In an effort to position fundraisers as the voice of the causes and issues that matter to concerned citizens, and as the people who play an important role in enabling positive change, AFP Canada launched a new narrative around fundraising and philanthropy in July 2019. The Narrative is now being...
Black History Month, celebrated in both Canada and the United States, is a time to recognize those Black individuals who have influenced the course of history. Many were the “first” in their accomplishment. I am honored to write today as the first Black woman to serve as chair-elect of the AFP...
You’ve probably heard—and perhaps even experienced in your own organization—how public policy is increasingly having an impact in all aspects of fundraising and the charitable sector. Every aspect of our work is influenced by policies laid out by government at all levels. But sometimes, the policies...
April is Celebrate Diversity Month, so I wanted to take this first Monday Message of April to celebrate the diversity of the AFP community. It’s no secret that AFP has made IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity, and access) a key pillar of our strategic plan. It’s something that I’ve addressed often...
At organizations large and small, urban and rural, throughout the globe, fundraising professionals make communities better as we address challenges and advance missions that change lives. Fundraising professionals of all ages, backgrounds, and demographics, across all verticals of the nonprofit...
CONTACTS: Natalie Paskoski, Manager of Content, (434) 236 – 5583, [email protected] (Arlington, Virginia) Ryan Zapolski, CFRE, senior manager, development at New York-based nonprofit, Smile Train, Inc., has been recognized as one of four Outstanding Young Professionals by the...
If your technology could talk, what would it say to your donors? One of the most important functions of a nonprofit is to educate and engage its audience. Fundraising is about building relationships, creating more meaningful connections, and elevating experiences on an individual level. As today’s...
AFP Member Spotlights are a recurring series of interviews with AFP members, highlighting the unique individuals and career paths that exist within the fundraising profession. If you know an inspiring fundraising professional who deserves to be featured, please email [email protected]. In this...
AFP has released a new Member Code of Conduct. The Member Code of Conduct, Board approved in April 2024, is now enforceable. Revised Draft October 6, 2023 – IDEA Committee Workgroup Revised Draft March 11, 2024 – Member Fair Behavior Policy Task Force Board Approved – April, 2024 The new AFP Member...