With 100+ talented individuals serving across the Apra Board of Directors and 11 committees, our volunteers are the engine driving prospect development (PD) forward. In honor of National Volunteer Week, we asked our community to share how service has shaped their careers. From building global networks to finding the "antidote" to imposter syndrome, their stories highlight the profound impact of giving back. Read their inspiring reflections in our latest Connections article
Not-for-profits are increasingly interested in how Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI can help them achieve more with finite resources. This Connections article explores the use of cross-functional "improvement teams" to vet these novel technologies. By leveraging a formal charter, senior-leader champions, and subject matter experts, organizations can move past the hype to find objective, data-driven solutions for their specific missions
Struggling to explain prospect research to a new hire or wondering where to start with a donor record? Read the latest from Connections as Laurie Holmes previews Apra Fundamentals: Prospect Research, taking place April 7–9. This virtual program demystifies the research lifecycle—from capacity ratings to ethics—with practical, jargon-free instruction. Don’t miss the interactive courtroom-style debate on the ethics of AI! Register now to build your foundation.