Do you have your tickets yet for MFC 2023? The Maritime Fundraising Conference (MFC) is Atlantic Canada’s largest fundraising conference. You won’t want to miss this!

Join us in-person or virtual on June 12th at the Nova Scotia Community College, Ivany Campus

Click here to get tickets today and invest in yourself and your team. 

AFP Nova Scotia is pleased to offer complimentary registrations to MFC as part of our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) in the fundraising sector. Current and future fundraisers/applicants from BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, or under-represented communities are encouraged to apply. And to ensure all have “Access,” those with a financial barrier can also apply. Upon completion of the questionnaire here you will receive a coupon code to use during the registration process.



We also have a special new member discount! First-time members can join today and use code AFPNV50 to receive $50 off eligible memberships. But hurry, this is only valid until June 9th! Join today.

The countdown is on for our upcoming networking social at The Cable Wharf on Monday, June 12, from 5:30pm – 7:30pm.

Our gratitude goes out to Glenn Stewardson and The Donor Motivation Program for their year-long partnership as our Social Networking Sponsor. And a big thank you to RCR Hospitality for their continued partnership as our Signature Event Sponsor this year.



This event is open to everyone – members and non-members. Whether you’re attending MFC23 or not, you are invited to join us! Every registration includes one drink ticket and a selection of delicious appetizers for only $10.

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Nova Scotia Chapter is seeking nominations from all over the Maritimes to join, grow, and diversify our board. Those who self-identify as members of under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

This year, AFP Nova Scotia is particularly interested in candidates who:

• Have financial/budgeting expertise
• Enjoy organizing educational opportunities
• Leading our Youth in Philanthropy portfolio
• Interest in supporting AFP's IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) work

Deadline is May 31, 2023 at 4pm.

We teamed up with AFP and CAGP’s Mentorship Program for a special Young Professionals and Emerging Leaders happy hour.



We shared deep conversations and meaningful connections at Sea Smoke Restaurant & Bar on the Halifax waterfront. It was so much fun that we’re already planning our next event!

If you have any ideas of what you’d like to see, please connect with Shay at Shaylyn.MacAulay@nscc.ca. Stay tuned for June 21st for our next session!

The Mentorship Program is always looking to pair up amazing mentors and mentees. Right now, there is a particular need for a senior fundraiser mentor.

If you have 10-15+ years in the industry and can help provide a better understanding of career pathways and overall professional development, we would love to connect!



For more information, visit Mentorship - AFP Nova Scotia Chapter or contact Whitney at whitney.machin@mscanada.ca.

Meet the amazing Erin Dunsworth, the Donor Experience Coordinator for The QEII Foundation in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Before joining their team, Erin worked in customer service. “Finding a career in Philanthropy has meant I am able to lead with compassion and feel fulfilled knowing my work that is making a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of my fellow Atlantic Canadians,” Erin shared. “This career path has gifted me a passion for my work and instead of dreading Monday mornings I’m excited to get my day started.”

So, why did Erin become a member with AFP Nova Scotia? “This is my first time working in the non-profit sector and I think it’s important to have as much exposure as possible to the advice, thoughts, and experiences of fundraising professionals in order to grow within my role and expand my knowledge,” Erin explained. “I’ve really enjoyed having access to so many helpful resources and talks as I learn more about Philanthropy.”



Please give a warm welcome to Erin. We are very excited to learn and grow with you.

Questions about Membership? Contact AFP Nova Scotia’s Membership Chair, Ben Trenaman at Ben.Trenaman@nscc.ca

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Click here to read How Hair Discrimination Affects Black Women at Work by Janice Gassam Asare in the Harvard Business Journal.

Lacey Kempinski, CFRE, founder and owner of Balanced Good, is an active AFP Board Member with AFP Golden Horseshoe Chapter and mother to three kids.



Click here to read her story in Charity Village on Women, Work, and Parenting: How the Mental Load of Motherhood Impacts the Nonprofit Sector in Canada.