Scholarships

2026 Scholarship Application 

The AFP - Arkansas Chapter promotes the professional development and career advancement of its members through educational programming and by offering a network of professional resources that can help members generate philanthropic support for their organizations. We recognize that financial restraints can limit educational opportunities for our members. We are proud to help offset the cost through our scholarships.

The Arkansas Chapter is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) in all chapter activities.

If you have any questions regarding scholarships and this process, please contact our Chapter Administrator, Cara Neal
at afp@afpark.org.




“Receiving the AFP Arkansas Chamberlain Scholarship was an incredible opportunity for both professional and personal growth. Attending AFP ICON allowed me to learn from fundraising leaders across the country, explore emerging trends and strategies, and build meaningful connections with nonprofit professionals from many different backgrounds and organizations.

From sessions on donor engagement and ethics to conversations with vendors and fellow fundraisers, every part of the experience strengthened my understanding of how we can better serve our communities through philanthropy. I’m deeply grateful to AFP Arkansas, the AFP Foundation, and the generous supporters who make this scholarship possible. I would strongly encourage others to apply for this opportunity in the future.”

-Anthony Hampton
2026 AFP Arkansas Chamberlain Scholarship Recipient                                    


“I am so appreciative to be named a recipient of the AFP Membership Scholarship. We are just beginning fundraising efforts at my organization, and this scholarship will provide the opportunities, resources, networking, and support to grow our fundraising." 

-Lani Jennings-Hall                                                 


"I am honored to join such an esteemed group of Fundraising Professionals. I am new to the area, joining AFP will help me broaden my professional network and gain valuable professional development opportunities."

-Arlene Davis, Ph.D. 


"I'm so excited to become a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals; this will make a significant impact on my ability to succeed as the Executive Director of The Studio Theatre! I can't wait to learn from other members and meet like-minded individuals who want to improve our world." 

-Shelby Hibbs