Mentorship Program


2024 Mentor cohort

Elevate Your Fundraising Career with AFP Florida First Coast's Mentorship Program

“The mentorship I’ve had with Doug Walker is the professional highlight of my year! He is so kind and incredibly insightful. I always leave our meetings feeling more centered and ready to tackle my work as a fundraiser. His guidance has been invaluable, so I am forever grateful for you matching us.”   Brigette Todd



Mentorship Program Highlights:

    • Connect with Industry Leaders: Our mentorship program pairs seasoned fundraisers with rising nonprofit leaders, fostering growth and development in the fundraising community.
    • For Emerging and Experienced Fundraisers: New to fundraising? Apply as a mentee to gain valuable insights. Seasoned professional? Share your expertise by becoming a mentor.

Program Structure:

    • Duration: The program runs for the entire calendar year of 2025.
    • Monthly Meetings: Mentor-mentee pairs meet once a month for an hour, either via Zoom or, preferably, in person.
    • Semi-Structured Curriculum: Engage in discussions on a variety of topics, including real-life fundraising challenges, professional development and career escalation along with specific fundraising strategies including Giving Tuesday outreach, major gifts, special events, capital campaigns, and planned giving approaches.
    • Check-Ins: Participate in a few gatherings with the entire mentor-mentee cohort to discuss progress, share experiences, and enhance the mentoring experience.

Application Details:

    • Who Can Apply: Open to all AFP members. Fundraisers with less than five years of experience may apply to be mentees. Those with five or more years of experience are invited to become mentors.
    • Application Process: Use the same application form for both roles, simply check the appropriate box for mentor or mentee.
    • Application Deadline: Submit your application online below by December 15, 2024.
    • Questions? Please contact: Jan Kary, CFRE  jkary@verizon.net  202-438-6750 



Applications for the 2025 AFP Florida First Coast Mentorship Program are now open. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career and make meaningful connections in the fundraising field. Apply today!