named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
CFRE Approved Provider Program
Professional development events pre-approved by CFRE International for continuing education credits toward certification or recertification
Educational Luncheons
Monthly in-person and virtual luncheons from September to May featuring expert-led sessions on fundraising topics such as donor engagement, grants, and AI in fundraising
Job Bank
Exclusive online platform listing fundraising and consulting job opportunities for members
Peer Roundtables and Networking Events
Members-only gatherings that facilitate peer learning, problem-solving, and relationship-building among development professionals
Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
Annual event recognizing outstanding contributions by fundraising professionals, board members, corporate partners, and youth in philanthropy
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Professional Development for Fundraising and Philanthropy Practitioners 2 activities
- Hosts educational events and luncheons for fundraising professionalsOrganizes monthly in-person educational luncheons from September to May in White Plains, NY, along with full-day conferences, breakfast clubs, and virtual programming via Zoom to support professional development in fundraising. These events are held at least seven times annually and feature experts in the field.
- Organizes professional development workshops and roundtablesConducts workshops and roundtables such as "Meet the Funders," "Ask the Experts," and sessions on donor engagement, board collaboration, and executive-director/development-director alignment. Produces and shares educational materials from these events, including presentations on direct mail fundraising and board activation.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Administers mentoring, scholarship, and internship programsImplements a mentoring program, scholarship program, and internship program for aspiring and current fundraising professionals, supporting career development and capacity in the nonprofit sector.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Hosts Philanthropy Awards Breakfast eventsOrganizes the annual Philanthropy Awards Breakfast, including the 2025 and 2026 events, to recognize outstanding contributions in fundraising, board leadership, corporate partnership, youth philanthropy, and service leadership, while raising regional awareness of philanthropy.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Offers continuing education and certification programs for fundraisersProvides continuing education opportunities that qualify for CFRE International certification and recertification points, including workshops and approved provider status as of 2025. Offers a fundraising and board development certificate program in partnership with SUNY Purchase.
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Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Operates job bank and member benefits platformManages a job bank exclusively for fundraising and consulting positions in the nonprofit sector and provides members with access to exclusive discounts, benefits, and a customizable fundraising newsletter via Rasa.io.
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Public Awareness and Educational Outreach 1 activity
- Promotes ethical fundraising standards and public awarenessAdvocates for high ethical standards in fundraising and promotes responsible resource acquisition and donor stewardship. Raises public awareness and interest in philanthropy and charitable giving, particularly in the Hudson Valley region.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$90K
Contributions & grants$59K65%
Program service revenue$8K9%
Investment income$420%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$82K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$44K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$82K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$82K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- ANDREW DIECKMAN — DIRECTOR
- ERIC ELLER — DIRECTOR
- JUANITA POPE — DIRECTOR
- LAURA DEBUYS — DIRECTOR
- MARISSA MADONIA — DIRECTOR
- MOLLY GIBEAU-GRIFFIN — DIRECTOR
- NIKKI HAHN — DIRECTOR
- SHANNON CATAURO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 39
Who they work with
- Alison Paul Grant Writing & Consulting Partner — Organization of the recipient of the Peter J. Gallagher Award for Leadership and Service at the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- CFRE International Government — Approved Provider with CFRE International for continuing education credits toward certification and recertification.
- CFRE International Network — Recognized as a CFRE International Approved Provider for continuing education in fundraising.
- Child Care Council of Westchester Partner — Organization of planning committee member Juanita Pope for the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Child Care Council of Westchester Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- Community Housing Innovations Partner — Organization of planning committee member Alida Quinones-Reyes for the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Community Housing Innovations Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- Corporate AV Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- Facebook Partner — Social media presence on Facebook
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for organizational outreach and communication.
- Friends of Karen Partner — Honoree organization whose fundraising professional was recognized at the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Girls Inc. of Westchester County Partner — Organization of event co-chair Monica Spears for the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Grant Professionals of Lower Hudson Partner — Co-hosted the "Meet the Funders" panel presentation in October 2025.
- Greater Mental Health of New York Partner — Organization of planning committee member Shannon Catauro for the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Greater Mental Health of New York Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- Jawonio Foundation Partner — Co-chair organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- Jill Singer Graphics Partner — Organization of planning committee member Jill Singer for the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Jill Singer Graphics Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- Lifting Up Westchester Partner — Organization of planning committee member Jessica Timms for the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Lifting Up Westchester Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- LinkedIn Partner — Social media presence on LinkedIn
- LinkedIn Partner — Uses LinkedIn for organizational outreach and professional engagement.
- National Advertising & Printing Corp. Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
- Programming Committee Coalition — Committee responsible for organizing and selecting content for ADO's educational programming.
- SUNY Purchase Partner — Collaborated on a fundraising and board development certificate program.
- ShopRite Supermarkets Partner — Recognized as Corporate Partner at the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Sister to Sister International, Inc. Partner — Honoree organization whose board member was recognized at the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- UNI-T Fashion Partner — Youth honoree's organization recognized at the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Westchester Marketing Cafe Partner — Organization of planning committee member Jann Mirchandani for the 2025 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast.
- Westchester Marketing Cafe Partner — Planning committee member organization for the 2026 Philanthropy Awards Breakfast
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strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Capacity Building Through Ethical Standard-Settingmethodology: ethical_infrastructureBy establishing and enforcing ethical norms—such as donor-intent alignment and conflict-free compensation—we strengthen trust in the fundraising profession, which in turn improves organizational accountability and long-term donor engagement because ethical consistency enhances sector credibility and practitioner legitimacy.
- Peer-Powered Professional Developmentmethodology: peer_learning_modelBy creating structured opportunities for peer learning and informal networking, we build professional capacity and improve fundraising practices more effectively than through formal education alone, because shared experience and mutual support foster deeper engagement and practical skill transfer among development professionals.