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Breaking Into Fundraising
Date and Time
Thursday Aug 13, 2026
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
Date: Aug. 13, 2026
Time: 8:00am – check-in / 8:30am-10:30am - Program
Location
Safe Children Coalition
1500 Independence Blvd., #210
Sarasota, Florida 34234
Fees/Admission
FREE, but registration is required at https://form.jotform.com/262014149636051.
Contact Information
For registration or questions, please contact Terri Watson, twatson@easterseals-swfl.org
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Description
Curious about a career where you can make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding profession? Join this special event, in partnership with Easterseals Southwest Florida, Safe Children Coalition, The Caring Collective, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Southwest Florida Chapter, for Breaking Into Fundraising, a panel discussion designed to introduce students, career changers, and emerging professionals to the dynamic world of nonprofit fundraising and development.
Date: Aug. 13, 2026
Time: 8:00am – check-in / 8:30am-10:30am - Program
Venue: Safe Children Coalition, 1500 Independence Blvd., #210, Sarasota, Florida 34234
Cost: FREE
Register: https://form.jotform.com/262014149636051
Breakfast Provided
Participants will:
- Learn what nonprofit development and fundraising careers involve
- Understand different roles within development teams
- Gain practical skills and career-entry strategies
- Explore fundraising ethics and donor relationships
- Build confidence networking in the nonprofit sector
- Leave with tools, resources, and actionable next steps
Whether you're exploring a new career or looking to use your talents to strengthen your community, this workshop will provide the knowledge, connections, and inspiration to take the next step. Together, we are building awareness of the fundraising profession and cultivating the next generation of nonprofit leaders dedicated to creating lasting community impact.
This panel discussion is ideal for:
- Emerging nonprofit professionals interested in fundraising
- Corporate professionals transitioning into nonprofit work
- College students and recent graduates exploring career opportunities
- Individuals considering a career change
- Volunteers interested in philanthropy and fundraising
