In this session, Priya Balachandran will highlight the valuable role prospect researchers play in strengthening inclusivity across fundraising and organizational practices. We will discuss how principles of equity influence philanthropy teams and consider the ethical challenges involved in managing sensitive data.

You will gain practical ideas for extending your positive impact beyond your immediate team, along with examples of how inclusive approaches promote meaningful connections with donors—ensuring their support leads to lasting, positive change in the communities we serve. Join us to learn how your expertise can support both fundraising and meaningful change within your organization.

Register here

Looking for your next opportunity? There are many new active job postings on the Apra Indiana job board. 

Take your career to the next step! Apply to one of the opening positions here: https://apraindiana.com/Jobs

Welcome to the first newsletter of 2024, marking the beginning of an exciting year of growth and collaboration for Apra IN. 

Apra IN Newsletter v4.pdf

Are you interested in contributing to Apra Indiana’s Newsletter? If so, please contact LaKeida Adams.

New jobs posted.  Check out our jobs page. (Updated January 10, 2024)

Registration for the 2023 Apra Indiana Fall Conference is now open. This in-person conference will take place on Thursday, November 30, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Indiana Historical Society in Indianapolis, IN.

Registration for Apra Indiana members is $40. Non-Apra Indiana members are also welcome to attend. The non-member registration rate is $50.

your membership on our website. Registration closes on 11/16/2023, or when we reach 64 attendees per venue capacity.

Register now to join us for our last conference of 2023! The keynote speaker will be Cathy Spieth, Prospect Research Manager of United Way Central Indiana. 

Additional conference information, including the full agenda, can be found on the Registration page and on the event website.

The International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) growing prospect development team is hiring! The prospect development team is part of a new and dynamic team called Global Partnerships and Philanthropic Services, consisting of functional specialists across a variety of support functions providing all elements of cultivation, support, and stewardship to high-value donors, partners, and supporters. Collectively, they support two fundraising teams: USA Philanthropy – responsible for engaging with high-net-worth US-based individuals, and International Philanthropy & Partnerships – responsible for engaging with corporations, foundations and other institutions, as well as globally-based high-net-worth individuals. IRC's private fundraising goals are ambitious and they are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join the team. IRC currently has four open full-time remote positions. If interested, please visit the Apra Indiana Job's page or click on the links below:

Manager, Prospect Research & Management

Officer, Prospect Research (2 openings)

Associate Director, Prospect Research

Check out the new job opportunity are Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity on our jobs page.

The IU Foundation is looking for an Assistant Director of Research. Check this, and all other jobs, out on our jobs page.

There are two new jobs on our jobs page. Click here to check them out!