Since 1960, AFP has inspired global change and supported efforts that generated over $1 trillion. AFP's nearly 30,000 members raise over $100 billion annually.Striving to stimulate a world of generosity and positive social good through fundraising best practice.

Core values

- **Advancing Philanthropy and Social Good**: AFP's mission to stimulate a world of generosity and positive social good through fundraising best practices directly contributes to societal well-being and positive change[1].
- **Education and Professional Development**: By providing education, training, mentoring, research, and advocacy, AFP helps nonprofits and fundraisers create more impact, addressing various community needs such as health, human services, workforce development, and childhood education[3].
- **Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA)**: AFP's efforts to improve inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in the nonprofit sector help create a more just and equitable society, addressing historical and current exclusions based on various factors like race, gender identity, and disability[2].
- **Fundraising Effectiveness**: The Fundraising Effectiveness Project helps nonprofits increase giving, which is crucial for meeting the growing demand for services such as health and human services, thereby improving quality of life for many individuals[4].