Discover the Benefits of AFP Cape Fear Region Membership: Expense Paid

We believe in making our chapter accessible to everyone, especially during these exciting times. By offering free membership, we’re inviting you to experience the benefits and opportunities we offer without any barriers. This initiative is part of our commitment to inclusivity and growing a vibrant, diverse community

Through membership with AFP you’ll gain:

  • Access to exclusive events, workshops, and networking opportunities
  • A chance to connect with like-minded individuals and fundraising professionals in your area
  • Valuable resources and support to help you achieve your goals
  • A voice in shaping the future of our chapter and the causes we care about

Free membership entitles you to discounts for the AFP State Fundraising Conference in September and discounted tickets for our October special program in addition to all the benefits offered through AFP Global.

We have seven (7) scholarship available and applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis until all have been awarded.

Apply today, don’t delay!

For more information contact Cathy McClain, membership chair, at cathymcclain@warmnc.org





CHAMBERLAIN SCHOLARSHIP 2027 – APPLICATION AVAILABLE LATER THIS YEAR

AFP ICON, AFP’s flagship “International Conference,” is held each spring and brings together nearly 4,000 fundraising professionals to discuss important trends and issues related to fundraising and philanthropy, with a focus on fundraising practice and technique. 

An AFP Cape Fear Region Chapter Member who has never attended an AFP ~or~ NSFRE International Conference on Fundraising, may submit a Chamberlain Scholarship application. The Chamberlain Scholarship covers the registration to the ICON – AFP International conference thanks to the AFP Foundation’s BE the CAUSE campaign. Chamberlain Scholars must pay a $10 processing fee.

AND, thanks to our Chapter’s efforts and proceeds from the annual National Philanthropy Day event, our Chapter will provide up to $1,500 reimbursement toward qualified travel and lodging expenses (receipts required).

2020 Chamberlain Scholar
Kristin McPeters, CFRE received the chapter’s 2020 Chamberlain Scholarship to attend the Virtual – AFP ICON 2020.

Bob and Lauren at 2018 AFP Conference2018 Chamberlain Scholar
Lauren Daley Bryant received the chapter’s 2018 Chamberlain Scholarship to attend the AFP ICON 2018 in New Orleans, LA.

In April I had the wonderful opportunity to travel to New Orleans for AFP International Conference, all thanks to being awarded the Chamberlain Scholarship.

During the 3-day conference, I attended many thought provoking and exciting workshops ranging from Annual Campaigns to Special Events, to Diversity and Inclusion, to Storytelling for Your Organization. No matter the size of your organization or scope of your day-to-day duties this conference had something for everyone – Jazz Band at lunch and all! One of the highlights of my time in New Orleans (next to the Beignets of course) was getting to meet and connect with so many diverse fundraisers from all across the world. Over 3,000 people attended this year’s conference.

The closing session featuring key note Bryan Stevenson from the Equal Justice Initiative motivated everyone in the room to do better and be better community leaders and participants. If you’ve never heard him speak or heard of his work, I encourage you to look him up and watch his TED Talk. Also during the closing session two awards for Youth in Philanthropy were given to amazing young people – one to a girl who raised funds for an inclusive playground in her community and the other to three sisters who started Paper for Water; “bringing water to the thirsty one piece of paper at time”. These sisters raised over $1.45 million dollars in less than 7 years by making and selling origami – they are only 8, 11, and 14! Talk about inspiring! I left the conference feeling energized to put forward all of the amazing tips and takeaways I had learned over the 3 days. Thank you to our chapter, AFP Cape Fear for presenting me with the Chamberlain Scholarship for this incredible opportunity! If you’ve never attended an AFP International Conference, I strongly encourage you to apply for the Chamberlain Scholarship.

PAST CHAMBERLAIN SCHOLARS

2026  Cynthia Cheatham
2025  Alyssa Kardatzke
2024  Cathy McClain
2023  Mary Bradley
2021  Stephanie Borrett
2020  Kristin McPeters, CFRE
2019  Logan White Thompson, CFRE
2018  Lauren Daley, MPA
2017  JC Lyle
2016  Dawn B. Carter
2015  Bethany Leighton
2013  Vann Pearsall
2009  Patricia Lawler
2008  Laurie H. Taylor, CFRE