Struggling with a tight professional development budget? You're not alone.
Discover how the Apra Foundation's new PD Lottery is bridging the gap, investing in the next generation of fundraising and prospect development professionals! This article shines a light on the seven inaugural winners who—thanks to a $2,500 prize covering registration, travel, and hotel—attended the Apra PD conference for the very first time.
Hear inspiring stories from winners like independent consultant Morgan Heck and Yale's Laurel Zhuang on how this opportunity boosted their skills, expanded their networks, and connected them with a vital community. Read about the impact of investing in professional growth and learn how you can help the Apra Foundation continue to fuel development across the field.
Every March, Apra celebrates the vital contributions of prospect development professionals during Prospect Development Pride Month. But despite our professional community driving nonprofit successes, many organizations struggle to fund professional development. Learn how the Apra Foundation is working to bridge this gap — and how you can help support this mission.
As we approach Giving Tuesday, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the transformative power of generosity and community. For Apra, one important way that transformation happens is through the Apra Foundation. Foundation donors open access to educational opportunities that empower and inspire members of our community, helping them grow, thrive and make a lasting impact on their organizations’ missions.