This article explores how nonprofits can harness AI responsibly by protecting donor trust, safeguarding privacy, reducing bias, and creating practical policies that keep mission and ethics at the center of every decision. afpglobal.org/ai-good-buildi…
In this episode, Roger D. Ali reflects on his journey and the power of AFP volunteer leadership as a career accelerator. He shares his advice on building confidence in uncertain times, finding belonging, and claiming your place at the leadership table. afpemergingleaders.podbean.c…
Carrie Tully shared how a career rooted in relationship-building led her to fundraising, how grassroots organizing and community ownership shape her approach to the work, and why connection, collaboration, and personal well-being are essential. afpglobal.org/news/afp-membe…
The greatest lessons are often learned during the most difficult times. Reflecting on the impact of the Madoff scandal, this article shares powerful insights on listening first, leading with empathy, and building donor trust that lasts through any crisis. afpglobal.org/news/when-cris…
This Advancing Philanthropy article explores how today’s fundraising leaders are building community, embracing innovation, and staying grounded in the human connections that make philanthropy possible. afpglobal.org/news/people-af…
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Lisa M. Chmiola, M.S., CFRE, CSPG and Benjamin Mohler, ACFRE, CFRE, M.A. discuss the skills that make someone a good fundraiser versus the skills that make someone a good leader. They share how to tell when you're ready to move into a leadership role. afpglobal.org/stop-being-pol…
Deidre McVay-Schulmeister shared how mentorship led her to a career in fundraising and how AFP has provided connection and support throughout her family’s military moves. afpglobal.org/news/afp-membe…
Despite facing persistent discrimination and funding barriers, Muslim women-led nonprofits remain deeply engaged in advocacy, with more than 92% participating in civic and policy-related work. afpglobal.org/news/advocacy-…
Discover why visible recognition is not a substitute for authentic relationships and how organizations can move from gratitude as performance to gratitude as practice. afpglobal.org/news/performat…
Drawing on research with the North Texas Food Bank's NiHao affinity group, this article explores how affinity groups can bring together nonprofits, businesses, volunteers, and the community to create stronger relationships and more impactful fundraising. afpglobal.org/donors-partner…
Today is International Podcast Day! 🎧Celebrate by checking out the top episode from AFP's podcast, and be on the lookout for new episodes the third Thursday of every month.
Preventing Burnout: What Research Reveals About Fundraiser Well-Being: afpemergingleaders.podbean.c…
Tammy Zonker, CFRM and Abby Adair discuss how nonprofit leaders view autonomy versus control in the nonprofit sector and the impact this has on staff retention. They also share what mutual influence looks like in practice. afpglobal.org/shared-authori…
Seth J. Katzen, ACNP shared how a successful career in advertising led him to the nonprofit sector, the role resilience has played throughout his leadership journey, and why mentoring the next generation is essential to fundraising success. afpglobal.org/news/afp-membe…
Fundraising and community organizing may seem like different disciplines, but Brenda Barron argues they share the same foundation: meaningful relationships. She examines the parallels between the two and the moments that inspire people to take action. afpglobal.org/news/organizin…
Tami Bohannon, CFRE and Amy O'Sullivan, CFRE discuss where there is ambiguity in CEO/ development director responsibilities and how that can be clarified. They share ways to correct the relationship when it gets out of sync. afpglobal.org/power-partners…
In this engaging reflection, Gene Scanlan, Ph.D. shares leadership lessons from his first management role in a college dorm and explores how those early experiences shaped a 40-plus-year career in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and philanthropy. afpglobal.org/news/ap-perspe…
AFP has named the volunteer co-facilitators who will lead the FORGE working groups and advisory councils, helping turn the framework’s values of Fairness, Openness, Respect, Grace, and Empathy into meaningful action across the association. afpglobal.org/news/afp-reaff…
Eileen L. McNamara shares how nearly two decades in corporate marketing and communications, paired with years of volunteer board service, led her into a meaningful second career in fundraising. afpglobal.org/news/afp-membe…
This Hispanic Heritage Month feature shares how intentional storytelling, strategic event design, and community-centered leadership can help build stronger donor engagement and more inclusive pathways to leadership. afpglobal.org/news/beyond-se…
This article explores how common conversation starters can sometimes function as microaggressions and offers practical strategies for building more inclusive, welcoming connections at conferences, events, and in everyday professional interactions. afpglobal.org/news/when-inte…
