Be The Cause

Be The Cause Campaign

Philanthropy has the power to transform society, and fundraisers, like you, play a major role in this process. The BE the CAUSE Campaign embodies the importance and impact of a profession that values ethical and effective fundraising in the world and works in the interest of the public good. The campaign demonstrates what fundraisers do and why we do it.

Because education, training, mentoring, and research empower fundraisers. 
Because ethical and effective fundraising strengthen causes. 
Because donors and volunteers supporting causes they value transform society.

Your gift is a strategic investment in your chapter and the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy, supporting key initiatives such as:

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
To attract fundraisers and donors who reflect the diverse communities of our society.

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
To help fundraising professionals succeed at all stages of their careers.

RESEARCH
To increase knowledge of philanthropy for effective fundraising practices.

SCHOLARSHIPS
To provide fundraisers with educational and networking opportunities.

Questions?

To get involved with BE the CAUSE Campaign planning or for any questions, please contact Gerry Pantoja.

Your Support

Your support of the AFP Foundation is above and beyond AFP dues. When you join AFP, you receive products, programs, and services in exchange for your membership. The AFP Foundation raises revenue for fundraising innovation to underwrite the creation of new or enhance existing programs and services—adding value to your membership. The AFP Foundation also works to raise awareness about the role and impact of fundraising in philanthropy to nonprofit leaders and donors and the general public.

There are several ways to give to the BE the CAUSE Campaign:

One-time Gift: donate online, mail a check, call with a credit card, or transfer stock
Monthly Giving: Make a recurring gift and become a member of the Alpha Society
Pledge: Make a pledge with a specified payment schedule

All donors are recognized by the AFP Foundation through online donor listings and in AFP’s annual report. Those giving $1,000 or more are also acknowledged on signage at the AFP International Fundraising Conference. On a local level, donors should receive a donor pin and additional recognition from their chapter.

Donor Recognition Levels:

President’s Club: $1,000-$2,499
Ambassador’s Club - Emerald Level: $500-$999
Ambassador’s Club - Ruby Level: $250-$499
Ambassador’s Club - Sapphire Level: $100-$249
Friends of the Foundation: $50-$99

Thank You, Donors

AFPSBV extends a heartfelt thanks to our 2021 donors!

President's Club ($1,000+)	Ambassador's Club – Sapphire ($100+)	Friends of the Foundation ($50+)
Gerry Pantoja	Rebecca Anderson	Ashley Brown
Pamela A. Perkins-Dwyer	Rich Block	Elena Nicklasson
	Alicia Coffield	Eryn Shugart
Ambassador's Club – Ruby ($250+)	Adrienne De Guevara	Maple Street Management, Inc.
Stephen C. Baker	Geoff Green
Carrie Hughes	Karen Kawaguchi	AFP Contributors
Catherine Kort, MA	Molly Kemper, BA	Sam Franz
	Dena Jenson	Lisa M. Thomas, BA
	Anne Paul King	Christine Trunick
	Andrea McFarling
	Michelle Mc Ghee, CFEE, CFRE
	Michael Padden-Rubin
	Niki Chopra Richardson, MBA, CFRE
	Madeline Serrano Sattler
	Ryan Underlin
	Katherine Wertheim, CFRE
	Steve Willmont, CFRE
	Stephanie Wilson, CFRE
	Sarah Witmer