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 philanthropy and our work as fundraising professionals. Throughout February, we recognize Black History Month as an opportunity to honour the leadership, resilience, contributions, …
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Monthly Newsletter: January Edition
Happy New Year, AFP Greater Vancouver Members! I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself and let you know I’m thrilled to share that I’ve stepped into the role of President for the AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter. It’s an incredible privilege to continue this work alongside our dedicated board, and I’m so grateful for …
AFP Greater Vancouver – Monthly Membership Newsletter: December Edition
Monthly Newsletter: December Edition Dear Members, As we close out 2025, this is a perfect opportunity to pause and say thank you. This chapter continues to thrive because of the dedication of our Board of Directors and volunteer committees. These are members who give their time and talent because they care deeply about our profession …
Monthly Membership Newsletter: November Edition
Monthly Newsletter: November Edition Dear Members, 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 …
Monthly Membership Newsletter: October Edition
Dear Members, Happy Ethics Awareness Month! This month I would like to take the opportunity to celebrate you for being resilient. This is the second holiday season we have been faced with potential postal strikes impacting our fundraising strategies and yet we always find a way to evolve and get the job done while continuing …
Monthly Membership Newsletter: July Edition
Dear Members, As we enjoy the height of summer, I hope you’re finding time to rest, recharge, and reflect on the first half of the year. It’s been an energizing start to 2025, and our chapter leadership is so proud of the connections and learning opportunities that we have shared with you so far this …
Monthly Membership Newsletter – June Edition
Dear Members, Another month has come and gone and somehow half the year is almost gone. Looking back to AFP ICON, I had the opportunity to share our chapter’s IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access) workplan to chapter representatives from across North America. Greater Vancouver is regularly seen as a leader in advancing AFP’s strategic …
February Member Spotlight: Shuai’s Journey from Corporate to Fundraising Success
Meet Shuai Gu (she/her), a dedicated fundraiser making waves in the nonprofit sector. Shuai currently serves as Manager, Major Gifts at Burnaby Hospital Foundation, where she builds meaningful connections with donors and inspires generosity within her community. For Shuai, the journey into fundraising wasn’t something she had planned. After many years in the corporate world, …
AFP Greater Vancouver – Government Relations Update
Dear AFP Greater Vancouver Members, Your Government Relations Committee is pleased to share with you an update about recent advocacy work on behalf of the membership base. Provincial Advocacy: In December, shortly after the creation of the 43rd Parliament of British Columbia, this committee along with our colleagues at AFP Vancouver Island and AFP Interior …
Thank You Message From President, Sofia Janmohamed
Dear AFP Members and Friends, As I conclude my two-year term as President today, I want to share that it has been a true honour to serve the membership and a most humbling opportunity to do so through a pandemic. I look forward to continuing to serve you as Immediate Past President for my final term. …