AFP Texas Plains Chapter

💡 Looking for fresh stewardship ideas that won't break the budget?

Join Brittny Lee, Director of Annual Giving at West Texas A&M University, for "Stewardship on a Budget" at the Empowering Through Education Conference on June 16.

This practical session will explore affordable, creative, and effective ways to engage donors and strengthen relationships through meaningful stewardship. Whether you're building a stewardship program from the ground up or looking to enhance your current efforts, you'll leave with ideas you can put into action right away.

Register for the conference TODAY: https://community.afpnet.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/local-conference

A special thank you to Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation for supporting the Empowering Through Education Conference as an Advocate Sponsor!

The generosity of our sponsors helps make high-quality professional development, networking, and educational opportunities possible for fundraising professionals across our region. We are grateful for HCHF's commitment to strengthening philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.

Thank you for helping us empower fundraising professionals through education! Register for the conference TODAY at: https://community.afpnet.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/local-conference

🌟 Conference Scholarships Available! 🌟

We believe professional development should be accessible to everyone. Thanks to the generous support of the Mary E. Bivins Foundation, a limited number of scholarships are available to cover registration for the AFP Texas Plains Philanthropy Conference on June 16.

Interested in learning more? Contact Lisa Lloyd at 806-437-9485 to discuss scholarship opportunities.

Huge thank you to the Mary E. Bivins Foundation for this amazing generosity in supporting fellow development professionals in accessing support and resources in the nonprofit field!

🌟 We're excited to announce our keynote speaker for this year's conference, Ashby Dawson, CFP®, AAMS®! 🌟

Join us on June 16 as Ashby shares insights on the evolving role of financial advisors in strategic philanthropy and how nonprofits can build stronger partnerships that maximize charitable impact and deepen donor relationships.

⏰ EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS TODAY! Register now and join us for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration as we focus on Empowering Through Education.

REGISTER: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/empowering-through-education-conference--2026

🌟 Join us for the AFP Texas Plains Chapter Philanthropy Conference: Empowering Through Education!

Whether you are new to fundraising or a seasoned development professional, this conference is designed to strengthen your skills, inspire new ideas, and connect you with others who are passionate about philanthropy and community impact.

📍 Arts in the Sunset – Amarillo, TX
📅 Tuesday, June 16
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM + Happy Hour to follow

🎟 Early bird rates available through June 3:
• Members: $55
• Non-Members: $75

We can’t wait to learn and grow together. Register here! https://community.afpnet.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/local-conference

‼️LAST CALL FOR NOMINATIONS ‼️

Nominations for NPD 2026 are due this Friday! For more information or to submit your nomination, visit: https://community.afpglobal.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/npd/npdnominations

ONE WEEK REMINDER! Submit your nominations for NPD 2026 by end of day next Friday, May 29th. For more details, visit: https://community.afpglobal.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/npd/npdnominations

Good news — nominations for the National Philanthropy Day Awards have been extended!

Help us recognize the outstanding individuals, businesses, foundations, and volunteers who are making a lasting impact in our communities. Categories include Outstanding Philanthropist, Outstanding Foundation, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser, and more.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate generosity and service across the Texas Plains region. Learn more at this link: https://community.afpglobal.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/npd/npdnominations

Questions? Contact Tim Bynum at [email protected]

⏰ ONLY TWO DAYS LEFT ⏰

Help us recognize the incredible individuals, organizations, and volunteers making a difference across the Texas Plains through philanthropy!

Nominations for the 2026 National Philanthropy Day Luncheon close in TWO DAYS. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate those who are changing our community for the better.

Submit your nominations today at the link below!
https://community.afpglobal.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/npd/npdnominations

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN for the AFP Texas Plains Chapter Philanthropy Conference: Empowering Through Education!

Join us in Amarillo for a day dedicated to professional growth, networking, and advancing philanthropy across our communities.

✨ Six educational breakout sessions
✨ Networking with fundraising professionals from across the region
✨ Practical tools and strategies you can put to work immediately
✨ Happy Hour to follow the conference

We can’t wait to learn and grow together. Register today at the link below!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/empowering-through-education-conference--2026