Mary D.B.T. Semans, 1920-2012

Our philanthropic community has lost a leading light in the passing of Mary D.B.T. Semans, whose leadership and vision will be deeply missed. May her legacy continue to inspire us.

2012 Philanthropy Forecast

Keynote Speaker Michael Walden

The third annual Philanthropy Forecast will help kick-off your new fund-raising year with updates from many leaders in the non-profit and corporate world. The keynote luncheon speaker will be Michael Walden, William Neal Distinguished Professor and Economist at NC State University. He is often quoted in statewide media as a leading authority on the state of North Carolina’s economy. His presentation will include a 2012 economic forecast with special emphasis on its impact for non-profit organizations.

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January President’s Column

Genevieve Joseph, AFP Triangle President

It’s a New Year for AFP Triangle – Get Involved in Your Chapter in 2012

As I write this first message as your chapter President for 2012 and reflect on my involvement with AFP Triangle over the last six years, I can think of so many ways that I’ve been enriched through my participation with AFP. perhaps parts of my story are similar to many of yours:

I joined AFP Triangle in 2006 and began attending monthly breakfast meetings regularly. Before becoming a development officer I was a nonprofit program director, writing grant funding proposals to support the programs I managed. When I joined the chapter I didn’t know anyone. Attending meetings and networking with other professionals in the field, I quickly felt that I “belonged,”… Click here to read more.