The Association of Donor Relations Professionals (ADRP)

What The Association of Donor Relations Professionals (ADRP) does

ADRP is a private nonprofit professional membership association founded in 2004 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, that serves donor relations and stewardship professionals working in fundraising, gift acknowledgment, and advancement services. Its membership spans higher education, healthcare, museums and cultural organizations, environmental and religious nonprofits, with stated intent (2026-2030 Strategic Plan) to keep non-higher-education membership at 40%+ and grow non-USA membership at 2% annually. The organization is volunteer-governed with no direct employees; administrative support is provided by SBI Association Management, and its technology stack is built on GrowthZone (CMS/website) and MemberClicks (member portal, MyADRP, applications, renewals), with Zoom for webinars, Map Dynamics for speaker management, and A2Z Events for conference lead retrieval.

The core product is a tiered membership ($200 individual / $875-$4,785 group) gating access to the MyADRP portal, recorded webinars, The Hub resource library, and event discounts. Revenue is diversified across annual membership dues (individual and three-tiered group), the September International Conference ($965-$1,300 full / $550-$750 single day), the CFRE-accredited Fundamentals of Donor Relations online course ($350-$400), regional events and My ADRP Live half-day gatherings ($85-$100), monthly webinars (free for members / $75 non-members), and corporate sponsorship/exhibitor packages (Platinum/Silver/Bronze). Distribution is direct-to-consumer self-serve through adrp.net and members.adrp.net, supplemented by regional events and a multi-channel social/email marketing presence (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube/Vimeo).

Strategic posture for 2026 emphasizes programmatic depth: new conference-format initiatives (Cohort Program, Speaker Coaching Program, Barrier Busting Workshop), an emerging AI-curation webinar series, CFRE International credit integration, and expansion of the Mythos/A2Z/BWF/W&E Baum partner ecosystem. A stated strategic goal is to host a second International Conference outside the USA by 2030. ADRP is governed by a Board of Directors (2026-2029 slate referenced) led by President Marian Johnson; ownership is the membership itself, with no equity investors or funding rounds on record.

Name

The Association of Donor Relations Professionals (ADRP)

Legal name

Association of Donor Relations Professionals

Website

https://adrp.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

ADRP is a volunteer-run, Seattle-based nonprofit professional membership association founded in 2004 that serves donor relations and stewardship professionals globally through tiered memberships, an annual International Conference, regional events, webinars, and CFRE-accredited training.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Membership Dues: Annual membership fees providing access to the ADRP community, webinars, resources, regional events, and discounts on the International Conference and educational courses. Individual membership is $200 annually and is owned by the individual person.
2. Group Membership Dues: Three-tiered group membership for organizations: Small Group (2-5 employees: $875 or 6 employees: $1,075), Medium Group (7-10 employees: $1,700 or 11 employees: $1,900), and Large Group (12-20 employees: $3,300 or 21-30 employees: $4,785). Organization-owned with transferable membership slots.
3. Conference Registration: Revenue from the annual International Conference registration fees. 2026 conference rates: Members $965 (Early Bird) / $1,045 (Regular); Non-Members $1,300. Single day rates available at $550-$750.
4. Educational Course Fees: Revenue from the Fundamentals of Donor Relations online course: $350 for ADRP Members, $400 for Non-Members. Course provides 4 CFRE credit points.
5. Sponsorship and Exhibitor Partnerships: Corporate partners sponsor and exhibit at the annual International Conference. Sponsorship packages include Platinum, Silver, and Bronze tiers with benefits such as attendee list access, exhibit booth space, and recognition. Exhibitor booth fees and additional representative registrations ($250 each) also contribute revenue.
6. Regional Event Fees: Revenue from regional conferences, workshops, and My ADRP Live events. My ADRP Live Chicago: $85 for members, $100 for non-members. Regional event formats include coffee/happy hours ($0-$25), round tables, workshops (50-100 attendees), and full conferences.
7. Webinar Fees: Webinars are free for ADRP members; non-members pay $75 per webinar. All registrants receive links to recordings and slides via email after presentations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

ADRP is a global professional membership association serving donor relations and stewardship professionals working in the nonprofit and education sectors. It sells annual individual and group memberships, a flagship annual International Conference, the Fundamentals of Donor Relations online certification course (CFRE-accredited), regional events, and a member-only portal with webinars and resource libraries.

