AFP Ottawa’s Future Leaders Mentorship Program In Partnership with RBC
5AFP Ottawa is committed to providing opportunities for young people to learn more about our dynamic philanthropic sector. With the support of RBC, we’ve created the AFP Ottawa Future Leaders mentorship program, the first of its kind in Canada.
As part of this program, promising young people aged 19-35 from the national capital region are paired with experienced fundraising professionals, and together they attend AFP Ottawa’s Fundraising Day for networking, skills, and professional development.
Benefits for protégés:
- Receive a $100 credit towards a one-year membership to AFP Ottawa, offering you extensive benefits. Learn more here
- You’ll be matched with an experienced fundraiser or professional in the nonprofit sector whose interests align with your own (where possible). They will help you network and answer questions throughout Fundraising Day, and beyond
- Complimentary registration for AFP Ottawa’s 2025 Fundraising Day
- You’ll also receive complimentary registration for ALL of AFP Ottawa’s professional development events for 2025, including specific educational sessions geared towards networking, personal branding and skills development.
Benefits for mentors:
- Receive 50% off registration for AFP Ottawa’s 2025 Fundraising Day
- Complimentary registration for ALL of AFP Ottawa’s professional development events for the rest of 2025
- Develop your leadership skills, and the knowledge that you’re helping develop the next generation of leaders in our industry
Networking Opportunities:
For all applicants, we will be offering an in-person networking session where you can meet your match in-person, along with the AFP Ottawa Board of Directors and other program participants. This event will be held on the evening of May 26, 2025, prior to Fundraising Day. We will also be hosting social events throughout the year where you can mix and mingle with AFP members at locations across the city, and more! Food and refreshment included!
Please use the links below to submit your application today. If you have any questions about the program, please contact Melanie Scholz, Mentorship Chair, AFP Ottawa Board of Directors, at afpottawa.mentorship@gmail.com.
