
Scholarships & Collegiate Chapter Chair
Jennifer MacCartney, MBA (she/her/hers)
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Position Title: Scholarship Chair Capacity: Board Member Reports to: Vice President of Professional Development Key Responsibilities:
Our scholarships provide opportunities for current members and prospective members to enhance their professional development and become more engaged with AFP – locally and globally. We encourage you to apply and recruit fellow colleagues to consider how a scholarship might benefit their career. Past AFP scholarship recipients acknowledge the value of our scholarship program and encourage others to apply.
Jennifer MacCartney, 2023 Scholarships & Collegiate Chapter Chair
Welcome Back Membership
This scholarship is available to anyone whose AFP membership has been expired for 30 days or more at the time of applying. When paying membership dues through AFP Global, applicants are responsible for choosing the appropriate membership category.
AFP ICON
AFP International Conference (ICON) is an annual event and is the #1 fundraising conference in the world. Open to all current members who meet the criteria of the specific scholarship for which the applicant is applying, Chamberlain (Full 2024 ICON Conference registration + $1,500 travel), Emerging Scholar ($1,000 towards costs) and Attendance ($1,000 towards costs). One scholarship will be awarded in each category. The committee will consider a number of criteria including applicants’ need and involvement in the chapter when awarding. Members who have received a scholarship to attend the AFP international Conference (ICON) in the previous three years are not eligible to apply. The Chamberlain Scholarship recipient will be provided a special
registration link for 2023 ICON Conference.
Fundamentals of Fundraising
The AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course offers a complete overview of the development function, featuring the most current information and techniques for individuals with 0 to 4 years of fundraising experience. This intensive 16-hour program is held over a two-day period, and it approved for 16 CFRE points!
CFRE Application/Exam Fee
The CFRE application/exam fee scholarship covers up to 50% of the application/exam fee ($375) and is open to members who are pursing their INITIAL CFRE exam. This scholarship does not cover renewal application fee.
AFP LEAD Conference
AFP LEAD is AFP’s annual leadership development conference, focused on equipping both emerging and experienced leaders with the latest and greatest skills essential to being an effective leader in the nonprofit fundraising sector. Three scholarships will be awarded yearly to cover the cost of registration.
Other Educational Opportunities
Members may apply for scholarship to attend an educational session put on by AFP,
COPGC/PPP, CASE or the University of Indiana School of Fundraising. Recipients will be reimbursed for 5o% of the registration fee up to $400 after providing proof of registration. Please note this is for registration only and does not include any other expenses associated with the course.
For questions about any of the scholarship opportunities please contact this year’s Scholarships & Collegiate Chapter Chair at [email protected].
FAQs
Welcome Back Membership Scholarship:
2024 AFP International Conference (ICON) Scholarship:
Open to all current members of the Central Ohio AFP chapter who meet the criteria of the specific scholarship for which the applicant is applying (Chamberlain, Emerging Scholar or Attendance Scholarship). The committee will consider a number of criteria including applicants’ need and involvement in the chapter when awarding. Members who have received a scholarship to attend the AFP international Conference (ICON) in the previous three years are not eligible to apply. All scholarships are funded as reimbursements. The Chamberlain Scholarship recipient will be provided a special registration link for 2024 ICON Conference.
Fundamentals of Fundraising Registration Scholarship:
CFRE Application/Exam Fee Scholarship:
LEAD Scholarship:
Other Educational Opportunities Scholarships:
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Position Title: Scholarship Chair Capacity: Board Member Reports to: Vice President of Professional Development Key Responsibilities:
Association of Fundraising Professionals
Central Ohio Chapter
PO Box 163955
Columbus, Ohio 43216
Phone – (614) 321-8220
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