Solicitation Showdown - The Ultimate Fundraising Challenge!

Event: The Solicitation Showdown
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Avenue, Garden City

AFP Long Island is thrilled to announce a brand new, high-stakes competition designed to celebrate and elevate the critical skill of donor solicitation.

This dynamic event will feature four top fundraisers from our community, each prepared to make a live solicitation to a mock donor. The Solicitation Showdown promises an evening of professional development, strategic insights, and thrilling competition. It's an unparalleled opportunity to learn, network, and recognize excellence in the field of philanthropy.

Come back to this page as this exciting event takes shape. Our latest news:

Two judges already on board:

Randy Shubin Dresher, Island Harvest

Theresa Regnante - United Way of Long Island

Our first contestant:

Chris Scarpati - Director of Development at Stony Brook

SAVE THE DATE - February 25 - Long Island Children's Museum

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