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Guides and Resources to support every fundraising need

New to fundraising, interested in learning more about the latest state of the fundraising profession, or looking for helpful IDEA resources to promote inclusivity in your fundraising efforts? AFP’s Guides & Resources have you covered.

Our Resource Guides provide focused collections of materials and content from AFP Global covering the issues and topics most important to fundraisers.

Can't find exactly what you are looking for?  Be sure to check out the search at the bottom of the page for access to a wide variety of resources.

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Featured Resource: Mental Health Resources for Fundraisers

Working in a mission-driven profession, with limited resources and high expections, it can be easy to lose sight of your own mental health as you prioritize the goals of your organization. These resources from the Association of Fundraising Professionals are designed to help fundraisers evaluate their own mental health and find solutions to common challenges such as burnout, quiet quitting, and competing professional and personal priorities.  

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Member Value / Marketing Resources for Chapter Leaders

AFP offers a vast array of benefits to its members both locally and globally, but some members may not be aware of everything that AFP and its chapters do to help them raise funds and advance their careers. The following materials are resources for Chapter Leaders to use, helping to reinforce the...
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The AFP Chapter Website Program (2017 Upgrade) FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the new AFP Chapter Website Program (2017 Upgrade).
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Resources for Chapter Presidents

The resources listed are meant to help you in your role as chapter president with quick tips on leadership, meetings and succession planning.
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Resources for Chapter Immediate Past President

The resources listed are meant to help you in your role as chapter immediate past president and committee on directorship.
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Resources for Chapter Government Relations Chairs

The resources listed are meant to help you in your role as chapter government relations chair.
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AFP Canada Board – General Information and Nominating Process

< Back to Get Involved: AFP Volunteer Opportunities General Information AFP Canada, a nonprofit formed in 2017, represents more than 3,000 fundraisers across the country working to support causes and missions that help Canadians from coast to coast to coast. We serve as the voice of the fundraising...
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Resources for Chapter Membership Chairs

The resources listed are meant to help you in your role as chapter membership chair.
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Faculty Training Academy: AFP Certified Facilitators

AFP’s Faculty Training Academy graduates are experienced instructors who have attended an advanced training program in teaching and mentoring.
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AFP Global Board – General Information and Nominating Process

< Back to Get Involved: AFP Volunteer Opportunities You have the power to influence the focus and direction of AFP in a very concrete way: by nominating leaders for the AFP Global Board of Directors! The AFP Global Board provides direction and oversight to the Association and is seeking active...
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The State of The Fundraising Profession

AFP provides the fundraising community with important research such as quarterly Fundraising Effectiveness Project reports and an annual compensation and benefits report. These, and other AFP resources, can be used to help fundraisers understand and adapt to the changing trends within our profession...
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