Verde Valley AZ (March 17, 2016) – Organizations that qualify for state tax credits will not want to miss the Northern Arizona Chapter program of the Association of Fundraising Professionals on April 15. Traditional “Tax Day” is the perfect time to learn more about Arizona State tax credits and the Verde Valley Tax Credit Coalition. The program will be held 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at Spectrum Healthcare’s Community Room at 8 E. Cottonwood St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326. Lunch is included. Cost is $15 for AFP members and $20 for non members.
Tania Simms, executive director of Habitat for Humanity in Cottonwood helped organize a local coalition of nonprofit organizations in the Verde Valley that qualify for tax credits. Opportunities still exist for local organizations that might partner in the marketing effort for tax credits. Come and learn about this new coalition and determine whether it is an effort that might benefit your nonprofit organization. Devonna McLaughlin, executive director of Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona will also present on the success of the Flagstaff Tax Credit Coalition.
Participants will also learn about the benefits of AFP membership. John McTurk, the chapter’s vice president for membership will share how AFP provides information and data on the best and most successful fundraising practices. AFP membership is perfect for fundraising professionals who want to gain the knowledge necessary to advance their fundraising efforts, careers, and pursue credentials.
To register contact Judi Smith at (928) 282-2042 or email: jasmith@azfoundation.org. The deadline to register is April 11. To register online go to: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ecebu593755c94b6&llr=duw6bcjab
The Association of Fundraising Professionals represents 30,000 fundraisers in more than 222 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education, ethics, and certification programs. AFP chapters provide opportunities for professional development, networking, and career advancement. For membership information please go to: and click on AFP Membership.