We are now in the days of Dhul Hijjah, the last month in the Islamic calendar and one of the most sacred. For Muslims like myself, it is a time of reflection, action, and generosity. The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah include key events in the Islamic year: Yom Arafat, a day of fasting, remembrance...
As we enter December, the fundraising profession concludes its National Philanthropy Day and GivingTuesday celebrations and begins, for most of us, the busiest time of the year. Your final year-end plans, messages and giving campaigns are in place and, if not implemented already, are soon to be...
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is excited to announce the appointment of Jackson Lee Davis, IV as its new vice president of culture and belonging. Davis, a globally recognized leader in inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA), brings more than two decades of experience...
How does the Houston Chapter engage emerging leaders? The Greater Houston Chapter engages emerging leaders in a variety of ways: Mentoring Program: This program is open to members new to the fundraising profession or those who are seeking to move in a new direction within the field. Partnerships...
It’s the Spring of 2017 and AFP-WNY had recently announced a new scholarship program for Young Professional Fundraisers. This opportunity would pay their first-year AFP dues in full - both international and local - if they became engaged and joined an AFP-WNY committee. Our key partnership for...
Invest in yourself and your career. Explore future directions in philanthropy and learn approaches to respond to recent shifts in the fundraising world from nationally recognized experts. Enjoy thought-provoking discussions with leaders from the philanthropy community. Our keynote speakers, C’Ardiss...
Continuing the Human Touch: Why Ron Bailey is Leaving a Legacy to the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - Canada / Préserver le contact humain : pourquoi Ron Bailey laisse un héritage à la Fondation canadienne pour la philanthropie de l’AFP (May 2026) Long before he was spearheading capital campaigns...
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have been around for decades, but in recent years these funds have become one of the fastest growing vehicles in philanthropy. DAFs have been increasingly used by donors and offered through community foundations and national DAF sponsors as a new and attractive way donors...
It’s the perfect time to prioritize your future with this practical resource. What will the future of philanthropy look like? As we offer career-elevating scholarships, champion diverse voices, and transform our sector with research and ethics reports, one thing is certain: philanthropy’s potential...