Benefits of Program
- A personalized matching experience.
- An opportunity to author an article for the AFPGC e-newsletter.
- An exclusive meet & greet with AFPGC board members when offered
- An opportunity to create a micro-learning video to be released on social media.
- Spotlights on social media and recognition at AFPGC signature events.
- Two (2) free educational classes and reduced rates for NPD (Mentee)
- Starbucks gift cards for first meeting
- Exclusive AFPGC networking events specific to mentors-mentees when offered
Program Expectations
- Mentor and Mentee should meet consistently, at a minimum of once a month. This can include attending educational sessions together, phone, virtual or email communication, or grabbing coffee. This time should be agreed upon by both parties.
- Mentor and Mentees must complete the 6-month check-in survey and the end of the program survey sent out by the mentorship committee.
- Mentors and Mentees should try to attend at least two networking sessions during the year when offered and sponsored by the mentorship committee.
- Mentors and Mentees should both be committed to working together and maintaining professional boundaries.
Mentee
Benefits for Mentee
- Learn about fundraising from an experienced development professional
- Gain an advocate for yourself and the support of an experienced professional
- Develop an appreciation for the nuances and mechanics of fundraising
- Gain an understanding of maneuvering complex situations in the workplace
- Career coaching and professional guidance
- Establish long-term strategic career goals
- Career mapping to establish strategic career moves management
- Increased self-confidence, self-awareness, and communication skills
- Shared experiences with the mentor
- Introductions to other development professionals
- Advice about navigating workplace situations
- Networking with other development professionals to learn about other areas of development and career opportunities
- Exposure to different non-profit organizations and development functions
Mentee Eligibility
- Current AFPGC Member
- Has five or less years of experience in fundraising or job description containing at least 50% of duties dedicated to fundraising and development
- Members who are changing their focus area of fundraising or are working in a new area
- Members who want to move ahead in their careers and would like some help in strategizing and planning
Mentee Program Requirements
- Meet with assigned mentor as mutually agreed upon
- Commitment to participate for one year
- Be mindful of mentor’s time and commitment (the mentoring relationship is not a substitute for a paid consultant)
- Complete and submit an evaluation form upon completion of mentoring program
Submit a Mentee Application
Application Deadline is June 30
Application Deadline extended until July 7
Mentor
Benefits for Mentor
- Rewarding to be a part of your mentee’s success and enhance the future of the profession
- Opportunity to pay it forward by sharing your work experience and expertise
- Teaching/learning experiences of being a mentor
- A new challenge
- Giving of yourself to the profession
- Improve abilities to organize and present information
- Raise the standards and expectations of the professional fundraiser
- Receive 1 point per year in the service-learning category of the CFRE certification
- Leadership and communication skill development
- Exposure to new and different perspectives and expanding your personal network
Mentor Eligibility
- Current AFPGC member
- Has a minimum of four years of development experience; CFRE’s are encouraged to apply
- Desire to give back to the sector
Mentor Program Requirements
- Commitment to participate for one year
- Meet with assigned mentee as mutually agreed upon
- Assess mentee’s ability and help steer mentee in right direction
- Complete and submit an evaluation form upon completion of mentoring program
Submit a Mentor Application
Application Deadline is June 30
Application Deadline extended until July 7