Do you wish you had someone with fundraising expertise who you could consult with when you have questions? Do you have experience, expertise, and passion for the nonprofit sector you wish to share with others?​

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Consider being a part of AFP Northeast Wisconsin's Mentorship program! ​​

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​Each year, we match mentors and mentees based on experience, expertise, and most importantly, what the mentee is interested in developing. A mentorship agreement is provided to set goals, establish expectations, and determine the best time and way to meet.

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2027 APPLICATIONS & TIMELINE

• Applications for our 2027 cohort will open in the Fall/Winter. Specific dates, deadlines, and application links for 2027 will be shared later in 2026.

• Please note that all mentors and mentees are asked to reapply annually to ensure active, engaged pairings.

 

"For me, the AFP Mentor/Mentee program has been paramount to my success as someone new to the nonprofit world. It provides a welcoming place to learn, collaborate, and grow as a professional." ~ Dan Woolf, Mentee & Steve Dorosz, Mentor

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TIME COMMITMENT

• The time commitment and expectations of being a Mentor or Mentee are minimal, but what we learn from each other is invaluable. We suggest meeting in person, by video, or chatting by phone once per quarter.

• Your mentorship agreement form will guide this discussion. Conversation topics are completely up to you, though suggestions can be provided if needed. The Mentee is expected to take charge of scheduling these quarterly connections.

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REQUIREMENTS

Mentees: Mentee Application

• Open to any fundraising professional (both members and nonmembers).

• A one-year commitment to take the initiative to develop your fundraising skills and meet with your mentor quarterly.

Mentors: Mentor Application

• Must be an active AFP member.

• A passion and willingness to share your expertise, focused on developing skills for your mentee.

• A one-year commitment to meet or connect with your mentee quarterly.​

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"A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you." ~ Bob Proctor ​