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May 9, 2012 at 3:40 pm There is still time to register for the APRA-Metro DC Retreat on May 17th at the Nature Conservancy. Register online today!
APRA – Metro DC
www.aprametrodc.net
The Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement - Metro DC (APRA - Metro DC), is a local chapter of APRA International, an international organization for people interested in the field of prospect research. The goals of this chapter are to facilitate education about research, to act as a...
APRA Metro DC
April 18, 2012 at 12:19 pm Registration is live for our upcoming Retreat at the Nature Conservancy on May 17th visit http://www.aprametrodc.net/?page_id=45 to regiter
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www.aprametrodc.net
Join more than 100 fundraising research professionals in historic Fairfax, Virginia, host city of MARC 2012. Take advantage of peer-to-peer learning and sharing of best practices during this one-of-a-kind regional event.
APRA Metro DC
March 19, 2012 at 3:19 pm MARC 2012 Registration is now open! Early-bird prices end April 27, 2012 to login and register today!
APRA : MARC 2012: June 27-29, 2012 : Landing Page
www.aprahome.org
Join more than 100 fundraising research professionals in historic Fairfax, Virginia, host city of MARC 2012. Take advantage of peer-to-peer learning and sharing of best practices during this one-of-a-kind regional event.
APRA Metro DC
March 16, 2012 at 11:25 am APRA Metro DC shared a link.
MARC APRA Mid-Atlantic Researchers Conference | LinkedIn
www.linkedin.com
The 2012 Mid-Atlantic Researchers Conference is a regional conference that is supported by the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA International) and is...
Mid-Atlantic Researchers Conference
March 16, 2012 at 10:49 am Stay up to date on MARC 2012 via Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. LinkedIn (http://goo.gl/mkFGM); Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/MARCConf); Twitter (https://twitter.com/#!/MARC_12_Conf)
MARC APRA Mid-Atlantic Researchers Conference | LinkedIn
www.linkedin.com
The 2012 Mid-Atlantic Researchers Conference is a regional conference that is supported by the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA International) and is...
Mid-Atlantic Researchers Conference
March 16, 2012 at 10:48 am APRA Mid-Atlantic Research Conference Registration (MARC) is Open! Join us from June 27-29, 2012 at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. Early Bird pricing ends 4/27.
APRA Metro DC
March 1, 2012 at 5:55 pm APRA Metro DC shared a link.
APRA – Metro DC
www.aprametrodc.net
The Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement - Metro DC (APRA - Metro DC), is a local chapter of APRA International, an international organization for people interested in the field of prospect research. The goals of this chapter are to facilitate education about research, to act as a...
APRA Metro DC
March 1, 2012 at 5:34 pm SAVE the DATE
APRA Metro DC
March 1, 2012 at 5:34 pm at The Nature Conservancy.
APRA-Metro DC Prospect Research Retreat
APRA Metro DC
APRA-Metro DC will be offering a one-day Prospect Research retreat. We’d love to have your input in order to make this conference as interactive as possible. Please submit topics by March 12th that you would find helpful in our discussions and we look forward to seeing you at the conference!
*SAVE THE DATE*
APRA-Metro DC
presents
A One-Day Retreat
May 17, 2012
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Hosted by
The Nature Conservancy
4245 North Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203
Details to follow.
APRA Metro DC
February 21, 2012 at 4:12 pm Learned some neat stuff on the Foundation Center Tour today, they have a new site www.grantspace.org the best part is it's FREE!
GrantSpace
www.grantspace.org
GrantSpace, a service of the Foundation Center, offers information and resources that are specifically designed to meet the needs of grantseekers.
APRA Metro DC
February 13, 2012 at 10:25 am
Grand Opening Reception
Foundation Center’s new Cooperating Collection at the
University of the District of Columbia
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
4:00 pm--7:00 pm
Register at http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Washington-DC or call 202.331.1400
Washington, DC
grantspace.org
GrantSpace, a service of the Foundation Center, offers information and resources that are specifically designed to meet the needs of grantseekers.
APRA Metro DC
APRA-Metro DC has a new open board position!
APRA-Metro DC Conference Chair – Responsible for conferences including but not limited to an annual conference or other training program distinct from the regular programs. Plans and oversees conferences in accordance with general guidelines set forth by the Board at its first meeting of the year. Recruits a committee to organize and conduct conferences including recruiting speakers, finding a venue, and planning content. Assigns tasks and oversees progress. Reports on the work of the committee at the Annual Meeting. For external conferences, acts as chapter liaison and may add extra committees as required.
APRA-Metro DC is currently in the beginning phase of planning it's latest conference. Be a part of it and share your knowledge and insight! Work with a group of dedicated individuals who want to see the chapter grow and are excited about planning events for their fellow researchers.
Please contact president@aprametrodc.net or call 202-885-5923 for more information.
APRA Metro DC
January 12, 2012 at 5:33 pm two things I use almost everyday, RIP
Jerome Rubin, Helped Forge LexisNexis, Dies At 86
www.huffingtonpost.com
NEW YORK -- Jerome Rubin, who helped bring to market the commercial online research database today known as LexisNexis and the display technology behind millions of Amazon Kindles and other e-readers, has died in New York. He was 86.
