November is a month that brings both reflection and momentum. As we all navigate year-end fundraising, I continue to be inspired by the creativity, resilience, and professionalism within our community. Your work ensures that generosity continues to move, even when systems around us like Canada Post can attempt to slow us down.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for National Philanthropy Day last week and congratulations to our seven Giving Hearts Awards recipients for 2025. It was a privilege to celebrate the philanthropists and volunteers who make our sector stronger. The energy in the room was a powerful reminder of the purpose that connects us.
As we look ahead to Giving Tuesday, I hope you find inspiration in this shared season of generosity and take the opportunity to remember that as a fundraiser, you make impact happen.
Thank you for the leadership you bring to Greater Vancouver’s fundraising community.
With appreciation,
Kyle Tiney, CFRE
President, AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter
AGM & Social
Join us on Tuesday, November 25, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at YWCA Hotel for the 2025 AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter Annual General Meeting & Networking Mingler. Connect with fellow fundraising professionals, celebrate our collective achievements, and hear what’s ahead for our chapter.
The Annual General Meeting is held in order to:
- Receive and file the Financial Statements of AFP Greater Vancouver for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Vote on the Board of Director nominees.
- Transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting, or any adjournment thereof.
There will be ample time to network and mingle with attendees. It’s the perfect opportunity to share those last minute Giving Tuesday and end of year fundraising plans!
Cost
Member – Free
Non-Member – $20.00 + 5% GST = $21.00
Agenda
5:30 pm – Registration & Networking
6:30 pm – AGM
6:45 pm – Networking
8:00 pm – Wrap Up
Register by Friday, November 21.
2026 Vancouver Fundraising Day
AFP Greater Vancouver is proud to be the Association Partner of DM Magazine’s Vancouver Fundraising Day on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at SFU Harbour Centre. Session themes include Digital Transformation, Major Cultural Shifts, Evolving Donor Behaviour, Declining Volunteerism, Shifting Funding Trends, New AI & Data Analytics. AFP members receive 20% off standard registration rates. Session details and speakers along with registration details can be found here.
Government RelationsOn Friday, November 14, we celebrated our sector and its impact at our 28th National Philanthropy Day and Giving Hearts Award. While Parliamentary Secretary Amshen was unable to join us to celebrate, she did offer greetings from the government via video message.
For those subscribers to the Globe and Mail, you may have also seen that AFP Canada published an article (free to read), highlighting not only the impact that donors have across our country but also reinforcing why we require a dedicated secretariat for the charitable sector. I played a small role in providing context from a British Columbian perspective and have since shared this article with both Parliamentary Secretary Amshen and my Member of Parliament. I would welcome all to also share it with their local Member of Parliament.
Finally, this is my last time writing as our chapter’s Vice President of Government Relations and I would like to take the opportunity to thank all the members that participated in our advocacy work over my five years working firstly as Committee Chair followed by my time as Vice President.
With thanks,
Neil McEachern
National Philanthropy Day
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 28th annual National Philanthropy Day celebration.
Congratulations to our 2025 Giving Hearts Awards recipients:
- Spirit of Generosity: Bruce Munro Wright
- Outstanding Small Business: BP Media Inc.
- Outstanding Corporation: Save-On-Foods
- Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser: Pao Yao Koo
- Outstanding Youth Philanthropist: Dane Sung
- Outstanding Legacy Philanthropist: The Honourable Judge Patricia Janzen and Gavin Hume K.C
- Outstanding IDEA Inspiration: Simon Fraser University
Photos from the event are available to view and download: Jay Shaw Photography (Download pin: 5501) and Selfie Ring Photos.
We are extremely grateful to our event sponsors who made the event possible.
Your Voice Matters: Share Your Feedback in Our Quick Survey!
Our Professional Development Committee would love your input! Take our (very) quick survey to help us better support your fundraising work and strengthen the impact we create together. Tell us what professional development topics you’d like to see in our 2026 event calendar — your feedback helps shape the learning opportunities we offer!
