AFP Alabama

THE organization for fundraising professionals in the Birmingham-metro area.

The Alabama Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) is part of a larger network of more than 30,000 members in 207 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs. AFP fosters development and growth of fundraising professionals and promotes high ethical standards in the fundraising profession.

09/03/2026

🌟 HONOR A PHILANTHROPIC LEADER: NO NOMINATION REQUIRED! 🌟
Do you have an extraordinary volunteer, dedicated donor, or tireless program supporter who keeps your mission alive? Now is your chance to give them the ultimate thank you at AFP Alabama's 2026 National Philanthropy Day Celebration!
Skip the stressful nomination paperwork. The Volunteer in Philanthropy (VIP) Award is a direct way to guarantee your MVP gets the public recognition they deserve.

📅 Event Details:
📆 Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: The Club • Birmingham, Alabama
⏳ DEADLINE TO RESERVE: September 13, 2026 (or until all 8 slots are filled!)

For additional details email [email protected]

08/28/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 National Philanthropy Day Award recipients!

We’re thrilled to celebrate the individuals, organizations, and businesses being recognized by the AFP Alabama Chapter for their outstanding contributions to philanthropy across our state.

🏆 William M. and Virginia B. Spencer Outstanding Philanthropist Award
Mike Thompson
Nominated by Community Food Bank of Central Alabama

🏆 United Way of Central Alabama Outstanding Civic Leader Award
Dr. Tracey Morant Adams
Nominated by United Way of Central Alabama

🏆 Outstanding Corporate Citizen Award
Regions Bank
Nominated by Community Food Bank of Central Alabama and Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham

🏆 Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham Outstanding Financial Advisor Award
Frank C. “Butch” Ellis, Jr.
Nominated by University of Montevallo Foundation

🏆 William S. Roth Outstanding Fundraising Executive Award
Jim Trotter
Nominated by Walker Area Community Foundation

🏆 Protective Life Outstanding Charitable Organization
Navigate Affordable Housing Partners
Nominated by Children’s Aid Society of Alabama

🏆 Bill Moran Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy
Zach Goldman and Raeed Kabir
Nominated by The University of Alabama

🏆 AFP Alabama Chapter IDEA Award
Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham
Nominated by Children’s Aid Society of Alabama

Please join us in congratulating this year’s honorees! We can’t wait to celebrate them at National Philanthropy Day on November 13 at The Club at 11:30 a.m.
Purchase event tickets here: https://afpalabamanpd.swell.gives/

Read the full announcement from Business Alabama Magazine: https://tinyurl.com/yerhth7u

08/19/2026

Thank you to Calder Sinclair of Sinclair, Townes & Company for sharing at our most recent chapter meeting. We walked away with practical ideas to help us close out 2026 strong and prepare for a successful 2027.

08/05/2026

Register Today!

At our August 12 chapter meeting we will welcome Calder Sinclair as he shares how we can maximize our year-end fundraising.
Register now: https://lnkd.in/eW-ga_fq

Giving records indicate that approximately 1/3 of charitable giving is donated during the last quarter of the year, so it stands to reason that our fundraising plans should be informed by this giving skew.

Hear how tax-wise giving recommendations can be piggy-backed onto your annual giving year-end appeals. And thinking ahead, learn how recent giving trends can inform your 2027 fundraising plans while staying true to the central importance of successful major giving.

Whether you’re crafting appeals, grant proposals and campaign messaging, you’ll leave with insights you can apply immediately. We hope you’ll join us for this important and timely discussion.

08/04/2026

📣August Chapter Meeting - Get Ready for Year-End Fundraising Now!
We hope you will join us for our upcoming Chapter Meeting on August 12 featuring Calder Sinclair of Sinclair, Townes & Company, an Atlanta-based fundraising consulting firm. This session will provide timely strategies and insights to help you prepare for a successful year-end fundraising season. We would love to see you there!

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/y2676684

08/03/2026

Thank you to Ken Miller, CFRE, and Marci Bradley, CFRE, for leading an outstanding Donor Advised Funds Workshop! Your expertise helped demystify DAFs for a group of more than 80 fundraising professionals, and we are grateful for your willingness to share your knowledge and practical insights.

If you missed the workshop, you'll have another opportunity to learn from Ken and Marci at the upcoming AFP LEAD Conference in New Orleans. Thank you both for investing in our profession and helping fundraisers better serve their donors and organizations!

07/23/2026

⏰⚠️📣 Registration Closes Friday!
There's still time to register for AFP Alabama's Donor-Advised Fund Essentials Workshop on Wednesday, July 29—but don't wait! Registration closes this Friday.

Whether you're new to donor-advised funds or looking to strengthen your existing knowledge, this interactive workshop will provide practical strategies and insights you can put to work right away. You'll learn from AFP Global facilitators Ken Miller, CFRE, and Marci Bradley, CFRE, and connect with fundraising professionals from across Alabama.

👉Visit our workshop page for the full agenda and module details and link to register:
https://tinyurl.com/2t2tbpe6

Registration
$25 AFP Alabama Member
$40 Non-Member
Lunch will be served.
Not an AFP member yet? Take advantage of the $50 off AFP Global membership dues offer for new members through July 31 and start enjoying the benefits of AFP membership today!

✨Workshop Scholarships are still available! For more information on how to apply, please contact the AFP Alabama Chapter Administrator at [email protected].

07/20/2026

📣👉 DON'T WAIT - REGISTER TODAY!
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to AFP Alabama’s upcoming Donor Advised Funds Workshop, a practical, hands-on half-day session focused on helping fundraising professionals better understand and engage donor-advised fund donors in today’s philanthropic landscape.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
10:00am - 3:00pm
Registration is $25 for AFP Alabama members and $40 for non-members.
Location: Junior League of Birmingham
Register today: https://tinyurl.com/3keh6dw9

07/14/2026

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE - APPLY TODAY
Deadline: Wednesday, July 15

Scholarships are available for the Donor Advised Funds Workshop! Apply today at: https://tinyurl.com/3uc9bk9h

Event Information:
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Junior League of Birmingham
10:00am - 3:00pm

AFP Alabama’s upcoming Donor Advised Funds Workshop is a practical, hands-on half-day session focused on helping fundraising professionals better understand and engage donor-advised fund donors in today’s philanthropic landscape.

07/07/2026

Donor Advised Funds Workshop - REGISTER TODAY!

We’re looking forward to welcoming you to AFP Alabama’s upcoming Donor Advised Funds Workshop, a practical, hands-on half-day session focused on helping fundraising professionals better understand and engage donor-advised fund donors in today’s philanthropic landscape.

Wednesday, July 29, 2026
10:00am - 3:00pm
Registration is $25 for AFP Alabama members and $40 for non-members.
Location: Junior League of Birmingham
Register today: https://tinyurl.com/3keh6dw9

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