Volunteer Opportunities

Chapter Volunteer Opportunities

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The AFP Arkansas Chapter is powered by volunteers like you. 
Join a committee and be part of the team moving philanthropy forward!

📢 Communications Committee
Love storytelling and strategy? This committee manages our chapter’s voice through newsletters, social media, and marketing. Volunteers work together to share member highlights, promote programs, and spread the word about philanthropy in Arkansas. A great fit for anyone who enjoys writing, design, or digital outreach.

🎓 Education & IDEA Committee
If you’re passionate about professional growth, this is the place for you! This committee plans monthly programs that bring valuable learning opportunities to our members. Volunteers help identify speakers, shape topics, and ensure AFP Arkansas continues offering high-quality programming that is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) in all chapter activities.

⚖️ Internal Governance & Governmental Affairs Committee
This committee keeps our chapter strong and connected to the larger philanthropic landscape. Volunteers help review policies, ensure compliance with AFP standards, and stay informed on advocacy issues that impact fundraising professionals in Arkansas. It’s a great fit for anyone interested in governance, ethics, or policy work, and it offers a chance to help guide AFP Arkansas from behind the scenes.

🤝 Membership Committee
Our members are the heart of AFP. This committee focuses on recruiting, welcoming, and engaging members throughout the year. Volunteers help with outreach, create opportunities for networking, and support mentorship connections that strengthen our community.

🏆 National Philanthropy Day & Festival of Philanthropy Committees
Help plan our signature event celebrating philanthropy in Arkansas! These committees coordinate nominations, awards, sponsorships, and event details for National Philanthropy Day. Volunteers get hands-on experience in event planning and play a direct role in honoring the generosity that strengthens our communities.

To learn more about available positions on the AFP- Arkansas Chapter Board,
Please contact Chapter President, Ryan Miller 
ryanomiller@gmail.com
Your voice matters. Lend your time and talents to a committee and make a lasting impact on philanthropy in Arkansas.

AFP Global's Volunteer Opportunities

Just joined AFP and don't know where to turn or how to get involved? Long-time member looking for a new, rewarding challenge?

AFP volunteers are at all stages in their development careers, from newcomers to senior-level professionals. They are the heart of AFP – from helping to guide and support the mission of the Association, to developing and sharing knowledge about the profession, and more.

Volunteering is a great way to develop professionally, grow your network, build your career, gain new insights and perspectives, and give back to the fundraising profession.

From running for a Global board position or joining an AFP Global committee, to submitting a proposal for our professional development programming, or becoming a public policy advocate, there's an opportunity here for everyone! 

Visit the Get Involved page on the AFP Global website for more information.

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