In her inaugural President's message, Sharise Harrison outlines how Apra will Bridge Tradition and Innovation in prospect development. Learn about the four guiding priorities—Building Bridges, Championing Inclusiveness, Leading with Ethics, and Embracing Innovation—that will steer Apra's new strategic plan. See how a focus on collaboration, ethical practice in a data-rich world, and leveraging technologies like AI and analytics will position Apra members to lead the field and maximize their collective impact in philanthropy.
In her latest President’s Message, Anne Brownlee reflects on her term, celebrating the power of volunteering and what makes Apra truly magical. She also shares how you can make you can take part in all of what makes Apra great — from signing up to be a 2026 volunteer to joining in on the fun at Prospect Development 2025.
Over the last few months, we’ve seen change and uncertainty in the world and our field. Thankfully, there’s at least one thing we can count on: our Apra community. In her latest president's message, Apra President Anne Brownlee reflects on the relationships she's built during her time with Apra, and how the Prospect Development annual conference has been a throughline in her professional development.