Association Of Fundraising Professionals Greater Houston Chapter

Austin, TX · Founded 1969

Professional association advancing ethical and effective fundraising practices through education and credentialing

Primary audience
Fundraising Professionals
Work area
Professional Association
Topic
Philanthropy Education
Contact
Jill Assir
Website Contact

About Organization

The organization serves as the Greater Houston chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, providing education, training, mentoring, research, credentialing, and advocacy for fundraising professionals. Based in Austin, TX, the chapter was founded in 1969 and operates with 100 volunteers, generating $312,246 in annual revenue.

What They Focus On

Professional Development

Advancing fundraising expertise through comprehensive education, training programs, and credentialing opportunities for development professionals

Ethical Standards

Promoting ethical fundraising practices and professional accountability through advocacy, research, and adherence to industry standards

Peer Collaboration

Building a supportive community through mentoring relationships and networking opportunities that strengthen the fundraising profession

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$312K

-8.6% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$309K

-17.8% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$490K

+5.9% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $312,246 $309,262 $489,842 0
2023 $341,684 $376,275 $462,551 0
2022 $390,956 $378,575 $470,582 0
2020 $100,305 $153,196 — —
2019 $312,076 $315,962 $488,585 0
2018 $240,202 $290,240 $457,542 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Recruit and engage fundraising professionals seeking to advance their skills and ethical practice standards

  • 02

    Educational Programming

    Deliver workshops, training sessions, and conferences on fundraising techniques and professional development topics

  • 03

    Credentialing Support

    Guide members through certification processes and provide resources for achieving professional fundraising credentials

  • 04

    Community Building

    Foster peer connections through mentoring programs and networking events to strengthen the fundraising profession

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Association Of Fundraising Professionals Greater Houston Chapter

Professional Education

Delivers training programs and workshops to advance fundraising knowledge and skills for development professionals throughout the region

Credentialing Services

Provides pathways to professional certification and credentialing to establish industry standards and ethical practices in fundraising

Mentoring Network

Connects experienced fundraising professionals with emerging practitioners to share knowledge and build career development relationships

Research & Advocacy

Conducts research on fundraising trends and advocates for policies supporting effective philanthropy and nonprofit sustainability

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Association Of Fundraising Professionals Greater Houston Chapter.

JA

Jill Assir

Past President
10 hrs/week
LG

Loubel Galik

President
15 hrs/week
VB

Victor Brooks

President Elect
10 hrs/week
AL

Amy Lampi

Director
BB

Brooke Baugh

Director
CA

Christine Ann Stevens

Director
EL

Eldon Lewis

Director
FE

Flora E Davis

Director
JM

Jess Moore

Director
KB

Keith Brown

Director
KZ

Kelly Zuniga

Director
LL

Lindsay Lewis

Director
LL

Lisa Lorena Garces

Director
LB

Liz Bear

Director
NR

Nekia Robinson

Director
NG

Nicole Gabler

Director
RH

Ronnie Hagerty

Director
SS

Samantha Sheats Olinsky

Director
WH

Will Horton

Director

Milestones

1969

Chapter Founded

1969

Established as Greater Houston chapter to serve regional fundraising professionals

1987

IRS Recognition

1987

Received tax-exempt status recognition from the Internal Revenue Service

2022

Revenue Peak

2022

Achieved highest annual revenue of $390,956 through expanded programming and membership

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AL
Amy Lampi Director 2.00 hrs/week
AJ
Audra Jesudason Treasurer 5.00 hrs/week
BB
Brooke Baugh Director 2.00 hrs/week
CA
Christine Ann Stevens Director 2.00 hrs/week
EL
Eldon Lewis Director 2.00 hrs/week
FE
Flora E Davis Director 2.00 hrs/week
JM
Jess Moore Director 2.00 hrs/week
KB
Keith Brown Director 2.00 hrs/week
KZ
Kelly Zuniga Director 2.00 hrs/week
LL
Lindsay Lewis Director 2.00 hrs/week
LL
Lisa Lorena Garces Director 2.00 hrs/week
LB
Liz Bear Director 2.00 hrs/week
NR
Nekia Robinson Director 2.00 hrs/week
NG
Nicole Gabler Director 2.00 hrs/week
RH
Ronnie Hagerty Director 2.00 hrs/week
SS
Samantha Sheats Olinsky Director 2.00 hrs/week
SB
Serjio Brereda Secretary 5.00 hrs/week
WH
Will Horton Director 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

2 Registrations
1 Client

Clients 1 total

A
Association Of Fundraising Professionals
2 filings

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Association Of Fundraising Professionals Greater Houston Chapter

Phone

(832) 871-5961

Social

Visit Website
3305 Steck Ave Austin, TX 78757