Devon Villa Gessert
December 19, 2011 at 10:51 am Check out this interesting NYTimes article...focuses on prospect research. Very interesting!
Fund-Raising Taken to a New Level - Your Money
www.nytimes.com
Research on your fund-raising habits is now commonly used by organizations trying to entice you to donate or to give more.
Devon Villa Gessert
December 18, 2011 at 11:39 pm Interesting take on prospect research...
Fund-Raising Taken to a New Level - Your Money
www.nytimes.com
Research on your fund-raising habits is now commonly used by organizations trying to entice you to donate or to give more.
APRA Metro DC
November 17, 2011 at 11:19 am Wealth Engine is hosting a free Networking Round-table: Strategies for Growing your Fundraising Program 2012
Wednesday, December 14, 2011, 11AM - 2 PM
CASE HQ
1307 New York Ave, NW
RSVP at the link
Hope to see you there!
http://info.wealthengine.com/12.14.2011WashingtonDCLuncheon_Registration.html
info.wealthengine.com
We look forward to seeing you there. Confirm your attendance by completing the below form. You may contact Events Manager, Jeremy Woolf, with any questions at jwoolf@wealthengine.com or by phone at 240-744-4961.
APRA Metro DC
November 15, 2011 at 12:51 pm Prospect Research Analyst position available with public radio station, WAMU 88.5 Washington
Job Postings
jobs.american.edu
APRA Metro DC
Join APRA Metro DC for a brown bag today "Research in the Era of Social Media" Presented by Jay Frost noon at the Nature Consrvancy, near the Ballston Metro stop off of the orange line.
APRA Metro DC
October 11, 2011 at 2:40 pm at The Nature Conservancy.
Research in the Era of Social Media
APRA Metro DC
September 29, 2011 at 5:00 pm Buy 3 sessions get the 4th for free!
APRA Metro DC
September 23, 2011 at 9:54 am
Upcoming Events and Announcements
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2011 APRA Metro DC membership - - Join or renew for $25
Your local APRA chapter connecting you with colleagues…
Go to www.aprametrodc.net/membership to download the membership form and you can print a copy of the form to mail along with your payment by check.
A few of the benefits of membership…
- opportunities to network with your peers
- advanced notice prior to official event marketing
- access to speakers prior to events
- access to seating for events at small venues
- eligibility for professional development grants
- regional job announcements and career alerts
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APRA DC Chapter Happy Hour at Rumors Bar on October 27th @ 6pm
Contact and RSVP by October 26th:
Dan Creel - CREEL@cua.edu
All are welcome to join APRA DC for the celebration of our one year anniversary and kick-off to our new season! We welcome new members and welcome back the old members.
You will have the opportunity to meet your fellow area researchers, learn about upcoming chapter events, and volunteer opportunities.
Location:
Rumors Bar, 1900 M Street, 202-466-7378
Cost = Free
Appetizers will be provided and a cash bar will be available.
More details about this event and others at our website - www.aprametrodc.net
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"Research in the Era of Social Media”
An APRA Metro DC brown bag presentation on November 3rd @ Noon
Contact and RSVP by October 28:
Devon Villa Gessert - dvg@american.edu
Presenter: Jay Frost, a 25-year veteran of the world of philanthropy.
Welcome and Introductions: Jon Thorsen, Director of Advancement Services at The Nature Conservancy and former president of APRA.
Location:
The Nature Conservancy, 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Our friends at The Nature Conservancy will be providing a selection of drinks and cookies for dessert!
More details about the event at our website - www.aprametrodc.net
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Looking to get more involved?
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Please contact Devon Villa Gessert at President@aprametrodc.net for more information about any of the above!
Please contact us if you would like to be added or removed from the APRA Metro DC Mailing list, or if there is someone more appropriate to contact.
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APRA Metro DC
September 20, 2011 at 9:58 am Another great online tool from a leader in Prospect Research
The Rich List - Helen Brown Group
www.helenbrowngroup.com
Last week I had the pleasure of welcoming two new colleagues into the Helen Brown Group. The fundraising world being as small as it is, you never kn...
APRA Metro DC
September 12, 2011 at 12:37 pm Thought the Researchers out there might find these formulas helpful
Net Worth/Gift Capacity Formulas
www.siuf.org
Gift Capacity Based on Net Worth Formulas Formula Rationale: In The Association of Fund Raising Professionals Greater NY Chapter Annual Fund Raising Day NY Conference on June 23, 2003 Melinda J. Papowitz, Director for Research, Yale Univ. Office of Development, cited industry standards for cal...
APRA Metro DC
September 6, 2011 at 4:06 pm APRA Metro DC shared a link.
Careers with Mal Warwick Associates - Mal Warwick Associates
www.malwarwick.com
Focus areas include direct mail and telephone fundraising, legacy marketing, online communications, and major gift programs.
APRA Metro DC
September 2, 2011 at 9:46 am APRA Metro DC shared a link.
APRA Metro DC
Stay tuned for news about upcoming events planned for this Fall
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