AFP Ottawa’s Future Leaders
Mentorship Program

In partnership with RBC Foundation

 

Thank you for your interest in participating as a mentor in AFP Ottawa’s Future Leaders mentorship program, in partnership with RBC Foundation.

This program pairs experienced fundraisers with people who are new to the non-profit sector, or have an interest in the fundraising industry. AFP Ottawa’s Future Leaders program centres around Fundraising Day, our chapter’s flagship professional development event, to be held on May 20, 2026.

Beyond Fundraising Day, Mentors and protégés are encouraged to meet on a self-directed basis throughout the year, take advantage of incredible membership benefits, and take part in exclusive events throughout the year.

To be selected as a mentor, you must:

  • Be a fundraising professional, work in the non-profit sector, or have fundraising as a major component of your role,
  • Be a member of AFP Ottawa (you may join AFP Ottawa at the same time as you apply), or of CAGP Ottawa,
  • Be available to:
    • meet at least once virtually or in person with your protégé before or after AFP Ottawa’s Fundraising Day, AND
    • attend AFP Ottawa’s Fundraising Day on May 20, 2026 with your protégé, as well as
    • a special pre-reception event planned for the evening of May 19.

Benefits of becoming a mentor:

  • Receive 50% off registration for AFP Ottawa’s 2026 Fundraising Day
  • Complimentary registration for ALL of AFP Ottawa’s professional development events for the rest of 2026
  • Develop your leadership skills, and the knowledge that you’re helping develop the next generation of leaders in our industry

For all applicants, we will be offering in-person networking sessions and social events throughout the year where you can mix and mingle with your protégé and other AFP members at locations across the city, and more!

Deadline for applications is 5pm on Thursday, April 10 2026. If you have any questions about the program or about your application, please contact Melanie Lepper, Mentorship Chair, AFP Ottawa Board of Directors, at mentorship@afpottawa.ca.

Apply to be a mentor: