Welcome to the Rhode Island Chapter!

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Rhode Island Chapter (AFP-RI) is dedicated to improving the skills of fundraising professionals, increasing the participation of members and non-members alike in chapter activities and expanding our professional and career opportunities to embrace the diversity of our communities.

MISSION: The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) empowers individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education, networking, research and advocacy.

2025 Youth in Philanthropy Scholar Cecelia Jarosz with AFP-RI Board Member Amy Gonsalves

2025 Outstanding Philanthropic Citizen Barbara A. Papitto with AFP-RI Board Member Tim McCaig

2025 Outstanding Philanthropic Business: O-N Radio Woonsocket

Members of the 2025 AFP-RI Board of Directors at the National Philanthropy Day Celebration

Announcements

Announcing Allegra Providence's 2026 FootPRINT Fund

By: Jessica Frantz , 2 days ago

AFP-RI is pleased to share that our friends at Allegra, Providence have just launched their 2026 FootPRINT Fund campaign. Our FootPRINT gives nonprofits the ability to get up to $ 500 in free printing.

Supporting the community is a core value at Allegra, and the FootPRINT Fund^® was designed to directly assist nonprofits create a "lasting impression" by increasing visibility and awareness "one step at a time." To date, Allegra Providence has awarded over $100,000 to our local nonprofits in Rhode Island.

Applications will be accepted through 3/13/2026.

Learn More and Apply
Cheers to the New Year Networking Event

By: Jessica Frantz , 15 days ago

Join us for the annual Cheers to the New Year celebration on January 20. Join fellow nonprofit leaders to raise a glass, reconnect after the holidays, and kick off 2026 with great conversation and community. Start the year surrounded by colleagues who get it!

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