Asheville Affiliates accepting applications from nonprofits for 2010 fundraising events

Jason Sandford

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Here’s the press release, courtesy of loyal reader Sara:

Young professional fundraising organization The Asheville Affiliates is now accepting non-profit applications for the 2010 season. All WNC nonprofits are encouraged to apply – the application deadline is January 22, 2010. The Affiliates board members will review and vote on four (4) nonprofits to partner with for a fundraising event this year.

Once selected, the Affiliates board will assist the chosen nonprofits in every step of the event-planning process, including securing sponsorship and marketing. The group will also invite their network of over 3,000 young professionals to attend the fundraising event.  

The Asheville Affiliates has been organizing parties with a purpose for ten years in Asheville.  Please feel free to visit http://www.affiliatesofasheville.com/ or contact [email protected] for more information.