“We hired Alice to do a fundraising analysis at our organization, including conducting focus group research for us. She and her partner Jim did an excellent job conducting the group interviews, gathering data, and reporting back to us with both the results and recommendations. While most of the information was just as we suspected, having someone like Alice there to conduct the research professionally, followed by a professionally-provided recommendations, was just what we needed to present to the "powers that be" in regards to our recommended direction. I have actually known Alice for many years as both a consultant and a professional colleague, and she is a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend and would be happy to work with her again.”
Alice Ferris, CFRE, ACFRE
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
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500+ connections
About
Advanced Certified Fundraising Executive specializing in helping small to medium sized…
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My April “Message from the President” for AFP Western PA Chapter. Raise your hand if this scenario hits close to home: You're at a social…
My April “Message from the President” for AFP Western PA Chapter. Raise your hand if this scenario hits close to home: You're at a social…
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Handwritten cards are my love language. I love going to the store and shop for them. I go out of my way to make the lines at the post office for…
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Education
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business
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Activities and Societies: Minority Graduate Students in Business, Graduate Business Association
Co-President of Minority Graduate Students in Business; member of inaugural Student Ambassadors program for the grand opening year of Grainger Hall; double major in management and accounting with emphasis on nonprofit tax issues.
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Activities and Societies: University Theatre, Ballroom Dance Team
Double major in Radio-TV-Film and Economics. President of UW Ballroom Dance Recreational Sports Team. Worked at Wisconsin Public Television and University Theater during studies, as well as serving as producer for local radio talk show on weekends.
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Activities and Societies: Yearbook, National Honor Society
Editor in Chief of Westward Ho! yearbook; President of National Honor Society; student assistant for Mass Media class; one of three student judges for the 1987 American Children's Television Awards (the "Ollies")
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Communication Arts Program (CAPS) Advisory Board Member
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Present 4 years 8 months
Education
Help develop resources and promote opportunities for University of Wisconsin-Madison Communication Arts students. Co-chair the Careers/Internships committee.
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Associate Member
Rogare - The Fundraising Think Tank
- Present 3 years 3 months
Education
Support the efforts of Rogare to expand the body of knowledge in fundraising, philanthropic leadership, and ethics.
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Advisory Board Member
Bolz Center for Arts Administration
- 6 years
Education
Providing advice and counsel for the staff and faculty of the Bolz Center and for the masters candidates in the program.
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Board Member (Chair, 2015-17)
AFP ACFRE Credentialing Board
- 7 years
Education
The ACFRE Credentialling Board works to review and evaluate candidates seeking their Advanced Certified Fundraising Executive credential, promote the credential and its certificants, and provide advanced level educational opportunities for ACFRE candidates and potential candidates.
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Board Member
CFRE International
- 4 years
Supports and promote the CFRE credential as an important way for fundraising professionals to demonstrate their ongoing commitment to the sector.
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Board Member
AFP Foundation for Philanthropy Canada
- 4 years 6 months
Support efforts of AFP Canada Foundation in providing funding for research, education and training to fundraising professionals and volunteers in Canada.
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Chair
AFP International Awards Committee
- 3 years
Lead AFP Awards Committee through the evaluation and redesign of the AFP Awards for Philanthropy program and support AFP staff in their efforts to develop the awards program into a high profile way to promote and encourage those who contribute to the philanthropic sector throughout the world.
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Job Analysis Task Force
CFRE International
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Participate in a comprehensive analysis of the job "fundraising professional" to help determine the test content outline for the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) exam. This process is conducted every five years by CFRE; the task force consists of representatives from the fundraising profession, including members from Australia, Canada, Germany and the UK.
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Member, International Board
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP-IHQ)
- 9 years
Involved in leadership of this 30,000+ member association of philanthropic staff, leaders and volunteers. Served on the Executive Committee as Vice Chair, Member Services (2009-2010) and chaired or served on task forces and committees in all four operational divisions-membership, professional advancement, external relations and resource development.
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Job Analysis Task Force
CFRE International
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Participate in a comprehensive analysis of the job "fundraising professional" to help determine the test content outline for the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) exam. This process is conducted every five years by CFRE; the task force consists of representatives from the fundraising profession, including members from Australia, Canada, and the UK.
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GoalBusters Tips and Tidbits
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Presentations
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Honors & Awards
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AFP Founders Medallion
Association of Fundraising Professionals
The AFP Founders’ Medallion is presented to members who, through their dedication to the principles of ethical and effective fundraising, honor the legacy of AFP’s founders: Harry Rosen, Benjamin Sklar, Abel Hanson and William R. Simms. Recipients must have been members for at least 20 years, served with local chapters and at the international level, and worked to foster the development of the profession and the fundraising community throughout their careers. Alice is the 21st AFP member to…
The AFP Founders’ Medallion is presented to members who, through their dedication to the principles of ethical and effective fundraising, honor the legacy of AFP’s founders: Harry Rosen, Benjamin Sklar, Abel Hanson and William R. Simms. Recipients must have been members for at least 20 years, served with local chapters and at the international level, and worked to foster the development of the profession and the fundraising community throughout their careers. Alice is the 21st AFP member to receive the Founders’ Medallion.
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Fundraising Professional of the Year
AFP Northern Arizona
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CCC Distinguished Service Award
Coconino Community College
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AFP Faculty Training Academy Master Teacher
Association of Fundraising Professionals
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Fundraising Professional of the Year
AFP Northern Arizona
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Fundraising Professional of the Year
NSFRE Northern Arizona
Languages
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary proficiency
Organizations
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AFP Northern Arizona
President, President-Elect, Vice President, Chapter Administrator, State Conference Chair, other duties as assigned
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Flagstaff Rotary
Secretary
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Coconino Community College Foundation
Board President, 2002-2005
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