Ethics

Ethical standards and principles are the foundation for maintaining public trust, for every AFP member. AFP provides a self-governed process for addressing ethical concerns.

Ethical standards and principles are the foundation for maintaining donor and public trust. AFP provides a self-governed process for addressing ethical concerns and the only enforceable code of ethics in the fundraising profession.

Latest Ethics Developments

Kate McNeely

05 Oct 2023 Guides & Resources

The Ethics of Leading with Empathy

By Kate McNeely (she/her), Director of Development, Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network (GAIN)

01 Oct 2023 Micro-Learning Video

AFP Ethics Awareness Month: Joyce Mitchell-Antoine Interview

01 Oct 2023 Micro-Learning Video

AFP Ethics Awareness Month: Tycely Williams Interview 2023

Ethics Awareness Month

25 Sep 2023 President's Perspective Blog

Mike’s Monday Message: Ethics Awareness Month

In This Section

Code of Ethical Standards

Standards & Guidelines

Enforcement & Sanctions

The Donor Bill of Rights

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Fundraising Ethics

Hot Topic

Ethics

09 Jun 2020 Tools & Templates

Ethics Complaint Forms

Ethics Committee Guidance: Payment of Internet Fees for Service

21 Sep 2018 Guides & Resources

Social Media Guidelines: Ethical, Safe and Effective Practical Standards

16 Oct 2018 Tools & Templates

AFP Standard Forms of Agreement (Model Contracts) for Chapters

22 Feb 2019 Guides & Resources

International Statement of Ethical Principles in Fundraising (Revised July 2018)

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