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AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter

Supporting Greater Vancouver’s Fundraising Professionals

AFP is a global association of 31,000+ professionals working to advance philanthropy by enabling people and organizations to practice effective and ethical fundraising.

AFP’s Greater Vancouver Chapter supports the AFP’s mission and our membership through education, training, mentoring, research, credentialing, and advocacy.

AFP is the world’s leading organization for fundraising professionals – for professional development, networking, education, mentoring, research, credentialing, and advocacy. Each chapter adheres to the values, accountability, and ethics of our global organization.

Vision

AFP will be the recognized leader in the promotion of philanthropy by empowering fundraisers to serve humankind throughout the world.

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AFP Greater Vancouver is proud to have achieved AFP IDEA Champion status in 2026.

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AFP Greater Vancouver is proud to have received the Ten Star Gold Award in 2026.

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Discover the Benefits & Rewards of an AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter Membership

In addition to receiving AFP Global resources and opportunities, Greater Vancouver Chapter members enjoy a connection to a local network of hundreds of colleagues, exclusive or discount access to exceptional professional development opportunities, and much more. Join us!

Discounts on Educational Seminars

Mentorship Program

Cutting-Edge Fundraising Webinars

Conference Discounts

CFRE Study Groups

Scholarship Opportunities

Job Alerts

Volunteer Opportunities

Recent News Posts

Monthly Membership Newsletter: April Edition

April 17, 2026

Monthly Membership Newsletter: April Edition

Monthly Newsletter: April Edition Hello and happy April! For those of you I haven’t met yet, my name is Rachael Zapp, and I currently volunteer as Vice President, Chapter Engagement with AFP Gre ...

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Government Relations Update

April 13, 2026

Government Relations Update

Understanding BC Budget 2026 Through a Non-profit Lens   Reflections from AFP Greater Vancouver’s Government Relations Portfolio BC Budget 2026 set a cautious fiscal tone for the province and non-p ...

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Monthly Membership Newsletter: March Edition

March 18, 2026

Monthly Membership Newsletter: March Edition

Monthly Newsletter: March Edition Dear AFP Greater Vancouver Members, It’s a pleasure to introduce myself in my new role as VP, Community Engagement with AFP Greater Vancouver. I first became in ...

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Monthly Membership Newsletter: February Edition

February 19, 2026

Monthly Membership Newsletter: February Edition

Dear AFP Greater Vancouver Members, February invites us into a month of reflection, generosity, and action, as well as being the traditional month of love, these values are at the heart of philanthrop ...

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“As a pebble thrown into a lake creates ripples, so AFP touches lives and affects philanthropy in countless, unknown ways.”

– William Simms, AFP Co-founder

Upcoming Events

National Volunteer Week

Sun Apr 19, 2026
12:00 am – 11:59 pm

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AFP ICON

Sun Apr 26, 2026
07:00 am – 02:30 pm

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AFP Global – Membership Benefits Refresher Webinar

Thu May 7, 2026
11:00 am – 11:30 am

Members Only? Yes

Virtual Event? Yes

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Become a CFRE

The Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is a voluntary credential that is recognized worldwide, signifying a confident, ethical fundraising professional. It is how today’s fundraiser shows accountability, service, and commitment to making a difference for good. The CFRE credential is vital to a fundraiser’s professional growth and sets the standard for ethical practice in the sector.

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