Our Affiliations

Member of
The Association of Fundraising Professionals has been the standard bearer for professionalism in fundraising for more than 50 years. This worldwide association of professionals, of which our founder Tom Zink is a member, advances philanthropy by enabling people and organizations to practice ethical and effective fundraising. The core activities through which it fulfills this mission include education, training, mentoring, research, credentialing, and advocacy. Its Code of Ethical Principles and Standards is recognized as the global authority on fundraising guidelines.

The Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) is dedicated to improving the mental health of individuals, families, and groups around the world by setting the standard of excellence in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Assisted Learning, also known as "horse therapy" or "equine therapy."

Maryland Nonprofits is one of the country's largest and most successful nonprofit associations. It seeks to strengthen, educate and engage nonprofit organizations so they can successfully achieve their missions. Its Standards for Excellence promote ethical practices and accountability. The standards are based on fundamental values of honesty, integrity, fairness, respect, trust, compassion, responsibility and accountability.

Deloitte & Touche part of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, is our financial services firm. It is the world's largest private professional services organization. The principles and values found in the firm's Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct reflect the rigorous commitment that Deloitte US entities have made historically, and continue to make today, to sustain public trust.