2027 AFP Mentorship Program - Mentee Application

2027 AFP Emerging Leaders/Women’s Impact Initiative

Mentorship Program

MENTEE APPLICATION

Application Due: October 30, 2026

This mentorship program connects aspiring leaders with inspirational mentors to help grow, evolve and further new fundraiser education. Our goal is to bolster leadership skills and create an inclusive and equitable future for our profession.

Contact afpidea@afpglobal.org with any questions.

Name

First NameLast Name

Suffix

My pronouns are:

Are you an AFP member?

If yes, provide your AFP Member Number

Describe, in 100 words or less, what type of organization you are a part of (how many staff are in your development department, how much are you responsible for fundraising, etc.)

Years in the Fundraising Profession

Organization

Title

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Preferred Phone Number

Format: (000) 000-0000.

Preferred Email

example@example.com

For which program are you applying to be a mentee?

Have you applied for this program in the past?

Please identify your preferred method of communication with your mentor (we will try to accommodate your preference here in partnering you with the optimal mentor)

At AFP Global, we recognize that representation matters. In particular, women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), LBGTQ+, differently abled, those with specific interests/experience, backgrounds, and cultures may wish for a mentor that comes from the same community as them. Therefore, the below voluntary demographic and other identifying information is requested to assist with mentor/mentee matching, helping to readily have information to assist with diversifying outreach and educational opportunities, and IDEA implementation.

Please describe your ethnic background (select all that apply)

How would you describe your gender identity:

In what non-English language are you most proficient/fluent?

If you are proficient/fluent in Sign Language - Please specify which language

How do you describe your religion, spiritual practice, or existential worldview?

Please identify the causes or interest that you are most interested in or have experience working with.

Please choose from the list below to rank the top three areas where you would like to develop your leadership and fundraising skills. The Mentorship Committee will use your professional development interests to select the appropriate mentor to nurture your fundraising and leadership potential.

Fundraising Skill (Primary):

Rows	Select your top 3
Annual Giving
Major Giving
Planned Giving
Grant Writing & Writing
Corporate & Foundation Relations
Marketing & Communications
Special Events
Endowment & Capital Campaigns
Finance & Accounting
Database Management
Prospect Research
Stewardship

Leadership Skills (Secondary):

Rows	Choose at least 1
Effective Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Accountability
Goal Setting and Achievement
Strategic Planning
Fostering Creativity and Innovation
Team Building & Promoting Teamwork
Volunteer Management
Board Development
Agility/Adaptability
Public Speaking
Setting and Defining Expectations
Prioritizing
Building Trust
Time Management
Conflict Management
Emotional Intelligence
Diplomacy
Building Consensus
Critical Thinking
Foresight
Cultural Competency
Project Management
Negotiation

Please answer each of the following questions in short essay format using 250 words or less.

What motivates you to become a leader in fundraising?

0/250

List accomplishments that you are proud of:

0/250

What are your 1-year, 5-year and long-term plans?

0/250

What would you hope to achieve in collaboration with your mentor?

0/250

Describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) in your professional career and/or through your involvement with AFP — for example, causes, communities, or initiatives you've supported.

0/250

Do you prefer a mentor who possesses any of the same below identifiers as you?

Other

Do you prefer a mentor who does not possesses any of the same below identifiers as you?

Other

Describe your ideal mentor both personally (work style, personality, etc.) and professionally (qualifications, experiences, etc.):

0/250

Please confirm that you meet all of the below criteria by checking each box:

Full Printed Name

Signature / Date

Current Resume

Headshot and Bio

Personal/Professional Letter(s) of Recommendation (Optional)