Founded in 1965, AFP DC is proud to serve our more than 1,000 members who are dedicated to fundraising and advancing the spirit of philanthropy. Our Chapter members – executive directors, development directors, consultants, grant writers, fundraising volunteers, and foundation executives – cover the range of DC Metro’s vibrant nonprofit community.
AFP DC strives to provide you the tools and connections you need to excel in your job!
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Professional development conferences and workshops
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Breakfast and lunch learning sessions on diverse fundraising topics
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Roundtable discussions
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A sound mentoring program
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Advanced Executives programs
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A free CFRE nuts & bolts session and a 10-week study group for certification preparation
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Networking events, seasonal receptions and happy hours to stay connected with members and with national organizations such as the Center for Non Profit Advancement, The Foundation Center DC, the National Gift Planning Council, YNPNdc, and AFP International HQ
Please check out our programs, volunteer opportunities and get to know your Chapter leaders. If you’re not a member, join today and be connected.
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May 21 - 2013 Co-Convener Information
To help reach the vast number of leaders in philanthropy, including senior business
executives, National Capital Philanthropy Day is supported by a large group of co-convening organizations. These groups collectively represent hundreds of non-profit organizations and leaders, grant makers, volunteers, and fundraising professionals in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC. ... more >
May 16 - June Fundraising Brown Bag (FB2)
This opportunity is for fundraising professionals (or not-yet professionals) to come together in a less structured free-flowing environment to share their lunch time and discuss topics that are relevant to them. ... more >
May 15 - 2013 Award Information
2013 NCPD Awards Nominations Extended to May 31, 2013! ... more >
Jun 12 - Tampa Bay Times, CNN List of “Worst Charities” Cites Extreme Cases, Misses Key Points
In response to the recent release of the “50 Worst Charities” by the Tampa Bay Times and CNN, the president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Andrew Watt, released the following statement. ... more >
Jun 11 - Alumni and Friends Do It Again on May 10 at Saint Peter’s University
(June 12, 2013) Saint Peter’s University set out to “Do it Again” on May 10, launching a campaign to acquire 424 donors in 24 hours. Learn what helped them not only succeed, but excel! ... more >
Jun 11 - Ten Things You Might Have Missed (June 12, 2013)
(June 12, 2013) There’s so much information online that you’re bound to have missed some of it. Here’s some of the top items, articles, and ideas you need to know about and that can help you find success. ... more >
Jun 11 - Getting to Know Your Donors
(June 11, 2013) Before the actual “ask” there’s the research, courting and face-to-face meetings that lead into “the ask.” Here’s how to take those initial first steps. ... more >
Jun 7 - Charitable Giving Coalition Press Release: The Charitable Deduction - It's Not About the Donor
(June 6, 2013) Millions of America’s most vulnerable are the true beneficiaries of the charitable tax deduction, the Charitable Giving Coalition said today. Any limits on this 100-year old tax incentive would most hurt the poor and the nonprofit sector, not the donors who give. The Coalition is reminding lawmakers in Washington, D.C. of that fact as they consider comprehensive tax reform proposals. ... more >
July 2, 2013 -
July Fundraising Brown Bag [FB2]
July 2, 2013 -
July Fundraising Brown Bag [FB2]
July 16, 2013 -
Foundation Center Networking Nights
