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In this Issue

  Don't Force Diversity on Donors Who Can't Relate
  Timeless Lessons From an Old Book
  Diversity Ambassadors:
  Emissaries for Understanding
  Philanthropy Through the Eyes of Young Artists
  Career Track Profile
 
 
 

Birgit Smith BurtonDon't Force Diversity on Donors Who Can't Relate

By Birgit Smith Burton

A 20-year veteran of fundraising, Birgit Burton has impressive credentials in the areas of diversity and philanthropy. She relates her firsthand experiences and discusses important realities she has witnessed in her career.

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Learn and share—Did you miss the Diversity Workshop at last year's International Conference? Lucky for you the talented consultant and author Tracy Brown is returning this year for a fresh, interactive and motivating session. Click here to register for the AFP International Conference on Fundraising and be sure to attend the workshop on Sunday, March 30, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Joseph K. Goepfrich, CFRE

Timeless Lessons From an Old Book

By Joseph K. Goepfrich, CFRE

Trust is a key component to any fundraising relationship, and it comes from understanding the experiences, opinions, culture and perspectives of the people we serve. AFP Diversity Committee Chair Joseph Goepfrich relates the classic wisdom of Aesop's Fables to the ability to cultivate new and deeper relationships with donors

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Diversity Ambassadors: Emissaries for Understanding

By Kay C. Peck, CFRE; Samuel N. Gough, Jr., CFRE; and José Lopez

Studies indicate that there will be quantum changes in the demographic composition of the United States in the next few decades. AFP believes that the philanthropic sector must be cognizant of these changes and it must adjust according to the priorities and the interests of the people served. The AFP Diversity Ambassadors program, part of AFP's larger mission in diversity, seeks to better understand the needs of underserved groups. Read more about the programs and resources of the AFP Diversity Committee in this article.

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First-place artwork by Ellen Maley, 7th grade, Rancho del Rey Middle School, Chula Vista, Calif.Philanthropy Through the Eyes of Young Artists

For the tenth year, the AFP Diversity Committee, with the generous support of The Alford Group, will offer an art showcase spotlighting youth art, a local artist and the artwork and poetry of AFP members, all on view at the AFP International Conference in San Diego. Learn how you can submit your own work to the Diversity Art Showcase.

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Calling all writers: If you enjoy meeting new people, conducting interviews and writing about what you learn, then write for Kaleidoscope! Contact John Skendall at jskendall@afpnet.org to sign up. This is your chance to increase diversity awareness.

Juan Calixto, CFRECareer Track Profile - Juan Calixto, CFRE

By Elaine Voci, Ph.D

Juan Calixto has spent 19 years in nonprofit organizations serving Latino communities in Chicago. Read what his upbringing and professional fundraising experience has taught him about the value of cultivating donors and staff of diverse backgrounds.

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