rebecca Kovrlija, MBA, CFRE brings 20+ years of experience in fundraising, marketing, and nonprofit leadership. She currently partners with speaking coach Vanessa Cuddeford to help professionals speak with clarity and confidence in high-stakes settings.

    Previously, Rebecca served as Associate Director of Philanthropy at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, where she personally raised over $5 million in major gifts and contributed to seven- and eight-figure strategy efforts.

    Earlier in her career, she launched the Best Buddies Jobs program in central Massachusetts as the region’s first dedicated staff member—helping individuals with disabilities secure meaningful employment and greater clarity about their strengths.

    Her background also includes leading national digital marketing partnerships at 1-800-Flowers, where her team generated $32.5 million in revenue. Rebecca is known for her practical, people-first approach to communication, donor strategy, and professional development.

    Pricing

    • AFP MA Member Rate: $39
    • Non-Member Rate: $49
    • Special rates are available for members of other AFP chapters, PGGNE, WID, and sponsors. For more information, please contact info@afpmass.org

      Registration Instructions

      • To register, click the REGISTER button on the left.
      • To access member rates, please log into your account using the email associated with your membership record before registering
      • Registration deadline: September 25, at 9:00 AM EST

      Important Information:

      • Session will not be recorded
      • Refunds must be requested no later than 24 hours before the program start time
      • To avoid spam issues, please add AFP MA to your Safe Senders list and/or create a contact for (info@afpmass.orgin your email system 


      Full participation in How to Transform Donor Meetings from Stuck to Unstoppable is applicable for 1.0 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.



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      Association of Fundraising Professionals, Massachusetts Chapter

      60 Hickory Drive Suite 6100, Waltham, MA 02451 US

      • 30 Sep 2025
      • 8:30 AM
      • 01 Oct 2025
      • 4:30 PM
      • University of Massachusetts Club Boston
      • 41
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      University of Massachusetts Club
      One Beacon Street, 32nd Floor
      Boston, MA 02108

      AFP MA's Fundraising Fundamentals Course is an introduction to fundraising for those who are new to the field. Career changers and junior professionals turn to Fundamentals to acquire skills necessary for building a successful fundraising program. Development directors and CEOs encourage their staff to attend to give them a well-rounded knowledge of fundraising and development. 

      With more than 10 faculty members dedicating their time to this course, registrants will have direct access to accomplished individuals from a variety of fundraising sectors and backgrounds.

      Click here for the Course Schedule.

      Pricing

      • AFP MA Member Rate: $325
      • Non-Member Early Bird Rate: $395 (through September 1)
      • Non-Member Regular Rate: $425
      • Special rates are available for members of other AFP chapters, PGGNE, WID, and sponsors. For more information, please contact info@afpmass.org
      • Scholarships are available. Click here to apply by September 1, 2025

      Registration Instructions

      • To register, click the REGISTER button on the left
      • To access member rates, please log into your account using the email associated with your membership record before registering
      • Registration deadline: September 22, at 8:00 AM EST

      Important Information:

      • The venue requires a valid ID at the building security check-in. Thank you in advance for following this protocol
      • Please indicate any dietary restrictions when you register
      • Refunds must be requested no later than one week before the program start time due to our commitments to the venue

      Sponsorship
      Event sponsorship opportunities, including complimentary registrations, are now available! For more details, click here or reach out to sponsorship@afpmass.org.



      Full participation in Fall Fundraising Fundamentals is applicable for 12.0 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.



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      Association of Fundraising Professionals, Massachusetts Chapter

      60 Hickory Drive Suite 6100, Waltham, MA 02451 US

      • 17 Oct 2025
      • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      • A webinar link will be emailed to each guest
      • 58
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      Presented by Louis Diez & Amanda Smith

      Join us for an intensive webinar designed for development professionals who want to master the art of cultivating and engaging mid-level donors as a bridge to major giving.

      Key Takeaways

      • Identify and qualify mid-level prospects using data-driven approaches
      • Create distinctive mid-level donor programs that drive engagement
      • Implement specialized cultivation strategies for this unique donor segment
      • Design customized stewardship plans that enhance retention
      • Develop effective recognition societies that inspire increased giving
      • Manage donor transitions seamlessly between annual and major giving

        Meet the Speakers

        Louis Diez is a fundraising strategist and founder of the Donor Participation Project and Wize. He has led donor growth efforts at Muhlenberg College and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra using his "Sustainable Revenue Engine" model. Louis holds an MBA, PhD in Business, and MM in Music Performance, and brings a multidisciplinary approach to nonprofit fundraising and engagement.

        Amanda Smith is Executive Director at Lehigh Valley Health Network and a philanthropy leader with 20 years of experience in advancement services and data-driven fundraising. She has grown donor pools by over 1,400% and was recognized in Association of Healthcare Philanthropy's 40 Under 40. Amanda specializes in coaching fundraising teams and optimizing major gift strategies.

