ENGLISH La section du Québec de l’AFP se prépare à offrir une formation sur le discours pour la collecte de fonds au Canada aux professionnel.le.s en philanthropie francophones de partout au Canada dans le cadre d’un webinaire en français, gratuit pour tous, le 25 mai prochain. Amanda Fritz, CFRE...
Survey Finds Sexual Harassment and Workplace Issues Also Critical Issues With the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) celebrating October as Ethics Awareness Month, the association conducted an online survey of its members earlier in the year to assess members’ awareness of AFP ethical...
Today I’d like to talk to young, white, novice fundraisers like myself about how and why we need to build diverse and inclusive networks. And for all you seasoned professionals, read on—you might still learn something! In the past year and a half, the global pandemic, a social reckoning in the U.S...
At a time of the year when families around the country are gathering to share their gratitude, it’s important to remember that there are millions of Americans who have less to be grateful for than others. This recognition is what drove the creation of Giving Tuesday, which takes place on the first...
The job involves doing just about every task in the office Yesterday, I sent an e-blast, helped a client access clothing, designed and hung signage, updated the website, took photos of volunteers, supported food distribution, fielded phone calls, and sent thank-you notes to funders. If you have...
Fundraising myths often shroud the truth, creating unnecessary barriers from misinformation to avoidance and anxiety. For instance, when it comes to capital campaigns, misconceptions abound, resulting in nonprofits that could benefit from launching one to start off on the wrong foot or even write...
The things I wish I had known, or was told when I began fundraising. Maybe it will help you too! 1. Fundraising is NOT just asking for money. When people think of fundraising they probably think of the big nonprofits with teams of people dialing for dollars, but in reality, regardless of...
ENGLISH Le Comité des candidatures de l’Association des professionnels en philanthropie du Canada (AFP Canada) a mené un long processus en vue de dresser une liste de candidats et candidates pour siéger au conseil d’administration d’AFP Canada en 2022. Nous sommes heureux de vous présenter ces...
While many institutions are busy crushing diversity and inclusion structures like last season's fashion trend, AFP knows there is much work to be done. As the new IDEA Committee Chair and Global Board Member (yes, you heard that correctly, and you know I'm excited to kick this door in!), I want to...