Nominations Now Open for the 2027 AFP Global Board of Directors
Nominations for the 2027 AFP Global Board of Directors are now open.
As Immediate Past Chair, it is my great honor to serve as Chair of the AFP Global Nominating Committee. The Committee is responsible for developing the slate of candidates that will be presented to the AFP membership for approval.
The Nominating Committee will meet in July to determine the slate for the 2027 calendar year. Nominations are being accepted for the following positions:
- Chair-Elect
- Two Officers (Secretary and Treasurer)
- Four At-Large Directors
In accordance with the AFP Bylaws, the Board of Directors shall consist of no fewer than 12 and no more than 19 members. The Chair-Elect and At-Large Directors serve two-year terms, while Officers serve one-year terms. No elected director may serve more than eight consecutive years on the Board in any combination of roles, excluding service on the Chair-Elect track. Individuals may return to Board service after a minimum one-year break and may not serve again in an Officer position previously held.
In addition, nominations are open for the 2027 Chapter Presidents Council (CPC) Representative to the AFP Global Board. This individual serves a one-year, non-renewable term in this role. The CPC Representative must be a sitting Chapter President in 2027. Following the nomination deadline, an election will be conducted to determine who will fill this position. Voting for the CPC Representative is limited to members of the Chapter Presidents Council.
The Nominating Committee encourages qualified individuals who have demonstrated leadership in advancing the fundraising profession and/or strengthening AFP. Only self-nominations are permitted for Officer, At-Large Director, and CPC Representative roles.
If you are interested in learning more about serving on the board of directors, the application process, and the open positions for 2027, please join us for our Applying to the AFP Board of Directors information session on Wednesday, April 15 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern.
Prior to submitting a nomination, please carefully review the criteria for Board service. The deadline for submission of completed nominations is June 10, 2026. All nominations must be submitted using the nomination form provided below.
Nominating Process and Job Descriptions
Please provide as much relevant information as possible about each candidate. In some cases, nominees may be asked to submit additional materials to support the Committee’s review. A brief current biography and photo must accompany each completed nomination form. Nominees will be contacted after the nomination deadline for a Zoom or phone interview with a member of the Nominating Committee.
The Committee will consider the following attributes in evaluating candidates:
- Individuals who self-identify as members of diverse communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Leadership ability that demonstrates the skills needed to govern a professional association.
- Five (5) years’ experience and/or employment in the profession or in an industry that serves philanthropy and/or fundraising.
- A minimum of two (2) years of volunteer service to AFP, philanthropy, and/or the broader community at the local, national, or international level.
- Relevant professional certification, education or learning.
- Commitment to advancing AFP’s strategic priorities, including belonging, global impact, and sector innovation.
- Demonstrated ability to lead inclusive environments and embed equity in decision-making.
If you experience any difficulty completing the nomination form, please contact Sam Edwards at [email protected].
Thank you in advance for your engagement in this important process and for encouraging participation within your chapter. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me or AFP staff. We look forward to receiving your nominations and to your continued leadership in shaping the future of our association.
Sincerely,
Birgit Smith Burton
Chair, AFP Nominating Committee
2026 Nominating Committee
Chair — Birgit Smith Burton | AFP GA, Greater Atlanta
Ex-officio, AFP Chair — Roger Ali, MBA, C. Dir., CFRE | AFP ON, Golden Horseshoe Chapter
Ex-officio, AFP Chair-Elect — Adrienne Longenecker, CFRE | AFP TX, Greater Austin Chapter
Ex-officio, AFP President & CEO — H. Art Taylor
Member — Jennifer Dale, CFRE | AFP MI, Greater Detroit Chapter
Member — Peter Hansen, CFRE | AFP NJ, New Jersey Chapter
Member — Bethany Warner, CFRE, CFRM | AFP IN, Indiana Chapter
Member — Marla Smith, CFRE, CFRM | AFP ON, Golden Horseshoe Chapter
Member — Arturo Monreal del Razo | AFP MX, Noreste Chapter
Member — Brooks Reagan | AFP DC, Washington DC Metro Area Chapter
Member — Melinda Boe | AFP TX, Greater Austin Chapter
Member — Nichole Benjamin | AFP NY, New York City Chapter
Alternate — Peter Hansen, CFRE | AFP NJ, New Jersey Chapter
Alternate — Jackie Hancock, Jr, CFRE | AFP AR, Northwest Chapter
Alternate — Luz Lovins | AFP TX, San Antonio and South Texas Chapter
Alternate — Brooks Reagan | AFP DC, Washington DC Metro Area Chapter