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Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Diana Marquis, CFRE, Principal, DMGroupConsulting |
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Ethics and You: What Does That Really Mean? Are you an ethical professional fundraiser? Of course you are, until you are not, and maybe you don't even realize you've crossed a line. We will present and have a conversation about the updated AFP Code of Ethics and use case studies provided by AFP Global to illustrate the good, the bad, the hazy middle, and the consequences of sanctions. Copies of the Code will be provided as well as a link for more resources for members on the AFP Global website. Participants takeaways include:
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| Venue: | The Gild (South Tower), Room M1008 8150 N Central Expressway Dallas, TX 75206 |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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Diana Marquis, CFRE, began her career in fundraising more than twenty years ago. She worked for academic, social service, and environmental education nonprofit organizations in the Dallas Fort Worth area. She's held different leadership positions including Executive Director, Chief Development Officer, Director of Development, and Manager of Major Gifts. Four years ago, she joined the ranks of consultants with her firm, DMGroupConsulting. In addition to her two plus decades of professional fundraising, Diana also had a career in radio and television production, and small business development in the Dallas market. She served the Greater Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals as President and held other board positions as well as chair for the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon. She helped start the chapter's program, Executive Conversations, for senior-level fundraisers. She has facilitated the CFRE Refresher Course on more than one occasion and currently serves on the AFP Global U.S. Government Relations committee. She is a Leadership Dallas alumnus, a Charter Member of the Hispanic Women's Network of Texas, and a founding member of the DFW Hispanic Communicators Network. She served four terms on the City of Dallas Cultural Affairs Commission. After many years of being a part-time college student, Diana earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Southern Methodist University when she was forty-one years old. She then joined the staff at her alma mater and earned her master's degree.
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : Ethics and You: What Does That Really Mean? |
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Dr. Ken G. Crawford, Leadership Coach and Organizational Consultant, Ken G. Crawford Consulting & Coaching |
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Leading Sustainable Fundraising Teams: A Practical Framework for Preventing Burnout, Strengthening Performance and Increasing Long-Term Impact Fundraising is mission-driven, relational, and demanding work. Burnout and turnover remain significant challenges in the profession. Sustainable fundraising requires sustainable leaders and teams. This session introduces the Synchronous Life System, a six-domain model of human flourishing, and practical peer coaching techniques aligned with CFRE Leadership and Management competencies. Participants will learn how to strengthen personal resilience, improve team culture, and lead development staff in ways that increase retention, effectiveness, and long-term mission impact. Leaders who care for themselves and their teams create healthier organizations and more sustainable fundraising results. Participants takeaways include:
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| Venue: | The Gild (South Tower), Room M1008 8150 N Central Expressway Dallas, TX 75206 |
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$50 each — Luncheon Program - Non-Member $35 each — Luncheon Program - Member $30 each — Emerging Leader (age 35 and under or less than 5 years as a fundraising professional, member or non-member) |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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Dr. Ken G. Crawford is a leadership coach, nonprofit strategist, and former nonprofit executive with more than two decades of experience in fundraising, organizational development, and mission-driven leadership. He has earned Leadership Coach Cer Professional (SHRM-SCP). Leadership experience includes senior roles across nonprofit, educational, and community organizations, overseeing development strategy, board engagement, and organizational growth. Ken now works with nonprofit and business leaders as an executive coach and consultant, helping organizations strengthen leadership capacity, improve team health, and sustain mission impact in demanding environments. His work focuses on the intersection of human wellbeing and organizational performance, particularly in relationship-based professions like fundraising. He is the creator of the Synchronous Life System (TM), a holistic leadership framework that integrates personal wellbeing, relational intelligence, and purposeful work. Ken frequently speaks with nonprofit leaders about preventing burnout, strengthening leadership resilience, and building cultures that support long-term mission effectiveness. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : Leading Sustainable Fundraising Teams: A Practical Framework for Preventing Burnout, Strengthening Performance and Increasing Long-Term Impact |
