November AFP Nonprophet Prophet

Volume 11, No. 11 P. O. Box 40386, Memphis, TN 38174-0386 November 2009

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The Monthly Luncheon for November is

The National Philanthropy Day & 2009 Crystal Awards

November 19, 2009 at the Holiday Inn, University of MemphisCeremony begins at 11:45 a.m.

Emcee: Joe Birch, WMC-TV Memphis, Action News 5

Spirit of Philanthropy Award: Delores Kinsolving

Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year: Mary Shainberg

Outstanding Volunteer

Fundraiser: Joe Birch

Outstanding Philanthropic Organization:

Carnival Memphis

Outstanding Corporation: Comtrak Logistics, Inc.

Outstanding Fundraising

Executive: J. J. Doughtie

Outstanding Executive Leader: Jim Boyd

Luncheon invitations were mailed by October 19th. To pay by credit card, register online at www.afpmemphis.org. Otherwise, complete and return the RSVP card along with your check to the address indicated on the invitation. Please direct inquiries to [email protected] or call (901) 255-1705 to leave a call-back number on the chapter voicemail line.

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October: Le Bonheur Children’s

Medical Center

We had an excellent presenta-tion from Kavanaugh Casey, Meri Armour, and Jennilyn Utkov on how the hospital planned for and exceded its $100 million goal to build a new Le Bonheur. It was a valuable insight on how all areas of a nonprofit organi-zation can come together for a more-than-successful out-come, with benefits for all ar-eas of the organization.

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New Member Discount!

National Philanthropy Day is fast-approaching. On page 4, please note the National Philanthropy Day discount coupon. This is a coupon of-fered each year for new, Ac-tive memberships in AFP. It is being offered through No-vember 30, 2009. The cou-pon must be attached to the new member application as refunds will not be given af-ter the fact.

Please feel free to make ad-ditional copies of this coupon as you need them for multiple members of your organiza-tion!

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Our appreciation to Christian Brothers University and to the Com-munity Foundation of Greater Memphis for their ongoing support and the use of their facilities for our luncheon and board meetings.

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We need your support of our distinctive major event! Please consider sponsoring a table or purchasing an ad in the program – or both! Forms are available at the end of this newsletter for both options. Act now!

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Welcome New Members!

Susan Carter

Julia McDonaldDevelopment Manager

ArtsMemphis

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Nonprofit Job Bank

See the newest job postings at www.afpmemphis.org.

If you have a job opening and would like help getting the

word out, consider using the AFP website to post your position.

OEG Fundraising Conference - Date Change

The OEG conference originally scheduled for Oct. 27, 2009 at the Fogelman Executive Conference Center and Holiday Inn at the UofM has been moved to Nov. 17. Attend one session or several. AFP-Memphis member Jeni Ste-phens is one of the presenters!

For more information or to regis-ter, go to: http://www.oegconfer-ences.com/memphis.php

AFP & The Nonprofit Resource Center at the Memphis Library

Each month, our chapter makes a gift of a book to the Nonprofit Resource Center, located in the main branch of the Memphis Public Library. A bookplate is placed inside the front cover acknowledging that the book was given in honor of that month’s luncheon speaker.

As you can see from the list below, these are valuable re-sources for any development professional. Furthermore, many of the books were purchased because they are on the reading list for the CFRE examination. It is a another way that AFP-Memphis tries to provide educational and professional tools to both the membership and the com-munity. These are the books donated in 2009:

Conducting A Successful Annual Giving ProgramKent E. Dove

Conducting A Successful Capital CampaignKent E. Dove

Conducting A Successful Fundraising ProgramKent E. Dove

Developing Major Gifts: Turning Small Donors into Big Contributors

Laura FredricksFund-Raising Fundamentals, 2nd ed.

James GreenfieldMajor Donors: Finding Big Gifts in Your

Database and OnlineTed Hart and James Greenfield

The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management, 2nd ed., AFP Fund Development seriesThe Fundraising Feasibility Study:

It's Not About the MoneyAFP Fund Development seriesNonProfit Law Made Easy

Bruce HopkinsCharitable Giving Law Made Easy

Bruce R. Hopkins

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20 Questions with Brenda PearsonEach newsletter we like to get to know one of our members a little better through a series of 20 questions. This month, Brenda Pearson shares a few details on both a personal and professional level.

