AFP Texas Plains Chapter

What an incredible day last Tuesday at the Empowering Through Education Conference 2026!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a day filled with learning, collaboration, and connection. We are especially grateful to our conference chairs, Lisa Lloyd and Kasey Long, as well as our board members, volunteers, presenters, and sponsors whose dedication and support made this event possible.

To our attendees, thank you for bringing your enthusiasm, ideas, and passion for our profession. The conversations, shared experiences, and new connections made throughout the day are what make this conference so impactful.

We are proud of the strong fundraising community we continue to build together and look forward to seeing the impact spread throughout the Panhandle. Thank you for making this year's conference a tremendous success!

Wonderful start to today’s Empowering through Education conference! Our keynote speaker, Ashby Dawson shared an incredible presentation.

It is CONFERENCE DAY in Amarillo! We want to take a moment to thank our wonderful sponsors for their support of the Empowering Through Education philanthropy conference. Without them, this conference would not be possible. They are fostering growth opportunities for local nonprofits, allowing for the betterment of our city and the Texas Panhandle.

We cannot WAIT to see you all tomorrow at our annual conference! Here's a snapshot of the schedule for the day. Save this to your phone, send it to your friends who are attending, and we will see you in the morning for a day full of learning, collaboration, and great conversation!

We're proud to recognize the West Texas A&M University Foundation as a sponsor of the AFP Texas Plains Empowering Through Education Conference.

Strong communities are built through partnerships, and we're thankful for organizations like the West Texas A&M University Foundation that invest in the growth and success of nonprofit professionals. Your support helps create opportunities for learning, collaboration, and impact.

Thank you for being part of this important work!

Volunteers are more than helping hands. They are advocates, ambassadors, and champions for your mission.

Join Sara Hill, Program Director and Volunteer Coordinator for Storybridge, as she shares practical strategies for engaging volunteers through their time, talent, and treasure. Learn how to build meaningful volunteer experiences, strengthen relationships, and recognize the people who help drive your organization's success.

If volunteer engagement is part of your mission, this session is one you won't want to miss at the Empowering Through Education Philanthropy Conference.

🙋‍♀️ Have fundraising questions? Molly has answers!

Join Molly Caviness for "Ask Me Anything!"—an interactive session where no question is off limits. Whether you're navigating donor relationships, annual giving, career growth, board engagement, or simply wondering, "Am I the only one dealing with this?" - this session is for you.

Bring your questions, your challenges, and your curiosity. We're ready for a fun and candid discussion about life in the nonprofit world from one of our AFP Board Members and a successful, experienced friend.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work, make decisions, and create opportunities, and nonprofits are no exception.

Join us for Understanding the Power of AI with Alex O'Brien, owner and president of BOC Bank. Drawing from his experience leading a fintech bank and developing innovative banking technology, Alex will share insights into what AI actually unlocks and how it is reshaping industries, organizations, and communities.

Don't miss this timely and thought-provoking session at the AFP Texas Plains Chapter's Empowering Through Education Philanthropy Conference.

🎉 Partnership Sponsor Spotlight 🎉

We are proud to recognize the Amarillo Area Foundation as a Partnership Sponsor of our Empowering Through Education Conference!

The Amarillo Area Foundation has long been a champion for philanthropy in the Texas Panhandle and a dedicated supporter of fundraising professionals throughout our region. Their ongoing engagement with the AFP Texas Plains Chapter helps strengthen our nonprofit community by investing in education, collaboration, and professional growth.

We are grateful for the Foundation's partnership and commitment to empowering those who work every day to make our communities stronger.

Register for the conference TODAY at: https://community.afpnet.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/local-conference

💡 Thinking about your organization's long-term sustainability?

Join Haley Bell, Jill Goodrich, and Katharyn Wiegand for "Endowments," a practical discussion on building, growing, and sustaining endowment funds.

Whether you're exploring the possibility of establishing an endowment or looking to strengthen an existing one, this session will cover key considerations, fundraising strategies, and real-world examples to help guide your organization forward.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experienced nonprofit and foundation leaders who understand the importance of creating lasting impact for future generations.

📅 June 16 | AFP Texas Plains Empowering Through Education Philanthropy Conference

REGISTER: https://community.afpnet.org/afptxtexasplainschapter/events/local-conference