Association of Fundraising Consultants

How to join

Membership is open to firms principally or exclusively concerned with the provision of fundraising consultancy services to not-for-profit organisations in Europe.

Organisations may apply to become a Corporate or Professional member of the Association. Those organisations that do not meet all the requirements of membership may apply to be Affiliates.

Corporate or Professional membership is open to organisations which:

• Are able to demonstrate a successful service to a range of clients
• Have been in business continuously within Europe for at least two years
• Have a Chief Executive who has had at least five years' continuous successful experience in the field of fundraising consultancy
• Maintain a permanent office within Europe for the conduct of business
• Agree to abide by the AFC Code of Practice

An organisation that does not meet the requirements for membership may apply to become an Affiliate provided it:

• Is able to demonstrate a sound professional standing (not necessarily in the area of fundraising consultancy)
• Maintains a permanent office within Europe for the conduct of business

The Membership Committee of the Board may in their absolute discretion decline to accept any organisation as a Member or Affiliate and need not give reasons for so doing. The Committee shall in its sole discretion determine whether an applicant qualifies as a Member or an Affiliate.

Download membership application form.

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