About
The virginia association of fund raising executives is a 250 member non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the professional skills of fundraisers across the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Our Story
Established in 1980 by a small group of development professionals, the organization thrives as the premier gathering place for beginning, intermediate, and advanced fundraisers from across the Commonwealth of Virginia. With a focus on educational and networking opportunities in a open and welcoming environment VAFRE serves as the premier gathering place for development professionals in the area.
Programs occur monthly starting in September with meetings at Jefferson-Lakeside Country Club in Richmond. Hands-on workshops occur during the year and during the summers - a Summer Brown Bag series is offered. In April, the VAFRE Spring Social takes place and the winners of our Nina Abady and Rising Star Awards are recognized.
For more information about VAFRE, please continue to visit our website or contact us directly at info@vafre.org or 804-648-0311.
Our Mission
The virginia association of fundraising executives (VAFRE) is a welcoming and inclusive organization dedicated to advancing the skills of fund-raising professionals from the Commonwealth of Virginia through education, training, and networking opportunities.
Our Vision
The virginia association of fundraising executives (VAFRE) will be a premier connector and educator of fund-raising professionals in the Commonwealth of Virginia. This vision will be pursued in a way mindful of VAFRE’s founding spirit as a collegial and inclusive organization that inspires and unites a strong community of fund-raising professionals and non-profit organizations.
