Frequently Asked QuestionsDoes my membership belong to me or to the organization I work for?It depends on the type of membership that you join. If you are a Professional, Young Professional, Global eMember, Collegiate, or Associate member, the membership is yours and goes with you if you leave an organization. The Nonprofit Organizational membership for both large and small organizations, the Executive Circle Business member and Endorser Business membership belong to the organization or company. If an employee leaves, the organization may replace the name of the designated member. New members still need to fill out a membership application and sign their adherence to the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Code of Ethical Principles and Standards. ![]() Does my membership stay with me if I switch organizations?If you are in one of the individual membership categories, the membership goes with you if you switch organizations. How much does membership cost?When a member joins AFP, they join both the international organization and a local chapter (exceptions exist if a chapter is not located close to the member). Thus, a member pays annual dues to both the international headquarters and the chapter. How much are the dues to international headquarters?Your membership dues depend on the type of membership applicable to you. Members must self-assess to determine the type of membership for which they are eligible. Prospective members should determine the category of their membership, and renewing members should review and reassess membership categories. Descriptions are below. AFP Membership CategoriesProfessional:$280 + chapter dues
Associate:$280.00 + chapter dues
Young Professional:$95 ($65.00 plus $30.00 chapter dues)
Global E-Membership - $50 + chapter dues
Collegiate - $35 + collegiate chapter dues
Retired - $75 + chapter dues
Business Members - Executive Circle - $5,000, Endorser - $1,500
Nonprofit Organizational Membership - Large Category – starting at $2,200
Nonprofit Organizational Membership – Small - $175.00 ($120.00 plus $55.00 chapter dues) Open to nonprofit organizations who can answer yes to all the following criteria:
The organization will designate one fundraising professional to receive the benefits offered in this membership category. The membership may be transferred to another individual if the original member leaves the organization. Must subscribe to the AFP Code of Ethical Principles and Standards and promote the Donor Bill of Rights. Limit one membership per organization. How much are chapter dues?Chapter dues for Greater Houston Chapter is $70. For other chapter dues, visit AFP Global. How long does my membership last?Your membership lasts 12 months, starting in the month you officially become a member. For more information or to join, visit https://afpglobal.org/join. |