Welcome to the Rhode Island Chapter!

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Rhode Island Chapter (AFP-RI) is dedicated to improving the skills of fundraising professionals, increasing the participation of members and non-members alike in chapter activities and expanding our professional and career opportunities to embrace the diversity of our communities.

MISSION: The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) empowers individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education, networking, research and advocacy.

2025 Youth in Philanthropy Scholar Cecelia Jarosz with AFP-RI Board Member Amy Gonsalves

2025 Outstanding Philanthropic Citizen Barbara A. Papitto with AFP-RI Board Member Tim McCaig

2025 Outstanding Philanthropic Business: O-N Radio Woonsocket

Members of the 2025 AFP-RI Board of Directors at the National Philanthropy Day Celebration

Announcements

Cheers to the New Year Networking Event

By: Jessica Frantz , 2 hours ago

Join us for the annual Cheers to the New Year celebration on January 20. Join fellow nonprofit leaders to raise a glass, reconnect after the holidays, and kick off 2026 with great conversation and community. Start the year surrounded by colleagues who get it!

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Support AFP-RI

By: Jessica Frantz , one month ago

As you’re considering your year-end giving, we invite you to support AFP-RI and the AFP Foundation’s Be The Cause campaign. Your support strengthens professional development, scholarships, and the resources that elevate our entire sector. Thank you for all you do to advance philanthropy — and for helping us continue this work in the year ahead.

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