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With your membership, you will enjoy a wealth of career-building programs,
educational resources, networking opportunities, and exclusive member discounts.
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AFP Membership - An Investment in Yourself
Now more than ever, investing in yourself is essential. AFP provides top-tier resources at the best value to help you and your organization succeed.
How AFP Supports Your Success:
- Premier Training & Education – Access industry-leading education, certifications, and professional development at every career stage.
- Fresh Ideas & Trends – Stay informed with the AFP Daily newsletter, Advancing Philanthropy magazine, and real-time updates.
- Expert Access & Networking – Connect through AFP Webinars, AFP Connect forums, and local chapter events.
- Benchmarks for Growth – Leverage AFP research like the Fundraising Effectiveness Project and Compensation & Benefits Report.
How AFP Strengthens Your Organization:
- Ethics & Accountability – Uphold the highest standards with AFP’s Code of Ethics and Donor Bill of Rights.
- Diversity & Inclusion – Expand your donor base and build inclusive leadership.
- Public Policy Advocacy – Shape fundraising-friendly policies and protect charitable giving.
- Leadership Development – Equip boards and staff with essential fundraising skills to exceed goals.
AFP membership is an investment in your career and your organization’s future. Stay engaged and let AFP help you achieve your professional and philanthropic goals!
AFP Member Benefits
Below are major benefits you'll receive when you join the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Sound good? Then Join AFP and become a part of the world's largest community of charitable fundraisers.
| Research and Practice Tools
• AFP Code of Ethical Principles and Standards
• Ethics Assessment Inventory
• International Statement of Ethical Principles
• Promote Donor Bill of Rights
• AFP Website
• Fundraising Tools & Templates
• AFP Connect online forum
Professional Development
• Complimentary webinars
• AFP Compensation and Benefits Report
• Fundraising Effectiveness Project
• Nonprofit Research Collaborative Survey
• Advancing Philanthropy Magazine - Print
• Advancing Philanthropy Magazine - Digital
• AFP Daily newsletter
• Membership Directory
• Consultants and Resource Directory
• AFP Career Center
• Mentoring Programs
• Serve on AFP Global Committees/Task Forces
• Serve on AFP Global Board of Directors
• Strategic Alliance memberships with sister fundraising organizations
• AFP eCourses with MindEdge
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Member Discounts
• AFP ICON (AFP's international conference on fundraising)
• AFP LEAD (AFP's annual leadership conference)
• AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising
• CFRE Review Course
• Hemispheric Congress (biannual event in Mexico)
• AFP Premium Webinars
• ACFRE Certification
• CFRE Certification
Available Chapter Benefits
• Networking
• Member Discounts on Monthly Educational Programs
• Member Discounts on Chapter Conferences
• Member Discounts on National Philanthropy Day events
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Chapter Scholarships
• Chapter Newsletter
• Chapter Mentoring Program
• Chapter Career Center
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AFP Membership: FAQs
Have questions about AFP membership? The FAQs below should answer them. If you have more, please contact the Member/Chapter Services Department at AFP Global at (800) 666-3863.
Does my membership belong to me, or to the organization I work for?
It depends on the type of membership that you join. If you are a Professional, Young Professional, Collegiate or Associate member, the membership is yours and goes with you if leave an organization.
The Nonprofit Organizational Membership for both large and small organizations, and the Executive Circle Business Member or Endorser Business Member belongs to the organization or company. If an employee leaves, the organization may replace the name of the designated member. New members still need to fill out a membership application and sign their adherence to the AFP Code of Ethical Principles and Standards.
Does my membership stay with me if I switch organizations?
If you are in one of the individual membership categories the membership goes with you if you switch organizations.
How much does membership cost?
When a member joins AFP, they join both the global organization and a local chapter (exceptions exist if a chapter is not located close to the member). Thus, a member pays annual dues to both the International Headquarters and the chapter.
How much are the dues to AFP Global?
Your membership dues depend on the type of membership applicable to you. Members must self-assess to determine the type of membership for which they are eligible. Prospective members should self-determine the category of membership, and renewing members should review and reassess membership categories. Visit our AFP Membership Categories and Pricing page for more information.
How much are chapter dues?
Chapter dues vary from $25 to $125, depending on the chapter. *AFP Texas Plains Chapter Dues: $25
Visit our AFP Membership Categories and Pricing page for more information.
How can I find out if there is a chapter in my local area?
Search in the Chapters section or contact the AFP Global at (800) 666-3863.
How long does my membership last?
Your membership lasts 12 months, starting in the month you officially become a member.
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