Participation in the Peer Mentoring Program is an AFP Chicago membership benefit. It is one of the most important programs AFP Chicago offers. If you're not yet a member of AFP Chicago, please note that several types of memberships include reduced fees for young professionals and the Nonprofit Organizational Membership (Small). Please visit the AFP Global website to review membership options. You must be a current member in good standing of AFP Chicago by February 23, 2024 to be considered eligible for the Spring 2024 class. Membership status will be confirmed by AFP staff in our member roster. This premier program is offered twice a year where seasoned fundraisers who have a minimum of 5 years of development experience are paired with someone with less than 5 years of development experience. Once applications are received, AFP Chicago’s Peer Mentoring Committee carefully matches mentors and protégés based on interests, skills, and location to help participants maximize their experience in the 12-month program. While we will continue to prioritize protégé applicants who are early in their development careers, the Peer Mentoring Program will also consider a limited number of protégé applicants who are more advanced (i.e., exceeding the five-year threshold of development experience), depending on cohort capacity and mentor availability. This opportunity might be well suited for experienced fundraisers who are navigating new management or leadership experiences, and/or seeking guidance on senior-level career paths. Applications for the Spring 2024 Class are closed. Please check back in the Fall.
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