Join the YNPN ad hoc fundraising planning committee!

Calling all next gen fundraisers…Now is YOUR time to make a difference!

Do you have fundraising experience and are interested in getting more involved with YNPN San Diego but do not know how to help? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! In January 2009, YNPN San Diego will embark on a very exciting project—the development of our first fundraising plan! We are putting together a Ad Hoc Fundraising Committee to work on developing a plan that meets the needs of our membership. A well-designed and diverse fundraising plan will help to ensure that YNPN San Diego has the resources necessary to provide fun and thought-provoking events and programs to our members. This is sure to be a VERY exciting project and one that will help shape the future of YNPN San Diego and make a tremendous difference in the lives of hundreds of nonprofit professionals throughout San Diego County.

We are looking for individuals with the following qualifications:

• Knowledge and/or experience with developing fundraising plans
• Knowledge and/or resources pertaining to a specific aspect of fundraising (i.e. corporate giving, foundation funding, individual donors, etc.)
• Availability of January 12th through March 1st to help with the plan
  

The time commitment for committee members is minimal, but the rewards are high! The first conference call for the Ad Hoc Committee will be held on January 12th at 6:00pm. If you are interested in participating on the committee, please contact Caitlyn McTaggart at caitlynmctaggart@yahoo.com.

YNPN Dec 08 Meet and Greet a Success!

From board member, Emily Bhatti...

I wasn’t sure if doing a Meet and Greet in December would be such a good idea. I thought it would be great to get another one in before the end of the year, but people are so busy in December. Sometimes, it is amazing how things fall into place...

With a location secured within the first week of planning, things moved along very smoothly and I am thrilled with the results. We had a great time and I have heard so many positive comments that I know it was worth it. It is also getting easier to do these after having a couple of these events under the belt. You work out the kinks on the timeline/task sheet and people step up and things come together before you know it. The Palm was a great host and even provided some food and a fantastic staff.

I am really looking forward to next year. In January, the Meet and Greet Committee will be meeting to plan a calendar for all 2009 events. It’s a great opportunity to get everyone involved, everyone’s input, and plan far enough in advance so everyone can have it on their calendar. This is clearly something that the San Diego nonprofit community needs and it’s great to have such a positive response to these events.

THANK YOU to all of our in-kind donors and supporters!!!

To learn more about the Meet and Greet Committee, visit the YNPN San Diego website. To see pictures from the December Meet and Greet click here. We look forward to seeing you in 2009!

Thoughts? Questions? Comments? Dedications? Share your feedback here!

YNPN San Diego on LinkedIn, from Dan Buryj

Did you know that Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) San Diego is on LinkedIn?

This professional networking site provides an opportunity for YNPN San Diego members to network, post articles of interest, discussions, general questions, events, as well as share professional background and experience. Several members, including myself, use LinkedIn to connect individuals with known volunteer and employment opportunities. With nearly 70 group members, and thousands of connections, it's a great way to continue networking between Meet & Greets.

Join YNPN San Diego on LinkedIn! To learn more about YNPN San Diego's programs, visit out website.

~Dan Buryj, Board Member at Large