Interested in Volunteering?
We are always looking for ways to engage our members in volunteer work for the organization.  Members can serve on the annual conference committee, work on special projects and serve on the board of directors.  Members of AHP are also welcomed to serve in various roles through AHP. For more information about volunteering please contact NEAHP President; Heather Johnston at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
 
A Case for Twitter, Facebook, & Social Media for Nonprofit Fundraisers
I was just on a call with fellow members of the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy folks when someone asked, “Does anyone here use Twitter or Facebook?” It appeared I was the only one. Many wanted to be but their IT departments wouldn’t let them. Twitter and Facebook and LinkedIn and YouTube are sites that are in the broad category of “social media.” Social media sites are sites that make it really easy for people to connect with other people. And social media sites often have made-up names or names with weird spelling like Plurk or Flickr. But the best part of all of these is: they’re free! In a time when everyone’s being cost conscious and penny-pinching, I find it hard to believe that people wouldn’t be at least experimenting with free marketing sites!  ....Click here to continue reading the full article (pdf).
 
CFRE Update

Invest in Your Future - Become a CFRE!
Submitted by: Linda Dodge, CFRE

Did you know that as a member of NEAHP you receive a reduced fee for CFRE certification and recertification? Since NEAHP is a Participating Organization of CFRE, one of your benefits as a NEAHP member is the opportunity to apply for initial certification at a current fee of $618 instead of $778. If you are already certified and are applying for re-certification, your fee is only $360 instead of $453.

Now is the time to invest in your future. If you have been thinking about becoming a CFRE, why not take the next step and participate in a CFRE orientation conference call for NEAHP members on Thursday, August 26th at 9:30 a.m. During this conference call you will learn some background information about CFRE International, information about the steps in the CFRE process, and get some ideas on how to prepare for the exam.

  • Certification grants you more credibility.
  • Certification can improve career opportunities and advancement.
  • Certification prepares you for greater on-the-job responsibilities.
  • Certification improves skills and knowledge.
  • Certification may provide for greater earnings potential.
  • Certification demonstrates your commitment to the fundraising profession.
  • Certification enhances the profession’s image.
  • Certification reflects achievement.
  • Certification enriches self esteem.
  • Certification offers greater recognition from peers.

To register for this conference call please e-mail Linda Dodge. Closer to the time of the conference call you will receive a confirmation with details how to access the call and some materials that will be referenced during the call. For additional information please call Linda at 717-355-6215.