Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference

Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference Frequently Asked Questions

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is the professional association of individuals responsible for generating philanthropic support for a wide variety of nonprofit, charitable organizations. AFP represents more than 26,000 fundraisers in 170 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs. The Association fosters development and growth of fundraising professionals and promotes high ethical standards in the fundraising profession. The Connecticut and Fairfield County Chapters of AFP represent more than four hundred charitable fundraisers in the state. AFP was formerly the National Society of Fund Raising Executives.

Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference

The Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference is a day-long forum engaging philanthropists, donors, volunteers and development professionals in educational workshops and presentations advancing philanthropy across the State of Connecticut.

Philanthropy Day Conference Sponsors

The Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference is sponsored by the Connecticut and Fairfield County Chapters of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). The statewide conference is underwritten with generous financial support of civic-minded corporations, including (names).

Who, What, Where, When of the Philanthropy Conference

The Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference will be conducted on Thursday, November 6, 2003 at the Ramada Plaza Hotel (275 Research Parkway) in Meriden, Connecticut.

2003 Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference Theme

Now, more than ever . . .

Noted songwriter Marvin Hamlisch wrote the music and lyrics for “Now, More Than Ever” in 1993 in honor of National Philanthropy Day. AFP chapters have permission to use the words and music in concert with Philanthropy Conference promotion. The lyrics celebrate the tradition of giving and sharing which has made American the country it is. Philanthropy has been a fire hot enough to forge a country like America and it remains a passion powerful enough to bind it together today.

SYMPHONY MUSIC DIRECTOR

TO KEY “NOTE” FUNDRAISING CONFERENCE

Stamford Symphony Orchestra Music Director Roger Nierenberg will keynote the 2003 Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference on Thursday, November 6 at the Ramada Plaza Hotel (275 Research Parkway) in Meriden, Connecticut. A dynamic figure at the podium, Nierenberg is the creator of The Music Paradigm, which uses a symphony orchestra to convey effective management techniques applicable to a dynamic organization.

Hosted by the Connecticut and Fairfield County Chapters of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, the conference brings together leaders of the region’s philanthropic community under the banner “Now, More Than Ever”. Philanthropists, donors, volunteers and development professionals will participate in educational workshops and presentations designed to advance philanthropy across the state.

Roger Nierenberg has been the Music Director of the Stamford Symphony Orchestra since 1980, and is an authority on organizational dynamics. Using the metaphor of an orchestra, Nierenberg has developed a successful educational program, called The Music Paradigm, in which he orchestrates the entire system of a team and takes his audience on an unusual and instructional journey of skill-building and leadership training. Since its inception in 1995, The Music Paradigm sessions have been held for major companies, leading financial institutions and global consulting firms worldwide.

Nierenberg is entering his farewell season with the Stamford Symphony Orchestra. Prior to the SSO, Roger led the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra in Florida, where he established a special reputation for his highly successful collaborations with many of today’s outstanding soloists and composers. He has been a guest conductor for performances in some of the world’s most prominent music festivals and recorder with the London Philharmonic Orchestra on Sony Classical Records.

For More Information Contact:

Richard Foot, Chair, Communications Committee

Association of Fundraising Professionals Fairfield County Chapter
Post Office Box 190 Westport, CT 06881-0190
Tel: (203) 226-8981 Ext. 107

Internet: foot@westportymca.org

Connecticut Philanthropy Day Conference