1. Full name (people know you as)? Brenda Pearson2. Date & place of birth? Paducah, KY3. How long have you lived in the area? 30 years4. Occupation? Director of Development, Southern College of Optometry5. Who was your most influential role model? I have 2: my older brother & sister.6. Favorite place to go, favorite trip, hike, etc.? The beach & Charleston, SC7. Favorite local business? Jarrett’s Restaurant8. Favorite food? Homemade Butter Pecan Ice Cream9. Favorite book? The Shack10. Favorite movie? Young Frankenstein11. What do you waste your money on? Recently, eyewear12. What is the craziest & most adventurous thing you have done? Float the Colorado River13. What is your fondest memory? Christmas morning with my siblings14. If you could change one thing about Memphis what would it be? The divisiveness generated by the politicians15. What do you think makes Memphis a good place to live? The incredible kindness and generosity the Memphis community offers to those in need, regardless of the reason for the need.16. Tell me about one hidden Memphis treasure others should know about? Playhouse on the Square17. What do you do to de-stress? Listen to Smooth Jazz18. If you were to try any other profession for one day, what would it be? ER Physician19. What is one fundraising best practice you can share with AFP membership? Getting out from behind my desk to visit face to face and cultivating the relationship with donors.20. Complete this sentence: Brenda Pearson is trying to remain a child at heart.

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Calendar of Nonprofit EventsAFP posts these events as a service to its members and is not responsible for the accuracy of the information provided.

Send relevant information about nonprofit events to [email protected].

November 20095 - Facing History and Ourselves Memphis Benefit Dinner, The Peabody Hotel, 6:00 pm

7 - Church Health Center’s 13th annual Race for Grace 5K walk/run, 9 am at Shady Grove Presbyterian Church. Register online at http://raceforgrace.racesonline.com/ 12 - Art from the Heart of Page Robbins, 7 pm Auction of Participant Artwork, Coffee, Desserts and Champagne at Memphis National Golf Club

15 - EJ’s 5K and 1 mile Family run/walk to benefit BRIDGES and Temple Israel, 2:00 pm at Temple Israel, 1376 E Massey Rd. Call 260-3779 for more info.

19 - National Philanthropy Day Crystal Awards Luncheon, Holiday Inn, U of M

20 - Methodist Healthcare Foundation 8th Annual Cancer Center Luncheon featuring Academy Award and Golden Globe-winning actress/director, Kathy Bates, 11:45 am - The Peabody Hotel Grand Ball room. Call 516-0500 for information.

February 20106 - Page Robbins Adult Day Care Center Dance for the Memories Gala, 6:30 pm, The Esplanade

13 - Works of Heart Valentine Art Auction benefiting the Child Advocacy Center, at Memphis College of Art

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2009 Crystal Awards &

National Philanthropy DayAdvertisement Form

Black and White Only

1/4 Page Ad (2-1/4” high x 4-7/8” wide) -- $100.00

1/2 Page Ad (3-3/4” high x 4-7/8” wide) -- $250.00

Full Page Ad (7-3/4” high x 4-7/8” wide) -- $500.00

Name

Organization/Company

Address

City State Zip

Phone e-mail

Please reply by October 15th in order to ensure your listing and/or logo in the printed program.

Please enclose check for with this form and mail to:

AFP MemphisP.O. Box 40386

Memphis, TN 38174-0386

Ads should be sent to:

J. J. DoughtieFoxbridge Assisted Living Community

2180 Mangum RoadMemphis, TN 38134

(901) [email protected]

Thank you for helping advance philanthropy in Memphis!

2009 Crystal Awards &

National Philanthropy DaySponsorship Form

Gold Sponsor - $1,500Includes: Table for 10 Premiere table location Special signage Recognition from podium and full page ad (7-3/4” high x 4-7/8” wide) Table Signage

Silver Sponsor - $1,000Includes: Table for 10 Second tier table location Signage Recognition from podium and half page ad (3-3/4” high x 4-7/8” wide) Table Signage

Bronze Sponsor - $500Includes: Table for 10 Listing in printed program Table Signage

Name

Organization/Company

Address

City State Zip

Phone e-mail

Please reply by October 15th in order to ensure your listing and/or logo in the printed program.

Please enclose check for selected sponsor level and mail with this form to:

AFP Memphis, P.O. Box 40386, Memphis, TN 38174-0386

Ads should be sent to: J. J. DoughtieFoxbridge Assisted Living Community

2180 Mangum RoadMemphis, TN 38134

(901) [email protected]

Thank you for helping advance philanthropy in Memphis!