AFP Global

AFP Global Vision & Mission

Board Approved: October 22, 2016

Vision:
To stimulate a world of generosity and positive social good through fundraising best practice.

Mission:
The Association of Fundraising Professionals empowers individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education, networking, research and advocacy.

AFP Global Guiding Principles:

Ethics and Trust. As champions of ethical fundraising, fundraising professionals work to increase public trust in charitable giving. We are accountable to donors and their organizations to perform to the highest standards. We practice courage and integrity in the stewardship of private and public resources.

Professional Preparation. Fundraising professionals are prepared to serve as leaders and mentors within and on behalf of our organizations. We embrace continuing education and credentialing as pathways to advance in all stages of our professional careers. We use knowledge and skills to strengthen our organizations and communities. We understand, promote and share best practices to use and grow the fundraising body of knowledge.

Advancing Philanthropy. Fundraising professionals are leaders in developing a culture of philanthropy within our organizations and communities. We train staff, boards and volunteers in ethical and effective fundraising practices. We work across organizations and nations to advance positive social good.

Inclusivity. Fundraising professionals reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We work to address the needs of a diverse society. We welcome and support a diversity of individuals and offer pathways for them to succeed.

Partnership and Collaboration. Fundraising professionals are trusted partners with donors in achieving social good. We collaborate locally and globally with other organizations around shared priorities. We work effectively with decision makers in government and business to achieve shared objectives through philanthropy.

Creativity and Innovation. Fundraising professionals stimulate giving through innovative practices and solutions. We imagine and research new ways to connect with donors and achieve results. We share effective ideas and techniques to promote success across the philanthropic sector.

Success

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is the professional association of individuals and organizations that generate philanthropic support for a wide variety of charitable institutions. Founded in 1960, AFP advances philanthropy through its 33,000 members in more than 244 chapters throughout the world. AFP has inspired global change and supported efforts that have generated over $1 trillion. AFP’s individual and organizational members raise over $115 billion annually, equivalent to one-third of all charitable giving in North America, and millions more around the world.

For more information or to join the world’s largest association of fundraising professionals, visit www.afpglobal.org.

  Tools and Resources

• Free access to AFP360°, our online career builder and management tool, co-created with Korn Ferry!
• Free access to AFP’s latest research and reports.
• Members get free access to the AFP Compensation and Benefits Report where you can find bench-marking on fundraisers’ salaries, benefits and other compensation—how does your position and location compare to the national average?
• Visit the AFP Career Center and upload your resume to help build and further your career.
• Innovative ideas can be found in Advancing Philanthropy, which is free to AFP members, as well as in our members only newsletter AFP Daily.
• The AFP Ready Reference series is free in PDF format to members.

  Networking

• Got a question for the fundraising community? Open to AFP members only, AFP Connect is your online forum to post, and answer, burning fundraising questions.
• Affinity Group Communities allow you to further connect with fellow fundraisers from similar communities and/or causes served. Join us for impactful conversations.
• Plug in to AFP with social media tools such as LinkedIn, Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram

  Professional Development

Many courses offered at a discounted rate.  Many free webinars are available to members, as well.

• upcoming and archived webinars
• AFP Deep Dives
• AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising eLearning course

AFP members get free guidance with Blackbaud University.

Only have a few minutes? Enjoy perusing our micro-learning videos.

  Savings and Discounts

• $100 Professional Development credit for most AFP members, valid on most offerings in our vast suite of online learning opportunities.
• Members receive a discount to attend the AFP ICON held each spring which brings more than 3,000 fundraising professionals together and offers more than 100 educational sessions.
• A 20% discount on initial CFRE certification and recertification fees.

  Code of Ethics

AFP’s Code of Ethics is the only enforceable code in the sector. Every member of AFP must sign the code each year and adhere to its standards and practices.

News & Publications

Advancing Philanthropy

AFP publishes several industry-leading publications that fundraising professionals rely upon for the latest and best news and information. A true member benefit, Advancing Philanthropy, the award-winning magazine published by AFP (four seasonal issues and one September issue), provides practical information, useful tools and other resources to help members succeed in the fundraising profession.