AFP Florida First Coast Chapter

What if one of the most important investments you make this year isn’t in a new fundraising strategy—but in yourself?

In a profession defined by constant change, ambitious goals, and mission-driven work, confidence and resilience aren’t just nice to have they’re essential.

Join AFP FL, First Coast on Thursday, July 16 for Building Confidence & Resilience: Thriving Through Challenge and Change, a powerful and highly interactive half-day seminar led by renowned speaker, trainer, and fundraising leader Ken Miller, CFRE.

This isn’t your typical professional development program. Ken brings a unique blend of authenticity, humor, practical wisdom, and audience engagement that will challenge you to reflect, grow, and leave with actionable tools you can immediately apply in your work and life.

Throughout the morning, you’ll explore:
How self-esteem impacts professional success and leadership effectiveness
Practical strategies for building confidence and overcoming challenges
Tools for managing stress and uncertainty in demanding environments
Ways to strengthen resilience and adaptability during times of change
Approaches to staying grounded, focused, and mission-driven when facing disruption

Whether you’re a seasoned fundraising professional, nonprofit executive, emerging leader, or someone simply looking to strengthen your ability to navigate change, this seminar will provide valuable insights that extend far beyond the workplace.

Event Details
Thursday, July 16, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

Join colleagues from across Northeast Florida for a morning of learning, reflection, and growth—and walk away better equipped to thrive through whatever challenges come next.

Reserve your seat today.

🎉 Member Milestone Celebration 🎉

Congratulations to our AFP Florida First Coast Chapter members celebrating 10 years of membership! 👏💙

✨ Dave Cognetta, CFRE
✨ Kacie Smyth, MHA

Thank you both for a decade of dedication to philanthropy, fundraising excellence, and the AFP community. Your commitment continues to make a lasting impact across our sector! 🙌

Help us celebrate these incredible members in the comments below! 🎊

Thank you to everyone who joined us today for AFP Florida First Coast Chapter’s May Program featuring Dr. Kenston Griffin! 👏

We loved connecting with fellow nonprofit professionals and learning how to navigate leadership transitions while maintaining strong donor relationships and trust. 💡🤝

A special thank you to Dr. Griffin and to the University of North Florida for hosting us and serving as our 2026 Educational Program Sponsor! 🎓

We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at our next event! 💙

Join us for AFP First Coast Chapter’s upcoming IDEA event, Beyond the Gift, on Thursday, June 11 from 8:30 – 10:30 AM at Nemours Children’s Health Home Office.

We’re excited to bring together an incredible panel of community leaders to discuss how they work hand in hand to create a more inclusive, accessible and equitable First Coast. A First Coast Community where people of all abilities can fully belong, participate, and thrive.

Panelists include:
• Lacey Rumberger Ray, The Arc Jacksonville
• Stephen Hanson, EverBank
• Emily Knight-Smith, North Florida School of Special Education
• Heidi Matheny, Citi
• Wendy Mayle, Pine Castle
• Stephanie Rosenstone, Paul Davis Restoration of North Florida
Moderated by Ericia Moore, First Coast YMCA

Thank you to nemours for hosting this important conversation. We hope to see you there! Click the link below to register for this FREE event: https://community.afpnet.org/afpflfirstcoastchapter/events/recentcommunityeventsdashboard