President’s Message

LAUREN NELSON

Development professionals produce the resources that drive a vibrant Central Florida nonprofit sector. Even bigger than that, AFP members produce the resources that create an environment that allow Central Florida to become a place where people want to live and businesses want to thrive.

Upcoming Events

Special Events - They are Worth it!

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Presenter: Joan Mound, ejIMPACT


A New State of Giving: Central Florida’s Coming Transfer of Wealth

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Presenter: Mark Brewer


Whats Wrong with Your Fundraising and How You Can Fix It

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Presenter: Linda Lysakowski and Ellen Bristol


Do not put your organization in Jeopardy

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Presenter: Alyce Lee Stansbury


CFRE Study Group Application

Deadline, Thursday, April 1, 2012.


Everyday my colleagues wake up ready to make a positive change in our community. Whether it's helping the homeless get back on their feet, ensuring that no child goes home hungry over the weekend, or inspiring the next generation of engineers or doctors; fundraisers are hard at work behind the scenes at Central Florida nonprofits.

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Central Florida chapter is home to more than 200 fundraising professionals, each dedicated to advancing philanthropy in our community. These professionals join AFP because it's a place where they can connect with others in the fundraising profession, and grow their own skills and knowledge base.

What do people like most about being members of AFP Central Florida? There are many different reasons: networking, mentorship, ethical guidance, understanding data & market research, certification, career advancement, advocacy, and access to thought leaders and respected speakers. (Just to name a few.)

If you are not a member of AFP, I invite you to consider membership in the Central Florida chapter. Get the full experience at a luncheon or go on location for an interactive webinar. We look forward to meeting you!

"The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning." - Mitch Albom,Tuesday’s With Morrie

Sincerely,
Lauren Nelson
President, AFP Central Florida




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The Association of Fundraising Professionals is a membership organization that promotes philanthropy and fosters the growth and development of fundraising professionals through advocacy, research, education, and certification. AFP and the AFP Central Florida Chapter require member adherence to a code of ethical standards and practices.

“ Central Florida’s recognized leader in ethical and effective fundraising for those engaged in philanthropy. ”