Scholarships

Chamberlain Scholarship

Check back later this fall for the scholarship application.  Each year AFP Foundation for Philanthropy offers one registration scholarship to qualified chapters for the Annual AFP International Conference on Fundraising (ICON).  This program is designed to help individuals serving nonprofit organizations develop their knowledge and skills in fundraising.  The scholarship honors the memory of Ralph E. Chamberlain, CFRE.

AFP ICON, AFP’s flagship “International Conference,” is held each year and brings together nearly 4,000 fundraising professionals to discuss important trends and issues related to fundraising and philanthropy, with a focus on fundraising practice and technique. 

The 2027 AFP ICON will be held April 11-13, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland.

One candidate will be chosen by our Chapter Scholarship Committee to receive a scholarship toward registration for the AFP International Fundraising Conference on Philanthropy.   Registration fees, except for a $10 payment to secure registration, are paid by the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy.   

Chamberlain Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Candidate is employed as a fundraising professional or, if candidate is an executive director, a substantial amount of time must be devoted to fundraising.
  2. Candidate has never attended an AFP or NSFRE International Conference on Fundraising as a registered participant (unless as a member of the Conference Host Committee) and is enthusiastic to attend the full conference as scheduled.
  3. Candidate must agree to complete an online evaluation form about his or her experience at International Conference.
  4. Only one individual from any local organization or institution may be selected.
  5. Candidate must be willing to share their AFP ICON experience with their chapter after the conference has concluded. This can be accomplished through a report to chapter leadership, a contribution to the chapter newsletter, or an alternate contribution identified by chapter leadership.

Please note, this is not a full scholarship and the winner will be required to cover any and all expenses exceeding the amounts awarded. Chamberlain Scholars are responsible for registering themselves for the conference and for making all travel and lodging arrangements. 

The window for applications has now closed. 

To read about past scholars, click here.

Chapter Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIP GUIDELINES

The AFP Santa Barbara/Ventura Counties Chapter's goal is to support its members' professional development. AFP SBV achieves this goal by providing financial assistance through scholarships to cover the total cost (up to $390) of an annual membership to AFP. The scholarships are available to current and new members, with preference given to those seeking new membership to AFP.

DEADLINE OCTOBER 31, 2026

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants for scholarships to assist with professional development fees or AFP membership fees should:

  • Be employed by, or be an independent consultant for, a public benefit corporation,
  • Dedicate at least 50% of their time to fundraising and
  • Be a member of AFPSV. (unless applying for a membership scholarship)
  • Individuals receiving awards will uphold the Ethical Standards of Philanthropy established by AFP Global.
  • Individuals are only eligible to receive funds for professional development once a year.

 

RULES

AFP Global is providing 11 membership scholarships to the chapter. These are open for new and renewing members. 

After the memberships have been given out and depending on the funds available, AFPSBV will cover 100% of the cost of an annual AFP membership for additional new scholarship recipients. 

Scholarship Applications will be reviewed and voted on at the board meeting following submission.  Click here to apply.