Maritime Fundraising Conference 2025

Starts:  Sep 15, 2025 09:00 AM (AT)
Ends:  Sep 16, 2025 05:00 PM (AT)
Associated with  AFP NS, Nova Scotia Chapter

Mark Your Calendars!

This year's conference will be held Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 - Ken Rowe Hall, 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax, NS

Announcing our Keynote Speaker!

Nneka Allen, CFRE, COC, PCC

Ticket Prices (inclusive of registration and credit card fees):

Rates

  • AFP Members* - $210
  • AFP Member Group Rate Special: 6 for the price of 5: $1,050
  • Non-Members - $245
  • Non-Member Group Rate Special - 6 for price of 5 - $1,225

Other Rates

  • Virtual Online Access - $70
  • Young Professionals - $115

Special Pre-Conference Workshop

  • AFP Nova Scotia exclusive high-level workshop presented by Global Philanthropic Canada half-day pre-session, Monday, September 15, 2025 - $100 (limited to 30 seats)

* AFP Member rate extended to CAGP Nova Scotia members.

IDEA Rate

AFP Nova Scotia is pleased to offer complimentary registrations to the Maritime Fundraising Conference as part of our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) in the fundraising sector. Current and future fundraisers/applicants from BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, or other under-represented communities may apply. Please fill out the questionnaire on our website. You will then receive a coupon code to be entered during the registration process. Please note: this rate covers the full cost of conference registration, and does not include travel, parking, accommodations, meals outside the conference program, or any other incidental costs. Participants are responsible for arranging and covering these expenses. Note: Deadline for IDEA Rate applications is Friday, September 5th, 2025, 5:00 p.m.

BNP Education Bursary

Small NFP organizations may have limited budgets with little or no flexibility for professional development opportunities, such as conference registrations. Thanks to our partnership with BNP Inspire we are proud to offer complimentary registration* for those working in small shops. Learn more and apply today.

Preferred Hotel

MFC25 is excited to partner with the Westin Nova Scotia (1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6) to offer a limited block of rooms to our out of town attendees. These rooms are available for $269/night +tax and can be booked here:Book your group rate for Association of Fundraising ProfessionalsBookings available with this block are available for the evening of Sunday, September 14, 2025 and Monday, September 15th.

We are committed to making this year's conference as barrier-free and inclusive as possible. Our conference space is Rick Hansen Certified (For more information about the venue's accessibility, please click here.

By attending MFC2025, we all agree to centre inclusion, equity, and a sense of connection across all communities and individuals. Our shared priority is the safety and well-being of all participants. We ask everyone to engage with an open heart and mind, curiosity, and respect, so that together, we create an environment where meaningful learning and belonging can thrive. We invite everyone to review the AFP Global Member Code of Conduct and Member Code of Conduct Enforcement Procedures in advance of the conference.

Location

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
1055 Marginal Road
Halifax, NS
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