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The wait is over!
AFP-GPC is thrilled to give you an exclusive first look at the incredible lineup of sessions and speakers locked in for our upcoming 2026 event.
Whether you are looking to revitalize your fundraising strategy, harness the power of AI, or master data-driven communications, this year's programming is designed to deliver actionable insights you can implement immediately.
Featured Highlights From the 2026 Lineup
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When They Say No: Handling Donor Objections Without Losing the Gift
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Speaker: Mary Petersen
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Steps to Accelerate Planned Giving
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Speaker: Patrick Schmitt and Jack (Free Will)
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The Great Unlearning
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Speaker: Maia McGill
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Reclaiming the 'Why': Storytelling as a Tool for Connection, Clarity, and Fundraising Resilience
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Speaker: Amanda Finnell
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Rethinking Direct Mail in the Digital Age
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Speaker: Jeffery James
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Get Locked In: Focused Fundraising for Resource-Limited Nonprofits
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Speaker: Kwinn Tucker
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Why Donors Say Yes: Using Neurogiving to Design Events, Deepen Donor Engagement and Raise More Money
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Speaker: Leslie Bluestone
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Choosing to Be Delulu; and Other Lessons From Founder Mode
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Speaker: Jane Bridwell
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Reel Change: Using Video Storytelling to Inspire Donor Action
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Speaker: Matthew Reynolds
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5 Practical Strategies for Implementing Data-Driven Communications
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Speaker: Jesse Park
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When a Successful Gala Becomes a Strategic Risk
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Speaker: Darren Sudman
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Stay Tuned!
This is just the beginning. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be taking a deeper dive into a few of our headliner sessions, sharing exclusive speaker interviews, and giving you a sneak peek at what to expect. Keep an eye on your inbox and visit our Sessions page which is currently being updated.
Media Contact: AFP–GPC Chapter Office, 267‑665‑2700, chapter@afpgpc.org
