Mentorship

All members of AFP Manitoba can participate in AFP Manitoba’s Mentorship Program. The goal of the program  is to create partnerships that enhance and support our commitment to best practices and ethical standards in fundraising. 

Each year, we pair mentors and partners (mentees) together to create mutually beneficial learning opportunities. Mentors and partners are matched based on their shared interest in specific areas of fundraising, and we pair novice/new fundraisers with seasoned professionals.

Mentors and partners are encouraged to meet face-to-face for about an hour, at least 4-6 times throughout the year. Where face-to-face is not possible, sessions can take place via Zoom, Facetime or phone call as needed.

For Partners, the benefits of participating in the program include:

• Expanding your networking opportunities with other fundraising professionals in Manitoba;
• Setting goals related to your career;
• Providing perspective on your challenges and setting priorities;
• Obtaining personal recommendations on educational resources.

The partner application can be completed HERE

For Mentors, the benefits include:

• Gaining leadership experience in our community;
• Connecting and networking with new/novice fundraisers;
• Sharing your knowledge and resources to benefit fundraisers throughout Manitoba.

The mentor application can be completed HERE

If you would like to participate in the program please use the above links to fill out an application and send to Kalyn Murdock AFP Manitoba Mentorship Chair at afpmentorship@gmail.com by March 10, 2025. Individuals will be matched in the weeks following and new mentoring partnerships will begin in April 2025.