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Need some specific information about fundraising, like how to set up a major gift program or work more effectively with your board? Or maybe you just want to learn about the latest trends? AFP’s Guides & Resources have you covered. 

 

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Featured Resource: 7 Website Statistics to Guide Your Next Refresh or Upgrade

The top nonprofit websites take user experience (UX) best practices into consideration to create a better visitor experience through an iterative process. With this in mind, we’ve compiled some illuminating statistics to guide your website refresh strategy.

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10 Nov 2022

Vers la vérité et la réconciliation : Aboutissement

Source de l'image : Le gouvernement du Canada ENGLISH En septembre 2021, les conseils d’administration d’AFP Canada et de la Fondation canadienne pour la philanthropie de l’AFP ont mis sur pied, dans le cadre d’une initiative commune, le Groupe de travail sur la détermination de mesures à prendre en...
Resource Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
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10 Nov 2022

On the Road to Truth and Reconciliation: Unpacking the Trip

Image source: The Government of Canada FRANÇAIS In September 2021, the Action Identification Working Group on Truth and Reconciliation was formed as a joint initiative between AFP Canada and the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada boards. Its focus was to determine possible actions that AFP in...
Resource Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
09 Nov 2022

Skystone Partners Prize for Research on Fundraising and Philanthropy - Submission Deadline is Nov. 15

Each year, the AFP Research Council awards the Skystone Partners Prize for Research to the author of a book that contributes substantially to the knowledge and understanding of fundraising or philanthropic behavior. The Prize for Research is made possible by an endowment from Skystone Partners to...
Resource Research Reports
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03 Nov 2022

Vers la vérité et la réconciliation : Cheminement

Source de l'image : Le gouvernement du Canada ENGLISH En septembre 2021, les conseils d’administration d’AFP Canada et de la Fondation canadienne pour la philanthropie de l’AFP ont mis sur pied, dans le cadre d’une initiative commune, le Groupe de travail sur la détermination de mesures à prendre en...
Resource Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
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03 Nov 2022

On the Road to Truth and Reconciliation: Travelling the Path

Image source: The Government of Canada FRANÇAIS In September 2021, the Action Identification Working Group on Truth and Reconciliation was formed as a joint initiative between AFP Canada and the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada boards. Its focus was to determine possible actions that AFP in...
Resource Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
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26 Oct 2022

On the Road to Truth and Reconciliation: Before Setting Out

Image source: The Government of Canada FRANÇAIS In September 2021, the Action Identification Working Group on Truth and Reconciliation was formed as a joint initiative between AFP Canada and the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada boards. Its focus was to determine possible actions that AFP in...
Resource Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
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26 Oct 2022

Vers la vérité et la réconciliation : Préparation

Source de l'image : Le gouvernement du Canada ENGLISH En septembre 2021, les conseils d’administration d’AFP Canada et de la Fondation canadienne pour la philanthropie de l’AFP ont mis sur pied, dans le cadre d’une initiative commune, le Groupe de travail sur la détermination de mesures à prendre en...
Resource Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
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17 Aug 2022

Back to Basics: Building a Strong Community of Support for Your Nonprofit

(With so many fundraising options now available and so many things happening in the world, sometimes we all just need a reminder about the basics of fundraising.) The past few years challenged many nonprofits, and today, many that have stabilized are wondering how sec ure thei r future is...
Resource Donor Relations/Stewardship
Tanya Downing
21 Jun 2022

Ring the Blue Cow Bell: Words of Advice to Those Who Manage Major Gift Officers

Acknowledging and showing appreciation for major gifts, and honoring major donors who give, are an important part of any effective major and planned giving program—and simple stewardship good manners. The same is also true of staff. You should celebrate and acknowledge the success of your major gift...
Resource Donor Relations/Stewardship Major Gifts
​ Rochelle M. Jerry ​
14 Jun 2022

Becoming a Transformational Leader

As fundraisers, we have a unique leadership opportunity, no matter our title or defined role within the organization. Our commitment to the mission centers the team’s efforts that achieve our collective purpose. Whether you aspire to be a better leader in your current role or are seeking a new...
Resource Donor Relations/Stewardship Major Gifts
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