The Courage to Fundraise: What We Do, Why We Do It, and Why It Matters So Much
AFP-NYC Partner Webinar
What's the big deal about fundraising, it's just asking people for money/professional begging/sales/why-don't-you-ask-Oprah . . . How often have you heard comments like this and responded with something like "it's about relationships." While that's true, what does it really mean to be a fundraiser? Especially in the world we're working in now with so much pressure, declining retention rates, fewer households giving, and economic challenges making our work even harder.
In this session we're going to dig deep into what it means to be a fundraiser, why our work matters so much, and how fundraising isn't just generating revenue but is actually part of your organization's mission. You'll walk out of here not just rejuvenated and inspired - and laughing a bit - but with applicable knowledge of key trends in our profession, how to tackle them head-on, and the confidence that what you do as a fundraiser actually does change the world.
DATE:
Thursday, October 10, 2024
TIME:
12:00 PM Noon - 1:00 PM ET
LOCATION:
Zoom Webinar
SPEAKER:
T. Clay Buck
Founder and Principle, TCB Fundraising
Creator, The Fundraiser’s Planner
Co-Host, Fundraising is Funny Podcast
Clay (the “T.” is silent) has been developing organizations and advancing missions for over thirty years. He’s held just about every position in nonprofit fundraising and communications from Grant Writer to Chief Development Officer and everything in between. He’s a wide-eyed optimist about the power of generosity to change the world and focuses primarily on individual giving, strategic planning, teaching and training, storytelling, and building systems that support and empower successful, ethical fundraising. Clay is the founder and principal of TCB Fundraising, creator of the Fundraiser’s Planner, and co-host of the #1 ranked fundraising podcast “Fundraising is Funny.”
Clay holds a BA from the University of Georgia and a Master of Fine Arts from Michigan State University. He has been a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) for over 10 year and is a certified Master Trainer and Coach. He teaches fundraising, storytelling, and strategic planning at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where he was recognized with the Outstanding Faculty award and was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from AFP Las Vegas. He makes his home in Southern Nevada where he is owned by two Golden Retrievers who have mastered the art of the ask, especially at mealtimes.
Presented by AFP-NYC Annual Partner
