AFP Nashville Affinity Groups

AFP Nashville Affinity Groups meet virtually for 45-60 minutes every quarter over Zoom during lunch to discuss relevant topics. They are free to attend and open to AFP members, prospective members, and guests.


Seasoned professionals affinity group

Highlighting challenges for those who’ve been in fundraising for 10+ years.

Topic: Evaluating potential partnerships and Maximizing your relationship with funders

Date: October 24, 2024

Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Location: Zoom

Facilitator: Judi North, M.Ed., M.S.

Guest Contributor: Patrick McAnally VP & Director of Community and Civic Engagement at AllianceBernstein


Major Gifts affinity group

Actionable insights on how to master donor cultivation.

Date: Next Meeting TBD

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Location: Zoom

Facilitators: Lisa Spelta, Director, Major Gifts at the Nashville Rescue Mission & Natasha Spears, Co-Executive Director at The International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD)


New(ISH) Fundraisers affinity group

Insightful discussions on challenges, trade insights, effective management, and more, for those with less than 5 years of fundraising experience.

Date: Next Meeting TBD

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Location: Zoom

Facilitators: Chris Stenstrom, Grant Writer & Development Consultant at The Frist Museum & Sky Coakley, Individual Giving Manager at PENCIL