Encouraging diversity within the fundraising profession
WASHINGTON, DC – March 14, 2016 – (RealEstateRama) — The AFP Massachusetts Chapter Diversity Fellowship provides up to ten qualified individuals annually with two year scholarships that include:
Membership in AFP International and Massachusetts Chapter for two years
Enrollment in AFP MA’s Fundraising Basics Course
Attendance at monthly educational workshops and brown bag lunches
A Mentor who offers guidance and how-to advice
Informal networking opportunities with current and past Fellows
Enrollment in the AFP MA Annual Conference on Philanthropy for two years
An AFP Massachusetts Fellow:
Works in a 501(c)(3) organization
Responsible for fundraising with an operating budget under $3 million or an organization that raises less than $1 million in private philanthropic dollars
Is a member of a racial or ethnically diverse background that is under represented in the development field
Has the full support of executive team to fully participate in the AFP MA Diversity Fellows Program
Commits to participate in all programs and events
Continues membership in the AFP Massachusetts Chapter at the conclusion of the Fellowship.
To learn more or apply for a fellowship: http://afpmass.org/diversity_fellows (link is external)
Click here to download the brochure.
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Massachusetts Chapter is an international 501(c)(3) association that advances and promotes philanthropy through education, training and advocacy. AFP fosters the spirit of fundraising, and promotes the latest in best practices to advance fundraising success. The Massachusetts Chapter, with 700 members, is the fifth largest chapter.
AFP Massachusetts Chapter
Carrie Winchman, Chapter Manager
465 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 421
Waltham, MA 02452
Tel 781.894.3140
info (at) afpmass (dot) org