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | TBA |
| Venue: | The Gild (South Tower), Room M1008 8150 N Central Expressway Dallas, TX 75206 |
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$50 each — Luncheon Program - Non-Member $35 each — Luncheon Program - Member $30 each — Emerging Leader (age 35 and under or less than 5 years as a fundraising professional, member or non-member) |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : TBA |
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | TBD |
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TBD TBD |
| Venue: | The Gild (South Tower), Room M1008 8150 N Central Expressway Dallas, TX 75206 |
| Cost: |
$50 each — Luncheon Program - Non-Member $35 each — Luncheon Program - Member $30 each — Emerging Leader (age 35 and under or less than 5 years as a fundraising professional, member or non-member) |
| Registration: |
Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, September 21, 2026 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : TBD |
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Luncheon
| Guest Speakers: | Jeff Serrano, CDE, CNC, 360° Corporate Engagement Consulting, LLC |
| Venue: | The Gild (South Tower), Room M1008 8150 N Central Expressway Dallas, TX 75206 |
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$50 each — Luncheon Program - Non-Member $35 each — Luncheon Program - Member $30 each — Emerging Leader (age 35 and under or less than 5 years as a fundraising professional, member or non-member) |
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Register Online Here. Alternatively, you may download the reservation form and fax it in. (For security purposes we urge you NOT to email this interactive PDF form with your credit card number on it back to us. Instead, please snail mail, fax to 972-490-4219, or print out and scan before sending with your credit card information.) Online registration closes on Monday, October 26, 2026 at 10 PM. Online registration accepts credit cards only. To pay by check, mail or fax in the downloadable registration form. |
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11:30:00 AM - Networking 12:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM - Program : A 360° Perspective on Corporate Giving: What Nonprofits Need to Know |
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The AFP Greater Dallas Chapter is committed to the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA). These principles influence our decision-making, planning, programming and member engagement.
We define diversity as the meaningful recognition and valuing of individual and collective differences in identities, perspectives, traditions, abilities, and life experiences.
We are committed to growing an accessible organization where all members can see their contributions treasured, perspectives respected, and culture valued.

Diana Marquis, CFRE, began her career in fundraising more than twenty years ago. She worked for academic, social service, and environmental education nonprofit organizations in the Dallas Fort Worth area. She's held different leadership positions including Executive Director, Chief Development Officer, Director of Development, and Manager of Major Gifts. Four years ago, she joined the ranks of consultants with her firm, DMGroupConsulting. In addition to her two plus decades of professional fundraising, Diana also had a career in radio and television production, and small business development in the Dallas market. She served the Greater Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals as President and held other board positions as well as chair for the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon. She helped start the chapter's program, Executive Conversations, for senior-level fundraisers. She has facilitated the CFRE Refresher Course on more than one occasion and currently serves on the AFP Global U.S. Government Relations committee. She is a Leadership Dallas alumnus, a Charter Member of the Hispanic Women's Network of Texas, and a founding member of the DFW Hispanic Communicators Network. She served four terms on the City of Dallas Cultural Affairs Commission. After many years of being a part-time college student, Diana earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Southern Methodist University when she was forty-one years old. She then joined the staff at her alma mater and earned her master's degree.
Dr. Ken G. Crawford is a leadership coach, nonprofit strategist, and former nonprofit executive with more than two decades of experience in fundraising, organizational development, and mission-driven leadership. He has earned Leadership Coach Cer Professional (SHRM-SCP). Leadership experience includes senior roles across nonprofit, educational, and community organizations, overseeing development strategy, board engagement, and organizational growth. Ken now works with nonprofit and business leaders as an executive coach and consultant, helping organizations strengthen leadership capacity, improve team health, and sustain mission impact in demanding environments. His work focuses on the intersection of human wellbeing and organizational performance, particularly in relationship-based professions like fundraising. He is the creator of the Synchronous Life System (TM), a holistic leadership framework that integrates personal wellbeing, relational intelligence, and purposeful work. Ken frequently speaks with nonprofit leaders about preventing burnout, strengthening leadership resilience, and building cultures that support long-term mission effectiveness.





