Connect & Caffeinate - Join us in Cambridge on February 25, 2026

Our launch sessions have had an incredible response, with limited space filling quickly — and we’re excited to keep the momentum going. Join us for our next gathering, share with a colleague, and save the date!

This 90-minute meetup combines a short, focused presentation with facilitated small-group conversations — designed for learning, sharing, and real connection.

FREE – Space is limited!
BYOC – Bring Your Own Coffee (no café onsite)

A heartfelt thank you to our series supporter, Waterloo Region Community Foundation, for their generous support of AFP Golden Horseshoe Connect & Caffeinate gatherings across Waterloo Region.

A special thank you as well to Jessica Halls and Heritage College and Seminary for generously hosting this gathering.
WHAT TO EXPECT

CFRE: Why It Matters
Featuring Ed Sluga, CFRE, President and Managing Consultant at PGgrowth Inc.

This session will explore:

• The value of CFRE certification in today’s fundraising landscape
• Practical insights on professional credibility and career impact
• Peer discussion and open Q&A on whether, when, and why CFRE may be right for you

Whether you’re considering the designation, actively pursuing it, or simply curious about its impact, this conversation will offer honest perspectives and real-world insights.

Peer Discussion & Networking
Connect with fellow fundraisers in a relaxed, supportive environment and share experiences, questions, and takeaways with colleagues from across Waterloo Region and beyond. We’d love to see you there.

This event is for AFP Golden Horseshoe members and future members — please share with your local network!

P.S. Want to help bring fundraisers together across Waterloo Region, Cambridge, or Guelph? We’re looking for our next host. Reply and tell us about your space and max capacity, and let’s make a future gathering unforgettable!

Ed Sluga, CFRE, is the President and Co-Founder of PGgrowth Inc. Ed is one of Canada’s most experienced Planned Giving professionals. An innovator and thought leader in the sector for over 25 years, Ed has helped hundreds of organizations develop and benefit from long-term, sustainable, and proactive fundraising and Planned Giving programs.
Ed is the co-author of along with Peter Barrow, host of the PGgrowth Planned Giving podcast, Professor with the Humber College Fundraising Management Program and has been a regular presenter of the AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course for the past 7 years.

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