2025 Conference on Philanthropy

Name: 2025 Conference on Philanthropy
Start: 2025-11-13T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-13T17:30:00-05:00
Location: Pines Manor

Schedule

Thu Nov 13 2025 at 08:00 am to 05:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Pines Manor | Edison, NJ

Cutting-edge programs for fundraisers who are new to the profession through senior-level executives.
About this Event

Join your fundraising colleagues for our 2025 Conference on Philanthropy!
Our in-person conference includes programs for fundraisers who are new to the profession through senior-level executives. Enjoy a structured networking session during breakfast, where you can discuss current topics in our field, get feedback on pressing questions, and network with your fundraising colleagues.
Topics will include a variety of fundraising themes relevant in our ever-changing NJ fundraising landscape and beyond.
This year AFP-NJ will be again offering 30-minute executive coaching sessions with Professional Coaches. During these sessions, you will be able to discuss career opportunities, resume review, goal setting, etc. Each 30-minute session is $25 for AFP Members and $40 for Future Members and can be added to your conference registration by clicking “+Add Items” and add “Executive Coaching Sessions ( AFP Member or Future Member).”
Our valued Resource Partners and Sponsors will showcase cutting-edge products and a vast array of services designed to advance your organization's mission. If you or your organization is interested in becoming a Sponsor or Exhibitor, please click here to view our COP sponsor opportunities.
Early Bird Rates through October 17th:
AFP Members: $225 | Future Members: $275
Advanced Rates through November 8th
AFP Members: $275 | Future Members: $325
Final Registration Rates: Closes November 13th
AFP Members: $300 | Future Members: $350
Limited scholarships will be available to offset the cost of a full-day conference registration fee. Email [email protected] with your scholarship request detailing your reasoning for requesting the scholarship by September 30th.

Association of Fundraising Professionals, New Jersey Chapter (AFP-NJ ) accepts refund requests made in writing at least five (5) business days prior to the event. Registration fees are not refundable after this date. Nonrefundable ticket purchases may not be used as credits towards future AFP-NJ events.

Please reach out to the AFP-NJ office with any specific questions or concerns at [email protected] or 917.533.1450.

Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration/Breakfast/Networking
🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Morning Keynote - CE Credit: 1 pt (Pending Approval)
Host: Marcy Heim

Info: “Shine On: The Generosity Mindset Experience” – with original songs

🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Networking/Vendor/Sponsor Engagement
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Morning Breakout Sessions - CE Credit: 1 pt (Pending Approval)
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Networking/Vendor/Sponsor Engagement
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:45 PM
Luncheon Keynote - CE credit: 1.5 pts (Pending Approval)
Host: Laura Fredericks

Info: The 4 Asking Types – Which Are You?

🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Networking/Vendor/Sponsor Engagement
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Afternoon Breakout Sessions - CE Credit 1 pt (Pending Approval)
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Networking/Vendor/Sponsor Engagement
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Afternoon Breakout Sessions
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Cocktail Reception