AFP/Alford Group Women’s Mentor Program Participants Announced For 2024

(Arlington, Virginia) The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) has announced the participants — 10 mentors and 10 mentees — for its 2024 Women’s Mentor Program, sponsored by Alford Group.

Part of AFP’s Women’s Impact Initiative, this program unites women in the nonprofit space, fostering connections that promote career growth and create an inclusive and equitable future for the fundraising profession.

This year’s mentors include:

• Carlin Anderson
• Domitille Marchal Lemoine
• Emily Leitzinger, CFRE, CNP
• Jennifer Gregg
• Michelle Boggs, MBA, CFRE
• Michelle Flores Vryn, CFRE
• Nicole Tafoya
• Pazit Levitan, Ed.D., CFRE
• Sarah Cortell Vandersypen, CFRE
• Susannah Shumate, MAOM, CFRE

This year’s mentees include:

• Alexandria Gates
• Cheyenne DeBarros
• Chloe Rushing
• Heather Koslov
• Jessica Lyons Parr, CVA
• Jillian Netherland, MS, CFRE
• Kayla LaCavera
• Richelle Kenn, CFRE
• Sandra Campero
• Tai Batov

“By investing in the growth and development of female-identifying professionals, we not only elevate individual careers but also strengthen the entire philanthropic community,” said Mike Geiger, MBA, CPA, president and CEO of AFP. “Together, we can create a future where leadership and opportunity are accessible to all, breaking down barriers to foster a culture of inclusivity and innovation.”

“For five years running, Alford Group has been a proud sponsor of the Women's Mentor Program,” said Brenda Asare, president and CEO of Alford Group. “We recognize that investing in the growth of current and emerging women leaders is essential to building a strong and resilient future for our sector.”

“These mentors and mentees are not just the future; they are the architects of thriving communities across our country. By providing a platform for their development, we are equipping them with the tools and guidance they need to make a lasting impact.”

This year’s AFP/Alford Group Women’s Mentor Program mentors and mentees will participate in an eight-month long mentorship program, consisting of virtual meetings, as well as meetings at AFP ICON and AFP LEAD. Program pairs are matched based on compatibility of mentor expertise and mentee goals, ensuring that participants come away with the skills most relevant to them.

For more information about the AFP/Alford Group Women’s Mentor Program, contact Othalene Lawrence, M.S., CDE, head of IDEA.

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Since 1960, the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) has been the standard-bearer for professionalism in fundraising. The association works to advance effective and ethical philanthropy by providing advocacy, research, education, mentoring, collaboration and technology opportunities for the world’s largest network of professional fundraisers. AFP’s more than 26,000 members in over 220 chapters raise over $100 billion annually for a wide variety of charitable organizations and causes across the globe. For more information, go to afpglobal.org.

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