Benefits of Membership

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Western New York Chapter, an individual member association, advances philanthropy through education, training, and advocacy based on research, a code of ethical principles, and standards of professional practice. The benefits of AFP membership provide tools and resources essential to advancing philanthropy.

Professional Networking and Peer Support

One of the greatest benefits of AFP membership is the opportunity to network and exchange information with one’s peers, locally and internationally.  AFP is the largest professional fund-raising network in the world!

AFP WNY Member MENTOR PROGRAM

The AFP WNY Mentoring Program provides chapter members with one-on-one assistance to enhance their knowledge and skills as development professionals.  Participation as a Mentee is available to members of AFP WNY.  Participation as a Mentor is available to members of AFP WNY with demonstrated expertise in fundraising.  Participation is contingent upon the identification of an appropriate match. 

Mentorships take place for one year, with the details of the interaction determined by the Mentor and Mentee.  A mentorship typically involves monthly contact.  While there is no charge for this member benefit, at the conclusion of the mentorship, both parties are asked to submit an evaluation of the mentorship. 

Volunteer Leadership and Service Opportunities

Membership and participation in AFP brings you the opportunity to share and advance with your professional peers the ethics, high standards, and best practices in fundraising, toward the greater benefit of the local and international community. Providing leadership and board-level service in one’s chapter, strengthens the profession, the professional, and the community. A mentoring program links an experienced professional with those individuals or organizations that are in need of assistance.

Credentials in the Field and CFRE Study Group for Members
AFP membership brings you the opportunity and the challenge of earning the CFRE and ACFRE credentials, reflecting your deepest commitment toward improving your professional skills, and setting the highest example for peers to follow.   Earning these credentials merits you a higher level of professional opportunities and benefits.  AFP WNY will coordinate CFRE study groups as requested. 

Opportunity to Receive and Access to the Profession’s Foremost Collection of Knowledge

AFP Fund-Raising Resource Center

Maintains a comprehensive collection of books, periodicals, speeches, and audio/visual materials about fundraising and the not-for-profit sector.  Members may request information for free as a member benefit.

Advancing Philanthropy

Our bi-monthly professional magazine that contains articles written by experts and leaders in the field, sharing pertinent skills and knowledge to enhance your work as a fund-raising professional.

AFP News and Professional Posting
A monthly publication showcasing employment opportunities throughout North America, and enhanced by feature articles on member benefits and AFP happenings.

Member Profile

A triennial, research-based, report that examines demographics and career trends from members of AFP.

Download AFP WNY Application!

Just click on the link below and join us!  We will look forward to seeing you at the next AFP WNY event!

AFP WNY Membership Application