AFP Ethics

Ethical standards and principles are the foundation of donor confidence and public trust. AFP is committed to upholding these values through the fundraising profession's only enforceable code of ethics, supported by a self-governed process for addressing ethical concerns and promoting accountability.

To foster ethical, effective, and donor-centered fundraising, all AFP members are required to adhere to the AFP Code of Ethical Principles and Standards. The Code provides clear guidance for fundraising professionals and serves as the cornerstone of responsible philanthropic practice. Compliance is supported through an enforcement process administered by the AFP Ethics Committee and highlighted annually during AFP Ethics Awareness Month each October.

To learn more about AFP's commitment to ethics and professional standards, visit the Ethics section of the AFP Global website. If you have an ethics-related question, contact the AFP Ethics Committee at ethics@afpglobal.org.