Get Involved

There are many ways for a fundraising professional to plug into the exciting array of events and special projects at AFP Washington. Join our important work by serving as a committee member or becoming an AFP Washington board member. Or, help plan our flagship event, National Philanthropy Day, and help inspire people with the power of philanthropy. We also invite you to make a difference in the fundraising community by making a donation to the Every Member Campaign, which supports the AFP Foundation.

Education and Professional Development Committee

This committee gathers information from members regarding desired trainings, speakers, and then plans the annual events calendar for AFP Washington.

Membership Committee

This committee stewards current AFP Washington members and works to recruit new members to the AFP network.

Communications Committee

This committee is responsible for coordinating email alerts, newsletters and website information for the membership.

Diversity Committee

This committee promotes diversity efforts within AFP Washington, the membership, and local non-profit community.

National Philanthropy Day Committee

This committee plans and produces the National Philanthropy Day event held every November. This AFP Washington-sponsored event is one of the largest of its kind in the country.

AFP Board of Trustees

The AFP Board of Trustees is a dedicated group of professionals who guide the direction of the organization.

AFP Foundation - The Every Member Campaign

Over 30 years ago, the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy was established to raise funds and support AFP´s programs and leadership - beyond what membership dues can provide. The Every Member Campaign is how, as professional fundraisers, we can "give back" to support services and resources that help us as fundraisers bring together nonprofits and donors.

The Foundation has been able to fund AFP initiatives that benefit members, increase accessibility to educational programs, fund new and innovative research, and conduct public education programs to enhance the environment for philanthropy.

Your support assists AFP in expanding programs and resources such as:

• The Essentials of Fundraising -- a series of classes developed to meet the real-world needs and challenges nonprofit organizations face every day, an invaluable resource for new and entry-level fundraisers.
• Expanded technology resources that reach more professionals with information, including online communities and eWire.
• Mentoring opportunities.
• Regional conferences and workshops.
• The growth of educational publications, such as Advancing Philanthropy and AFP´s Ready Reference Series.
• AFP Research Council grants that provide us with valuable information on new donor trends, regulatory and economic impact, and more.
• Your support will allow AFP to meet the challenges of our needs as professional fundraisers in this ever-changing world and dynamic profession.

Your support reflects an investment in our shared future as more knowledgeable and effective fundraisers who create an environment where philanthropy is flourishing, making the world a better place.

National Philanthropy Day

We invite your organization to sponsor National Philanthropy Day. Support of NPD honors the philanthropic spirit that makes the entire nonprofit sector possible. At the same time, you will gain valuable exposure to Washington´s professional fundraisers and their donors.