AFP Code of Ethical Principles

Integrity Fundraising endorses AFP’s Code of Ethical Principles by aspiring to:

• practice our profession with integrity, honesty, truthfulness and adherence to the absolute obligation to safeguard the public trust;
• act according to the highest standards and visions of our organization, profession and conscience;
• put philanthropic mission above personal gain;
• inspire others through our own sense of dedication and high purpose;
• improve our professional knowledge and skills, so that our performance will better serve others;
• demonstrate concern for the interests and well being of individuals affected by our actions;
• value the privacy, freedom of choice and interests of all those affected by our actions;
• foster cultural diversity and pluralistic values, and treat all people with dignity and respect;
• affirm, through personal giving, a commitment to philanthropy and its role in society;
• adhere to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations;
• advocate within our organization, adherence to all applicable laws and regulations;
• avoid even the appearance of any criminal offense or professional misconduct;
• bring credit to the fundraising profession by our public demeanor;
• encourage colleagues to embrace and practice these ethical principles and standards of professional practice; and
• be aware of the codes of ethics promulgated by other professional organizations that serve philanthropy.