AFP Massachusetts (AFP MA)

Welcome to afp massachusetts!

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) represents more than 26,000 members in over 240 chapters worldwide, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education, and certification programs. The association fosters the growth and development of fundraising professionals and promotes the highest ethical standards in the profession.

AFP Massachusetts is one of the largest and most active chapters of AFP and serves as the leading fundraising community in the Commonwealth. We are proud to be historically recognized as a Ten Star AFP Chapter and an IDEA Champion for our commitment to excellence, inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in philanthropy.

Our chapter provides training, mentoring, and networking opportunities that support and strengthen fundraising professionals across Massachusetts. Join us to connect with peers, grow your skills, and help shape the future of fundraising in our region!

Chapter Announcements

  • Conference 2026 Session Proposals are Due December 31, 2025

    We welcome session proposals for the AFP MA Chapter's 41st Annual Conference - Fundraising Day in Boston 2026. Submissions are due by December 31, 2025.

  • Massachusetts Gives Awardees 2025 have been announced!

    The Association of Fundraising Professionals Massachusetts Chapter is pleased to present Massachusetts Gives Awards Celebration, where we’ll honor exceptional individuals and organizations who make a difference through philanthropy. Each year, more than 200 guests gather in Boston to celebrate the impact of giving across our state.

Our Events


SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS

LEAD FOUNDATION DONOR

CHAPTER SPONSORS

BENEFACTORS

FRIENDS

Boston Medical Center

Changing Our World

Crescendo Interactive, Inc.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Development Guild DDI

Givzey / Version 2

Lindauer

Trillion

Virtuous