Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA) Resources for Fundraising Professionals
Fundraising That Reflects and Serves Every Community
Inclusive fundraising isn't just an organizational value — it's a professional practice. Research consistently shows that diverse teams, equitable donor relationships, and culturally competent outreach lead to stronger fundraising outcomes and more resilient organizations. AFP's IDEA resources help fundraising professionals build the knowledge and skills to put these principles into practice.
Explore content on equitable fundraising strategies, culturally responsive donor engagement, building inclusive development teams, and creating philanthropic cultures where every donor and professional feels seen and valued. AFP's resources reflect the full diversity of our community, offering perspectives and guidance relevant to fundraisers of all backgrounds, identities, and career stages.
AFP's commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access extends across our programming, research, and professional community. To learn more about AFP's broader IDEA initiatives, please visit the AFP IDEA website.
In this micro-learning video from the AFP ICON 2023 session, Belonging and Exclusion: Creating Space for Growing LGBTQ+ Donors, the presenters share how being mindful of pronouns and not making assumptions can go a long way towards not alienating prospective donors.
In this video Mike's Monday Message Takeover, Jennifer Li Dotson, MSc shares her experience participating in the AFP Asian Pacific Islander Affinity Group and how you can get involved in virtual and in-person meetings. AFP API Affinity Group: https://afpglobal.org/affinitymeetings API LinkedIn Group...
All Member Free Webinar Eligible for 1 CFRE Education Point Since the beginning of 2023, the ACLU has counted over 474 anti-LGBTQ bills in the United States fueling frustration, mental health challenges, and action for LGBTQ+ donors and allies. How are you adjusting your engagement strategies – and...
There are many important conversations about racism taking place in our society, in the fundraising sector, and within the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Global) and the AFP chapters. AFP Global is fully committed to our work towards Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) and...
In this interview from the Mental Load of Motherhood series, Danisha Bhaloo, CFRE, talks with Vanessa Seltzer, director of philanthropy at Arc Broward, about her experiences being a working mother in the fundraising profession. She shares the difficulties of a pandemic pregnancy, the things she wish...
In this interview from the Mental Load of Motherhood series, Danisha Bhaloo, CFRE, talks with Lacey Kempinski, CFRE, founder and owner of Balanced Good, about her experiences being a working mother in the fundraising profession. She shares her advice on being transparent and unapologetic, and how...
Escribo para compartir con ustedes la noticia de que el Comité de Ética de AFP Global pronto sacará un recientemente revisado Código de Principios Éticos y Estándares de AFP. Este proyecto ha estado en marcha por cerca de dos años. Requirió una gran cantidad de tiempo, esfuerzo e innumerables horas...
All Member Free Webinar Eligible for 1 CFRE Education Point Research shows that women of color working at nonprofits are experiencing persistent racial discrimination and leaving their jobs as a result. For nonprofits to retain, support, and safeguard women of color from these negative experiences...
I am writing to share with you the news that the AFP Global Ethics Committee will soon be rolling out a newly revised AFP Code of Ethical Standards. This project has been underway for nearly two years. It took a great amount of time, effort, and untold hours of Zoom meetings by many committed, and...