Welcoming Our Newest Members
A very warm welcome to the following AFP Greater Vancouver members joining us this month:
- Jay E.
- Oyindamola F.
- Sara B.
AFP Member Exclusive: $100 Credit for Online Learning
AFP Global is proud to offer all members a $100 credit for webinars or conference recordings through the AFP Blue Sky/Path Learning Management System (LMS). This credit can be used for premium webinars, archived webinars, past conference recordings, or any other content in the online learning platform. The credit expires on December 31, 2025, and does not carry over year to year, so make sure to use it before it expires!
Organizational Members
We’re excited to continue our feature spotlighting the outstanding organizations that make up AFP Greater Vancouver. Each month, we randomly select one of our local organizational members to showcase the meaningful impact they’re creating in our community.
For November, we’re proud to highlight Fraser River Discovery Centre Society — Canada’s only organization dedicated exclusively to interpreting and celebrating the Fraser River, the largest salmon-bearing river in North America. As both a designated museum and science centre, FRDCS offers dynamic programming that explores the river’s historical, environmental, and cultural significance.
Their mission? To unite the many voices and stories of the Fraser — discovering, celebrating, and inspiring passionate stewards of this vital waterway.
We’re deeply grateful to all our organizational members for the leadership, innovation, and generosity they bring to the fundraising sector. Your work uplifts communities and strengthens the future of philanthropy.
Did you know? AFP Greater Vancouver’s Organizational Membership gives your entire fundraising team access to exclusive benefits — from professional development and networking to sector-wide recognition. It’s a smart investment in your people and a powerful way to grow your impact.
🔗Explore the benefits and see our current organizational members
Final Reminder: $50 Membership Discount
AFP Global is giving new members a $50 discount on membership dues when joining under the Professional or Associate categories.
This limited-time offer runs from October 1 to November 30 — just use promo code CADNPD502025 at checkout.
Now’s the perfect time to become part of the AFP community and invest in your professional growth!
✨Upcoming Training Opportunity (at no cost)
Art of Financial Storytelling: Inspiring Donors Through Numbers
We’re pleased to share a FREE AFP webinar designed to help you transform financial data into a story that inspires donor confidence, trust, and action. This session will equip nonprofit leaders and fundraisers with techniques to clearly communicate how your organization’s resources are turned into meaningful impact — and why that impact matters.
You’ll explore strategies for conveying your organization’s true costs, strengthening funding proposals, and using the financial information donors care about most to make stronger asks and build deeper relationships.
This training will be available for a limited time in 2025.
Registration link and details coming soon.
Career Opportunities
Looking for your next big opportunity? Explore the latest openings on the AFP Job Board — or share your own listing to connect with top fundraising talent. Whether you’re hiring or job hunting, this is your go-to destination for career growth in the sector.
- Fraser Academy Association – Communications Officer (November 21)
- British Columbia Schizophrenia Society – Development Officer (November 22)
- Royal BC Museum Foundation – Director of Development (November 24)
- Arts Club Theatre – Associate Director of Major Gifts (November 27)
- Congregation Schara Tzedeck – Director of Development (November 28)
- The University of British Columbia – Senior Director, Awards (November 30)
- VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation – Director, Campaign Operations (December 5)
- BC Cancer Foundation – Executive Director, Gift and Estate Planning (December 12)
Volunteer Opportunities
AFP Greater Vancouver is seeking passionate, community-driven leaders and volunteers to help shape the future of fundraising in our region. We’re looking for Chairs, Co-Chairs, and committee members who want to create meaningful change, build lasting connections, and strengthen our local sector.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, your voice matters — and your experience can make a real difference.
- Communications Committee (including Chair or Co-Chair leadership)
- Government Relations Committee (including Chair or Co-Chair leadership)
- IDEA Committee (including Chair or Co-Chair leadership)
- Membership Committee (including Chair or Co-Chair leadership)
- National Philanthropy Day Committee (including Co-Chair leadership)
- Partnerships Committee (including Chair or Co-Chair leadership)
- Professional Development Committee
Learn more about our volunteer opportunities.