        Pricing

        • AFP MA Member Rate: $50
        • Non-Member Rate: $80
        • Special rates are available for members of other AFP chapters, PGGNE, WID, and sponsors. For more information, please contact info@afpmass.org

          Registration Instructions

          • To register, click the REGISTER button on the left.
          • To access member rates, please log into your account using the email associated with your membership record before registering
          • Registration deadline: October 16, at 9:00 AM EST

          Important Information:

          • Session will not be recorded
          • Refunds must be requested no later than 24 hours before the program start time
          • To avoid spam issues, please add AFP MA to your Safe Senders list and/or create a contact for (info@afpmass.orgin your email system 


          Full participation in Integrated Mid-Level Strategies: Bridging Annual Giving and Major Gifts is applicable for 1.0 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.



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          Association of Fundraising Professionals, Massachusetts Chapter

          60 Hickory Drive Suite 6100, Waltham, MA 02451 US

          • 30 Oct 2025
          • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
          • Bentley University Conference Center
          • 49
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          Bentley University Conference Center
          LaCava Campus Center #300
          175 Forest Street, 
          Waltham, MA 02452

          AI Bootcamp for Fundraising Professionals

          Whether you’ve new to generative AI or you’re a daily user looking to drive adoption in your shop, this hands-on bootcamp will give you the tools, skills, and confidence to make AI work for your fundraising goals. 

          The morning focuses on foundational knowledge and hands-on prompt writing for different fundraising roles. After a lunchtime keynote with AI innovators sharing real-world applications, the afternoon builds on the morning program into advanced strategies for power users — covering team adoption and change management, advanced prompting, and custom GPT creation. You’ll leave with practical takeaways you can use immediately, plus a roadmap for the future of AI in your organization.

          Click here for the Course Schedule and Session Descriptions

          Pricing

          • Session I: Introduction to AI Includes lunch
            $200 AFP Member | $350 Non-member
          • Session II: Advanced AI Includes lunch
            $200 AFP Member | $350 Non-member
          • Session I & Session II: Full-Day AI in Fundraising Bootcamp Includes lunch
            $250 AFP Member | $400 Non-member
          • Special rates are available for members of other AFP chapters, PGGNE, WID, and sponsors. For more information, please contact info@afpmass.org

          Registration Instructions

          • To register, click the REGISTER button on the left
          • To access member rates, please log into your account using the email associated with your membership record before registering
          • Registration deadline: October 23, at 8:00 AM EST

          Important Information

          • Please indicate any dietary restrictions when you register
          • Refunds must be requested no later than one week before the program start time due to our commitments to the venue

          Sponsorship
          Event sponsorship opportunities, including complimentary registrations, are now available! For more details, reach out to sponsorship@afpmass.org.




          Full participation in AI in Fundraising Bootcamp is applicable for 7.0 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.



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          Association of Fundraising Professionals, Massachusetts Chapter

          60 Hickory Drive Suite 6100, Waltham, MA 02451 US

          • 12 Nov 2025
          • 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
          • University of Massachusetts Club Boston
          • 142
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          Annual Breakfast and Awards Celebration Honoring
          Massachusetts Philanthropists and Development Professionals

          Hosted by Jonathan Allen, Leadership Brainery

          University of Massachusetts Club
          One Beacon Street, 32nd Floor
          Boston, MA 02108

          The Massachusetts Gives Awards Celebration honors exceptional Massachusetts philanthropists, corporations, foundations, volunteers, and fundraisers each fall around National Philanthropy Day®, with nominations submitted by the community. More than 150 guests gather at this annual AFP Massachusetts breakfast event in Boston to celebrate the impact of philanthropy.

          2025 Awardees will be announced soon!

          Click here for the list of previous years' honorees.

          Program Schedule

          • 7:30 a.m. Breakfast and Networking
          • 8:15 a.m. Program Starts
          • 9:30 - 9:45 a.m. Program Concludes

          Pricing

          • Young Professional (age 30 and younger) Rate: $30. Request code from info@afpmass.org
          • AFP MA Member Rate: $40
          • Non-Member Rate: $50
          • Special rates are available for members of other AFP chapters, PGGNE, WID, and sponsors. For more information, please contact info@afpmass.org
          • Tributes start at $500

          Registration Instructions

          • To register, click the REGISTER button on the left
          • To access member rates, please log into your account using the email associated with your membership record before registering
          • Registration deadline: November 5, at 8:00 AM EST

          Important Information

          • The venue requires a valid ID at the building security check-in. Thank you in advance for following this protocol
          • Please indicate any dietary restrictions when you register
          • Refunds must be requested no later than one week before the program start time due to our commitments to the venue

          Sponsorship

          Event sponsorship opportunities, including complimentary registrations, are now available! For more details, click here or reach out to sponsorship@afpmass.org.

