About Us

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is the professional association of individuals and organizations that generate philanthropic support for a wide variety of charitable institutions. Founded in 1960, AFP advances philanthropy through its more than 30,000 members in 230 chapters throughout the world. What started as a modest beginning in 1984 with 24 founding members, membership in the San Antonio chapter has grown to almost 200 members today.

The needs of our community are just as diverse as the people who live and work here. Over the years, area nonprofits have responded with services in every field, from healthcare to youth programs to the arts. AFP San Antonio brings local development professionals together to share our incredible work in the community. Our members represent the full range of nonprofit organizations including education, health care, human services, youth development, and arts, as well as faith-based groups and critical areas of expertise in fundraising and communications. 

MISSION STATEMENT

AFP, an association of professionals throughout the world, advances philanthropy by enabling people and organizations to practice ethical and effective fundraising. The core activities through which AFP fulfills this mission include education, training, mentoring, research, credentialing, and advocacy.

CORE VALUES

  • Collaboration- Recognize that we can better accomplish our purpose with the strong support of and partnership with other individuals and groups.
  • Education- Assures relevant and high-quality educational opportunities for fundraising professionals at all career points and in all staff roles.
  • Ethics- Universal adherence to the AFP Code of Ethical Principals and Standards, and ensure fundraising professionals are informed of ethical fundraising practices and the tenets of the Donor Bill of Rights.
  • Inclusiveness- Embrace ALL fundraising professionals, seek diversity, and encourage ALL to become active participants in the chapter.
  • Philanthropy- Recognize that philanthropy is transforming for both the giver and receiver, and it is what truly changes the world.
  • Professionalism- Adhere to best practices that are essential and critical to the advancement of philanthropy.
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