Association of Fundraising Professionals Bluegrass Chapter
Mentorship Program
PURPOSE:
The AFP – Bluegrass Chapter Mentoring Program demonstrates a commitment to our members to provide value-added services to their professional development. Our Mentorship Program is designed to provide mentor and mentee pairs with growth opportunity through shared learning. If you would like more information about this program, please email afpbluegrasschapter@gmail.com.
This program offers our members a new and exciting way to grow in their profession and develop new skills. It is a new way in which our chapter can provide additional services to members of all professional stages and advance philanthropy through education, training and advocacy.
PROGRAM GOALS:
- To promote collegial relationships between seasoned professionals and Mentees.
- To assist fundraising professionals in developing a network of industry support
- To strengthen the Mentees’ skills by setting individual goals and identifying specific areas of practice.
- To enhance the professional abilities of both the Mentor and Mentee through shared effort.
- To offer an adaptable, responsive and accountable program.
- To respect confidentiality.
- To promote fun through shared experience and practice.
DURATION:
10 months, beginning in spring each year. Pairs are encouraged to meet in person or virtually at least once per month. In addition to regular chapter activities throughout the year, we will offer several opportunities for mentorship program participants to gather and collaborate.