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          Association of Fundraising Professionals, Massachusetts Chapter

          60 Hickory Drive Suite 6100, Waltham, MA 02451 US

          • 27 Jan 2026
          • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
          • A webinar link will be emailed to each guest
          • 28
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          Presented by Shaïnah Faustin Laforest
          Fundraising & Engagement Strategist, Innovative Solving

          Transform your grant writing with an equity-centered, asset-based approach that highlights strengths over deficits. In this engaging session, you'll learn how to craft narratives that elevate community assets, address systemic barriers with sustainable solutions, and integrate inclusive, culturally responsive language. Walk away with practical tools to create compelling proposals that resonate with funders and drive lasting impact.

          Session Highlights

          • Learn to craft grant proposals that emphasize organizational and community strengths to support equity-focused fundraising

          • Explore how inclusive language and culturally responsive practices can enhance fundraising communications beyond grant writing

          • Discover strategies to align funding requests with equitable opportunities that support sustainable, community-centered impact

          Key Takeaways

          • Grant proposals that highlight organizational and community strengths are key to a more equity-focused fundraising strategy
          • How to implement the techniques used to integrate inclusive language and culturally responsive practices into grant narratives across various aspects of fundraising
          • Strategies for aligning grant applications with equitable funding opportunities to drive sustainable, cohesive and community-centered impact and systems-change

          Meet the Speaker

          Shaïnah Faustin Laforest is the Founder and Lead Fundraising & Engagement Strategist at Innovative Solving, where she partners with mission-forward organizations to reach their fundraising goals with an equity and asset-based focus. A recipient of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Fellowship, Shaïnah specializes in strategic grant processes, impactful engagement, and culturally responsive fundraising. Her early career in Education ignited her passion the social sector and continues to drive her approach to fundraising. Skilled in multiple languages—Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, and Swahili—she brings a fresh, equity-centered perspective to her work.

          Pricing

          • AFP MA Member Rate: $39
          • Non-Member Rate: $49
          • Special rates are available for members of other AFP chapters, PGGNE, WID, and sponsors. For more information, please contact info@afpmass.org

            Registration Instructions

            • To register, click the REGISTER button on the left.
            • To access member rates, please log into your account using the email associated with your membership record before registering
            • Registration deadline: January 26, at 9:00 AM EST

            Important Information:

            • Session will not be recorded
            • Refunds must be requested no later than 24 hours before the program start time
            • To avoid spam issues, please add AFP MA to your Safe Senders list and/or create a contact for (info@afpmass.orgin your email system 



            Full participation in Grant Writing with an Equity and Asset-Based Lens is applicable for 1.0 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.


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            Association of Fundraising Professionals, Massachusetts Chapter

            60 Hickory Drive Suite 6100, Waltham, MA 02451 US

            • 09 Feb 2026
            • 8:30 AM
            • 10 Feb 2026
            • 4:30 PM
            • University of Massachusetts Club Boston
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            University of Massachusetts Club
            One Beacon Street, 32nd Floor
            Boston, MA 02108

            Nonprofits today face complex leadership challenges, from evolving workplace dynamics and retiring senior staff to financial pressures and changing donor behavior. To succeed, organizations need strong, visionary leadership at all levels.

            This course is designed for fundraising professionals with 4+ years of experience who aim to step into leadership roles. Participants will learn how to project executive presence, navigate organizational structures, build trust, expand networks, and think strategically — skills essential for guiding their organizations to success.

            Taught by experienced leaders from the AFP Massachusetts community, this two-day, in-person program will equip you with the tools to elevate your career and your organization’s impact.

            Key topics include:

            • Understanding the differences between leadership and management
            • Sharpening communication skills for managing up and down
            • Building awareness of the organization’s culture and impact
            • Leveraging the power of persuasion within internal and external networks
            • Becoming more of a strategist and less of a tactician
            • Recruiting and empowering diverse teams
            • Nurturing your team to be high-performing, and effective

              The format of the program includes presentations, readings, group exercises, and guest appearances.

              Click here for the previous Course Schedule.

              Pricing

              • AFP MA Member Early Bird Rate: $495 (through December 31, 2025)
              • AFP MA Member Rate: $595
              • Non-Member Early Bird Rate: $595 (through December 31, 2025)
              • Non-Member Regular Rate: $695
              • Special rates are available for members of other AFP chapters, PGGNE, WID, and sponsors. For more information, please contact info@afpmass.org

              Registration Instructions

              • To register, click the REGISTER button on the left
              • To access member rates, please log into your account using the email associated with your membership record before registering
              • Registration deadline: February 2, at 8:00 AM EST

              Important Information

              • The venue requires a valid ID at the building security check-in. Thank you in advance for following this protocol
              • Please indicate any dietary restrictions when you register
              • Refunds must be requested no later than one week before the program start time due to our commitments to the venue

              Sponsorship
              Event sponsorship opportunities, including complimentary registrations, are now available! For more details, reach out to sponsorship@afpmass.org.



              Full participation in Emerging Leaders in Fundraising: Finding Your Voice is applicable for 10.75 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.



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