Chapter Leadership

2026 AFP FORT WORTH METRO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Trey Harper, CFRETrey_Harper_200px.jpg

Board Position: President
AFP Member Since: 2019

Organization: Community Link | Director of Fund Development

What I Love About AFP: "AFP Fort Worth magnifies the generosity and collaboration that makes this community special. It brings people together people who believe in their missions and strive to be the best fundraisers that drive change"
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Victoria McKeon

Board Position: President-Elect
AFP Member Since: 2021

Organization: CASA of Tarrant County | Development Director

What I Love About AFP: "What I love about AFP are the connections and learning opportunities throughout the year that help not only the organization that I work for, but also our community as a whole."
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Elise (Christmas) van Koningshoven

Board Position: Secretary
AFP Member Since: 2024
Organization: Cook Children's Health Foundation | Corporate Partners Specialist

What I Love About AFP: 

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Andrew Maeder

Board Position: Treasurer
AFP Member Since: 2023

Organization: Frost Bank | VP, Public Finance: Non-profit & Governments

What I Love About AFP:

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Hillary Bessinger, CFREHillary_Bessinger_200px.jpg

Board Position: President
AFP Member Since: 2011

Organization: ACH Child & Family Services | Development Director

What I Love About AFP: "I love being a part of AFP because it gives me the opportunity to meet colleagues who are also passionate about improving our community through philanthropy.  Some of my most cherished relationships are with people who I met through AFP. Additionally, having the chance to continue improving my knowledge of fundraising and staying up to date with best practices is the cherry on top!"
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Ryan Britt, CFRERyan_Britt_200px.jpg

Board Position: VP, Governance
AFP Member Since: 2017

Organization: The Salvation Army | Associate Planned Giving Director

What I Love About AFP:

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Andrew Young

Board Position: VP, Member Services
AFP Member Since: 2016

Organization: Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Dallas | VP of Advancement

What I Love About AFP:

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Board Position: Director, Membership
AFP Member Since: 2017

Organization: ACH Child & Family Services | Development  Manager

What I Love About AFP: "I love that AFP offers such a great network of development professionals to learn and collaborate with while making a difference in our community. It’s a fun way to get to know your peers while also learning new ideas and the best practices in the field."
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Tamara Clement

Board Position: Co-Chair, Peer Learning
AFP Member Since: 2024

Organization: Camp Fire First Texas

What I Love About AFP: "AFP has connected me with a community of fundraisers who care deeply about serving our community. Through those relationships and meaningful professional development, I continue to grow in my role and feel supported in the work I do."
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Jazmine Velasquez

Board Position: Director, I.D.E.A.
AFP Member Since: 2023

Organization: Project 4031 | Development Manager

What I Love About AFP:

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Chris Evans, CFRE

Board Position: VP, Professional Development
AFP Member Since: 2021

Organization: Foundation for the Young Women's Leadership Academy  | Executive Director

What I Love About AFP: "I love AFP because it’s given me this incredible network of people who are passionate about fundraising and improving their community. We all want to raise money for our missions and AFP gives us the knowledge and resources to be great fundraisers and changemakers. I also think our local chapter is really special and offers so much opportunity."
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Board Position: Director, Chapter Programs
AFP Member Since: 2018
Organization: Casa Manana

What I Love About AFP:

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Vickie Matthews, CFRE

Board Position: Director, Philanthropy Conference
AFP Member Since: 
Organization: Brad Cecil & Associates | Senior Vice President

What I Love About AFP:

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Board Position: Director, Education
AFP Member Since:
Organization: American Cancer Society | Directory of Philanthropy

What I Love About AFP: "I have been a member of AFP for roughly 8 years, and it was the best decision I've ever made as a young fundraising professional. The networking opportunities and workshops have been vital in my growth as a fundraiser."
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Dierrica Smith

Board Position: Chair, Scholarships
AFP Member Since: 2023
Organization: United Way of Tarrant County | Director of Corporate Relations

What I Love About AFP:

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Monica Harris

Board Position: VP, Community Relations
AFP Member Since: 2025

Organization: YMCA Fort Worth

What I Love About AFP:

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Catherine Arredondo

Board Position: Director, Public Relations
AFP Member Since: 2023

Organization: NICA | Director of Development

What I Love About AFP:
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Rachel Martinez, CFRE

Board Position: Co-Director, NPD
AFP Member Since: 2024

Organization: Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth Advancement Foundation | Director of Annual Giving

What I Love About AFP:
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Natalie Warrick

Board Position: Co-Director, NPD
AFP Member Since: 2025

Organization: M. Gale | Consulting Services Specialist

What I Love About AFP:
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Marcus Hicks

Board Position: Director, Partnerships
AFP Member Since: 2025

Organization: M. Gale

What I Love About AFP:
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Pat Miller, CFRE (Ret.)

Board Position: Chair, Historian
AFP Member Since: 1991
Organization: Retired

What I Love About AFP:
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