Affinity Group Program

AFP Charlotte: Connect with Your Peers

Fundraising presents unique challenges for every organization. Whether you're seeking new major donors, boosting annual appeal effectiveness, or planning a successful gala, finding solutions can be easier with the right support.
AFP Charlotte offers members a variety of free affinity groups tailored to specific roles and organizational needs. These groups provide a valuable platform for members to:
  • Share best practices and insights.
  • Network with colleagues facing similar challenges.
  • Gain new perspectives and innovative ideas.
  • Enhance your professional development.
Current Affinity Groups:
  • Annual Fund: For professionals focused on annual giving campaigns.
  • Development Management: For supervisors leading fundraising teams.
  • Major Gifts: For those raising gifts of $5,000 or more.
  • Emerging Fundraising Leaders: For professionals with less than five years of experience.
  • Nonprofit Communications: For those focused on marketing and communications within nonprofits.
    • Group Leader: Vacant
  • Planned Giving: For professionals specializing in planned gifts and estate planning.
  • Small Shop: For development professionals working on teams of two or fewer.
    • Group Leader: Vacant
*Contact group leaders for more information and register for Affinity Group sessions on the chapter events page.
**Interested in becoming an Affinity Group leader? Email Adam I. Wassell, CFRE