A Message to the ADRP Community and Especially to Our Members

As we look ahead, and in this moment in time, ADRP reaffirms its commitment to fostering a welcoming community. This principle is fundamental to excellence in donor relations and philanthropy, helping us strengthen relationships, deepen engagement, and create lasting impact.

Across causes, nonprofit sectors, and countries, ADRP members are dedicated to building a better world. As donor relations professionals, we work together to advance community well-being, champion education and the arts, drive scientific discovery, and mobilize resources to address urgent global challenges. Our collective expertise, dedication, and lived experiences strengthen ADRP, making it a more vibrant and dynamic association.

While we are proud of the steps ADRP has taken to become a more welcoming and inclusive organization, we recognize that fostering meaningful belonging is an ongoing process. We must continue to create space for thoughtful dialogue, amplify diverse perspectives, and critically examine the evolving role of philanthropy in society. At a time when aspects of our sector are being questioned or challenged, we remain committed to ensuring that donor relations professionals have a vital role in shaping a more just and equitable future.

ADRP remains committed to growing our community, strengthening connections, and ensuring that donor relations remains a profession that welcomes all. We invite members to engage in these efforts by connecting with us, sharing insights, and collaborating to shape an inclusive future. If you are interested in contributing to these conversations, we encourage you to connect with us—we value and welcome all voices.

With gratitude, 

P.S.: We encourage you to fill out our feedback form to connect with us.

What is ADRP? ADRP is the diverse community of donor relations professionals sharing education, knowledge, and experience, and empowering members to advance their careers and drive excellence in the field through:

• Networking: the opportunity to find peers to exchange information, contacts, and experience
• The Conference: an annual opportunity for donor relations and stewardship professionals from around the world to share great ideas and expertise; challenge norms; lead the way in our profession; and speak to varying experience levels, shop sizes, and institution types.
• Prestige: recognition for donor relations as a profession
• Inclusiveness: professionals from all over the country and the world serving education, healthcare, the public sector, and all other nonprofit institutions