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New to fundraising, interested in learning more about the latest state of the fundraising profession, or looking for helpful IDEA resources to promote inclusivity in your fundraising efforts? AFP’s Guides & Resources have you covered.

Our Resource Guides provide focused collections of materials and content from AFP Global covering the issues and topics most important to fundraisers.

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Featured Resource: Mental Health Resources for Fundraisers

Working in a mission-driven profession, with limited resources and high expections, it can be easy to lose sight of your own mental health as you prioritize the goals of your organization. These resources from the Association of Fundraising Professionals are designed to help fundraisers evaluate their own mental health and find solutions to common challenges such as burnout, quiet quitting, and competing professional and personal priorities.  

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28 Aug 2018

Philanthropic Culture is Mission Driven

Michele Brock, MPA, CFRE, talks about why creating a culture of philanthropy is important—not just for donor retention and satisfaction but for the mission of your organization and those it serves—and what you can do to develop one.
Resource Donor Relations/Stewardship
28 Aug 2018

Preparing for an Advocacy Meeting

Preparing for a meeting with an elected official? Inform yourself beforehand by reviewing government and sector partner online resources.
Resource Boards and Volunteers
28 Aug 2018

Three Things You Need to Know About Hosting a Charity Auction

An auction can be one of the best ways to raise money for your cause—provided you know what you’re doing, of course. Here’s a bit of advice to help you get started.
Resource Special Events
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24 Aug 2018

From Hollywood to the Board Room: Sexual Harassment and Nonprofits [AFP Video Resource]

Jennifer S. Jackman, Partner at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, LLP, will discuss laws and offer practical advice on sexual harassment in relation to your staff and donors, the impact of claims on your nonprofit, and your duty to prevent these claims. [Recording Date: June 12, 2018]
Resource Boards and Volunteers Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
18 Jul 2018

Ethical Leadership: Are You Humble Enough?

What kind of leadership do we need in the nonprofit sector? Kimberly MacKenzie argues we need more ethical leadership.
Resource Ethics
05 Jul 2018

The 100% Fallacy: 7 Common Presumptions That Hold Your Fundraising Back

AFP chats with Tom Ahern, of Ahern Communications, about his recent webinar on fundraising fallacies, along with ways to deliver happiness to our customers: donors!
Resource Fundraising Basics
05 Jul 2018

Digital Giving Campaign Best Practices

Online campaigns are time intensive, but can quickly connect your social media and fan base with your campaign cause and then catapult those relationships. Here are steps to help you be successful.
Resource Online Fundraising/Social Media
11 Jun 2018

Gifts Happen: Tales from an Introverted Fundraiser

An introverted fundraiser confides her fears and successes.
Resource Donor Relations/Stewardship Diversity and Inclusion (IDEA)
11 Jun 2018

Seven Steps to Focus on the Art and Science of Grant Writing

Why is your grant portfolio underperforming? Jennifer Wilson shares steps to make your grant proposal more effective.
Resource Grants
11 Jun 2018

Fundraising Events: So Much More than Money

Cathy Mann shares her new perspective on the role of special events in fundraising.
Resource Special Events
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