Description

Date: Aug. 13, 2026
Time: 8:00am – check-in / 8:30am-10:30am -
Venue: Safe Children Coalition, 1500 Independence Blvd., #210, Sarasota, Florida 34234
Cost: FREE
Register: Click here to register
Breakfast Provided

Curious about a career where you can make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding profession? In partnership with Easterseals Southwest Florida, Safe Children Coalition, The Caring Collective, and The Association of Fundraising Professionals-Southwest Florida Chapter, join us 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.

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.

Participants will:
1. Learn what nonprofit development and fundraising careers involve
2. Understand different roles within development teams
3. Gain practical skills and career-entry strategies
4. Explore fundraising ethics and donor relationships
5. Build confidence networking in the nonprofit sector
6. Leave with tools, resources, and actionable next steps

This panel discuss is ideal for:
1. Emerging nonprofit professionals interested in fundraising
2. Corporate professionals transitioning into nonprofit work
3. College students and recent graduates exploring career opportunities
4. Individuals considering a career change
5. Volunteers interested in philanthropy and fundraising

No prior fundraising experience is required, just an interest in learning how fundraising professionals connect people to meaningful causes to create lasting change.