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Dear AFP Central VA members,

Our first Meet & Greet of the year was a success! Thank you to all who were able to join us. We're so grateful to Quirk Cafe for graciously hosting us and providing a welcoming space for connection and community.

We’re also excited to announce our 2026 Inclusive Fundraising Fellowship (IFF) cohort! Please join us in welcoming this inspiring group of fellows to the AFP community—we look forward to supporting their growth and leadership in the field.

As we head into spring, there’s so much more in store. Be sure to join us for our April 9th session entitled, Idea to Action - Shifting to Inclusive Fundraising Practices. Led by Nikkia Johnson, our panelists will explore how to build authentic relationships that go beyond transactional giving, center community in the fundraising process, and address common barriers surrounding inclusive fundraising practices.

Stay tuned for additional opportunities to engage, learn, and connect in the months ahead.

We look forward to seeing you this season!

Yours in service,
LaChelle

LaChelle M. Lewis, Ph.D.

Chapter President, AFP-CVA

 

LaChelle M. Lewis, Ph.D., 2026 AFP Central VA President

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AFP Central Virginia is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (I.D.E.A) in all Chapter activities.

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  • AFP Central VA Scholarships

    By: Trammell Beckmann Trammell Beckmann , one month ago

    Invest in yourself! AFP Central Virginia is  accepting scholarship applications. When you join the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Central Virginia chapter, you receive the best resources for fundraising professionals, including access to mentoring, monthly program meetings, networking, and state and international conferences. You will meet colleagues in the region who understand the day-to-day challenges you face in philanthropy and will be your champion along the way, wanting to see you succeed. Learn more about member benefits.

    AFP Central Virginia’s scholarship structure aligns with our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our key goals for these scholarships are to remove barriers for:

    • Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)

    • Fundraisers from small organizations

    • Members who are deeply engaged in AFP’s work to support and improve the fundraising profession

    Learn more and complete your application.

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