AFP Southern Colorado upcoming events

AFP SOCO Webinar: CFRE Prep with Jack Alotto (Tuesday, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join us for an engaging and practical webinar designed to help fundraising professionals confidently prepare for the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential.

Led by Jack Alotto, this session will equip you with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to take the next step in your fundraising career. With decades of experience across healthcare, social services, and the arts, Jack has trained and mentored fundraisers nationwide and led CFRE study groups and review courses to support professionals on their certification journey.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore CFRE certification or actively preparing for the exam, this webinar will help you better understand the process, identify key knowledge areas, and build a study plan that works for you.

Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Time 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Location: Zoom

AFP SOCO Breakfast and Learn: Portfolio Management (Thursday, June 25, 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Managing a portfolio of donors effectively is essential for building meaningful relationships and maximizing fundraising impact. Join Rob Faughnan, Senior Consultant with The Giving Collaborative, Kate Faricy Maiurro, Executive Director of the Memorial Hospital Foundation, and Eric Scofield, SVP of Community Impact for Norwood Development Group, for a practical and engaging Breakfast & Learn focused on donor portfolio management.

Eric will start us off with an encouraging message on the importance of philanthropy in our community, followed by Rob and Kate, who will share best practices for building and maintaining a strategic donor portfolio, including how to determine the right portfolio size, prioritize prospects, and balance cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation. Participants will gain actionable strategies for organizing their fundraising efforts, strengthening donor relationships, and increasing philanthropic results.

Whether you are new to major gifts or looking to refine your portfolio strategy, this session will provide valuable insights you can apply immediately.

AFP SOCO Networking Mixer (Thursday, July 23, 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Whether you're a seasoned fundraiser looking to expand your professional network or just considering a career in fundraising, join us for this morning coffee networking experience. You’ll get a unique opportunity to connect with individuals from all backgrounds and experience levels and forge meaningful relationships within the fundraising community.