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The mission of the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy is to enhance philanthropy and volunteerism through programs of education, research and service that benefit those that lead, serve and support nonprofit institutions.  The purpose of the Foundation is to generate the resources to fund AFP strategic initiatives that advance ethical and effective fundraising. 

Your donation will be used to further these efforts and includes support of the Chamberlain Scholarship which awards an international convention scholarship to an Orange County AFP member every year.

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Donations should be directed to AFP Foundation for Philanthropy, 4200 Wilson Boulevard #480, Arlington, VA  22203.  Email the completed form to foundation@afpglobal.org; or fax it to 703-683-0735. Please contact us at 800-666-3863 with any questions.

Committee Chairs

Chapter Committees
One of the best ways to connect with AFP is to join a committee. Our chapter committees are designed to serve you and advance the great programs and opportunities we have to offer. Contact a committee chair to learn more.

Be the Cause Campaign
Co-Chairs: Chris Aslanian | Chris@ChristophersAuctions.com, Dominic Mumolo | DMumolo@Fullerton.edu

The BE the CAUSE Campaign Committee is responsible for promoting and engaging members with AFP’s annual giving program, which empowers the organization to offer invaluable services and programs to AFP members and friends. 

Chamberlain Scholarship
Chair: Kyle Houlton | Kyle@CovenantFirm.com

The Chamberlain scholarship and travel stipend are designed to help AFPOC members develop their skills and increase their knowledge of fundraising.  Eligible members who submit an application can receive a full scholarship to attend the annual AFP International Conference (ICON) and an additional $1,000 for air and hotel. The committee is tasked with reviewing and evaluating applications and awarding this annual scholarship to ICON.

The Chamberlain scholarship and travel stipend are designed to help AFPOC members develop their skills and increase their knowledge of fundraising.  Eligible members who submit an application can receive a full scholarship to attend the annual AFP International Conference (ICON) and an additional $1,000 for air and hotel. The committee is tasked with reviewing and evaluating applications and awarding this annual scholarship to ICON.

Communications / Marketing / Public Relations
Chair:  Kathy Corpuz | kcorpuz@rocketlaunchagency.com

The Marketing Committee is responsible for engaging members and other audiences to build a community surrounding our programs, resources and events while advancing the brand of AFP Orange County.

Giving USA

Chair: Chapter President-Elect – LaShanda Maze | lmaze@capoc.org

The Giving USA Committee is responsible for planning and executing the annual luncheon presentation of the Giving USA report.

Government Relations
Chair: Elizabeth Kurila | EKurila@gmail.com

IDEA: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access
Chair: Khushbindar Sood | khushbindar@ochumanrelations.org

The purpose of the Diversity Committee is to increase diverse membership within AFPOC with the goal of creating an atmosphere of diversity within philanthropy by increasing capacity of nonprofit organizations who serve underrepresented communities and diverse professionals who work for nonprofits in Orange County. We aim to accomplish this goal by providing opportunities to AFPOC members to learn about (1) diversity among the chapter's membership and (2) diversity and inclusion methods within the scope of philanthropy and fundraising.

Membership
Chair:  Tianna Haradon | Tianna@TheWoodenFloor.org
The Membership Committee is responsible for planning and executing a membership recruitment plan, coordinating membership mixers and events and hosting new member orientations.

Mentoring
Chair: Duane Rohrbacher | me@duanerohrbacher.com

The Mentoring Committee is responsible for facilitating the mentoring program including recruiting mentors and mentees and planning the graduation program.

National Philanthropy Day
Chair: Shazeen Mufti | Shazeen@NonProfitCGo.com

The National Philanthropy Day Committee is responsible for planning and executing all aspects of the annual celebration of Orange County’s National Philanthropy Day.

Nominating
Chair:  Immediate Past-President Kyle Houlton | Kyle@CovenantFirm.com

The Nominating Committee receives nominations for the chapter's Board of Directors and makes recommendations for the slate of directors on which the chapter membership votes.

Programs

Chair: Kendra Puryear | KPuryear@OrangewoodFoundation.org
The Program Committee is responsible for planning and executing the monthly chapter Advancing Fund Development and Luncheon Presentation programs.

Sponsorships
Chair: Sally Lawrence | Lawrence.Sally@hotmail.com

The Sponsorships Committee is responsible for cultivating, soliciting and stewarding individuals, businesses and nonprofits interested in supporting the ongoing work and strategic goals of the chapter.

SNAP
Chair: Chanda Parrett | ChandaParrett@gmail.com

Senior Network for Advancement Professionals

The Fund Development Forum for Experienced Management Executives

Overview –AFP OC is excited to partner once again with OneOC to offer an advanced forum specifically designed for the senior-level non-profit professional who spends a significant share of their time managing fundraising plans, staff, board and other development-related functions.

Webinars
Chair: Mary Beth Steen, CFRE | mbsteen@gmail.com

The Webinars Committee is responsible for selecting the slate of programs for the year, schedule webinar facilitators and promote the program to increase attendance.

Youth in Philanthropy
Chair:

The Youth in Philanthropy Committee is responsible for facilitating youth-driven philanthropy and increasing youth knowledge about the nonprofit sector.