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Welcome to the Golden Gate Chapter

Founded in 1971, the Association of Fundraising Professionals Golden Gate Chapter provides professional support, education, and career enhancement opportunities for Bay Area fundraising professionals and with close to 400 active members, is one of the largest regional chapters of AFP in the nation. Our Chapter champions diversity and enjoys a high level of volunteer participation and we are grateful for the generous contributions of Bay Area foundations, corporations and individuals who make our dynamic educational programs possible.

• Missed our February 7 Luncheon? Click here for a copy of the presentation.
• Learn about our Chapter's new direction in educational offerings.
• Learn about AFP Nonprofit Organizational Membership.
• Check out the Membership Installment Payment Plan option to cover your AFP dues. 

just give logo Charles Stephens AFP Golden Gate is two-time recipient of the Charles R. Stephens Excellence in Diversity Chapter Award. We note with sadness that Mr. Stephens, the 1992-1993 AFP Chair, has passed away. To learn more about his pioneering contributions to the profession, click here. To honor his memory and in appreciation of his service and accomplishments, the AFP Golden Gate has made a donation of $1,000 to the Award program that bears his name.

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Apr 12 - Awards Nomination Information: National Philanthropy Day 2013
The AFP Golden Gate Chapter will bestow eight Outstanding Awards for Philanthropy to recognize individuals and organizations whose philanthropic achievements have made an impact on society, whether local, national or international. ... more >
Mar 5 - News From Our AFP GGC President
THANK YOU to our members, our board of directors, and additional volunteer leaders for making 2012, my first of two years as Chapter President, SO GREAT! Because of your contributions, program participation, and passion — promoting philanthropy and the effective and ethical work of the diverse community of Bay Area fundraising professionals, we have busted out the gate in 2013 with much to celebrate. ... more >
Feb 20 - 27th Annual National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon
The Golden Gate Chapter is pleased to announce the 27th Annual Association of Fundraising Professionals National Philanthropy Day: WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2013. At the Westin St. Francis Hotel, San Francisco. ... more >
Feb 6 - AFP Golden Gate Chapter Board Alumni
Did you serve on the Golden Gate Chapter board of directors? If you are a board alumnus, we have plans for you. Permanently recognizing and celebrating past board members’ service is long overdue and plans are afoot to make up for lost time. ... more >
Jan 16 - AFP Golden Gate Chapter Consultant Directory
The 2013 AFP Golden Gate Chapter Directory of Consultants is organized by areas of expertise. ... more >
Jun 12 - Tampa Bay Times, CNN List of “Worst Charities” Cites Extreme Cases, Misses Key Points
In response to the recent release of the “50 Worst Charities” by the Tampa Bay Times and CNN, the president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), Andrew Watt, released the following statement. ... more >
Jun 11 - Alumni and Friends Do It Again on May 10 at Saint Peter’s University
(June 12, 2013) Saint Peter’s University set out to “Do it Again” on May 10, launching a campaign to acquire 424 donors in 24 hours. Learn what helped them not only succeed, but excel! ... more >
Jun 11 - Ten Things You Might Have Missed (June 12, 2013)
(June 12, 2013) There’s so much information online that you’re bound to have missed some of it. Here’s some of the top items, articles, and ideas you need to know about and that can help you find success. ... more >
Jun 11 - Getting to Know Your Donors
(June 11, 2013) Before the actual “ask” there’s the research, courting and face-to-face meetings that lead into “the ask.” Here’s how to take those initial first steps. ... more >
Jun 7 - Charitable Giving Coalition Press Release: The Charitable Deduction - It's Not About the Donor
(June 6, 2013) Millions of America’s most vulnerable are the true beneficiaries of the charitable tax deduction, the Charitable Giving Coalition said today. Any limits on this 100-year old tax incentive would most hurt the poor and the nonprofit sector, not the donors who give. The Coalition is reminding lawmakers in Washington, D.C. of that fact as they consider comprehensive tax reform proposals. ... more >