Central PA/MD and Big East Chapters - Northeast Regional Fall Gathering
Sept. 17 & 18, 2009
All registered attendees of the Northeast Regional Gathering will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FULL SCHOLARSHIP* to the 2010 ALDE International Educational Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Last minute registration is still available!!! There are only 5 spots left so don't wait until it's too late!
*NERG Scholarship includes ALDE conference fees only and does not include travel, hotel or additional expenses related to the ALDE International Educational Conference. Winner must register for ALDE International Educational Conference by January 8, 2010 to receive the NERG scholarship. NERG scholarship cannot be used in conjunction with any other scholarship to the ALDE National Conference.
Registration is now closed! Click here to get more info.
Budgets are tight, resources are limited and it’s always challenging to justify time away from the office. Due to the current economic climate, many organizations are looking for ways to reduce expensive travel costs and conference fees.
The Big East and Central PA/MD chapters of ALDE have come together to offer a jam-packed regional gathering for development professionals trying to raise dollars in difficult times. Take advantage of this reduced-cost educational opportunity. Register now for this great 1-day educational conference, featuring keynote speaker Lona Farr, Ph.D. There is something for everyone. Learning opportunities are designed for all levels, from beginner to advanced development professionals. Space is limited ... sign up today!
Who?
ALDE Members (and friends)
What?
Second (sort of)
Annual Northeast Regional Fall Gathering
When?
Sept. 17 & 18
Where?
The beautiful
Bryn Mawr Conference Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Why?
Up close and personal ... Intense, small group, learning and sharing sessions ...
topics include -
- In MyFace (or is it Spacebook?) - Using Social Media to Raise Funds
- Why Does the Phone Weigh So Much (taking action to get that donor appointment)
- Are you Getting the Low Hanging Fruit? ... Pick Planned Giving
- Preparing Yourself (and your donor) for THE ASK
- Fundraising in Difficult Financial Times (the latest data and best practices)
- and lots more!
Keynote Speaker - Lona Farr, Ph.D., ACFRE
For the past 35 years, Lona has helped organizations raise more than $385 million. She is a member of the adjunct faculty of Villanova University, an AFP master teacher and has been designated a Faculty Star by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE.) Come ... listen ... and learn from some of the best professionals in the field!
Questions? Contact Roger Dow, rdow@thewartburg.org.