Product overview

ADRP is a professional membership organization offering a portfolio of educational programs, events, and resources for donor relations and stewardship professionals. The core offerings include individual and group memberships ($200-$4,785 annually) providing access to the member portal (My ADRP), webinars, and the resource hub. Educational products include the self-paced Fundamentals of Donor Relations online course ($350-400 with CFRE credit) and monthly webinars. The flagship event is the annual International Conference (September, $965-1,045 for members), supplemented by regional events including My ADRP Live gatherings. Additional programs include the Speaker Coaching Program and Conference Cohort Program for networking. Sponsorships and exhibitor opportunities are available at the annual conference.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Membership Annual membership for individual donor relations professionals at $200/year, owned by the individual and portable across employers; includes MyADRP portal access, member-rate pricing on events and courses, and webinars.
• Group Membership Organization-owned annual group memberships with transferable slots across 2-30 employees in three tiers (Small, Medium, Large) priced $875-$4,785; designed for development offices at institutions to put multiple staff on ADRP programming.
• Fundamentals of Donor Relations Course Self-paced online course covering donor relations strategy, ethics, gift acceptance, acknowledgments, stewardship reports, and donor recognition; awards 4 CFRE credit points and a digital certificate of completion.
• ADRP International Conference Annual flagship multi-day conference featuring keynotes, breakout sessions, networking, and exhibitor expo; full conference registration $965-$1,045 for members and $1,300 for non-members with early bird and single-day options.
• Regional Workshops and Conferences Volunteer-organized regional events in formats ranging from coffee and happy hour networking to round tables, workshops, and full-day conferences across U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
• My ADRP Live Events Half-day condensed conference-format regional events featuring panel discussions and interactive table conversations on a single themed topic; example: My ADRP Live Chicago, July 10, 2026.
• Webinars Monthly webinars on donor relations and stewardship topics; free for members and $75 for non-members, with recordings and slides delivered to all registrants.
• Conference Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities Corporate partnership packages at the annual International Conference including Platinum, Silver, and Bronze sponsorship tiers and exhibitor booth rentals; includes attendee list access, booth space, and lead retrieval services.
• Conference Excursions Optional ticketed tours offered during the annual conference (e.g., botanical garden or museum guided tours) priced $35-$45 per person.

Quantifiable outcome

• Members gain access to high-quality, relevant, and diverse educational resources supporting professional growth
• +4 more outcomes

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Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration6 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Texas State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Texas State University's Donor Engagement team built and launched the Gift Compliance and Utilization Portal, which won the 2025 ADRP ISA (Innovative Solutions Award). This first-of-its-kind internal fund stewardship platform centralizes access to donor fund data for over 1,400 gift accounts. Their presentation will be featured at the October 2026 webinar.
• SBI Association ManagementcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSBI Association Management provides administrative support for ADRP. They serve many other local, national, and international nonprofit associations. When calling the ADRP Office, SBI staff assist with inquiries. Business hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Pacific Time.
• MythosflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerMythos is the Platinum Sponsor for ADRP 2026 webinars. Mythos connects donors to the impact of their giving. The platform streamlines financial reporting, recipient story collection, and donor communications—delivering donor-specific content both online and print. Mythos helps stewardship professionals cultivate deeper relationships with donor communities.
• BWFminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBWF is an exhibitor at the 2026 ADRP International Conference, providing services to the donor relations and fundraising community.
• W&E BaumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerW&E Baum is an exhibitor at the 2026 ADRP International Conference, providing donor recognition and memorial products.
• A2Z EventscoreTechnology or IntegrationA2Z Events is the official and authorized provider of lead retrieval services for the ADRP International Conference. Offers mobile app with scanning capabilities, unlimited custom sales qualifiers, and note-taking features. Lead retrieval pricing: $350 (3 activations), $550 (5 activations), $750 (unlimited).
• Peppermill Resort Spa CasinocoreOthersConference venue partner for the 2026 ADRP International Conference (September 15-18, 2026) in Reno, Nevada. Located at 2707 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502. Room rates starting at $140 for king or $160 for double queens. Group code: ADRP126.
• Domestic Violence Resource Center (DVRC)minorOthersADRP 2026 Service Project partner. DVRC is a Reno-based nonprofit helping survivors of domestic violence since 1977. Conference attendees can support through welcome kit donations (travel-sized toiletries), notes of encouragement, and financial contributions to support emergency shelter, transitional housing, advocacy, children's programs, and pet services.
• GrowthZonecoreTechnology or IntegrationWebsite platform and association management software provider. GrowthZone CMS powers the ADRP website (adrp.net) and provides the member portal infrastructure.
• CFRE InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) International provides certification for fundraising professionals. ADRP's Fundamentals of Donor Relations course awards 4 CFRE education credit points toward initial certification and/or recertification.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BoardSource: BoardSource is a nonprofit leadership and governance association that, like ADRP, monetizes memberships, conferences, and educational content for nonprofit professionals. It illustrates the broader nonprofit-association template ADRP operates within and is a direct comparably-sized peer association.
• Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE): CASE is the dominant professional association for higher-education advancement (alumni relations, development, communications), serving ADRP's largest customer vertical. It competes directly for the same advancement offices' group-membership budgets and runs a parallel annual conference and region-based programming model.
• Independent Sector: Independent Sector is the leading national membership organization for nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs. It serves a similar advocacy + community + convening mission for the broader nonprofit sector in which ADRP's members operate, functioning as an umbrella peer.
• Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP): AHP is the dedicated professional association for healthcare fundraisers and donor relations staff. It overlaps with ADRP's healthcare customer segment on a similar membership + conference + education model and is the natural vertical-specialist counterpart in healthcare that ADRP would need to displace or partner with.
• National Council of Nonprofits: The National Council of Nonprofits is the network of state and regional nonprofit associations serving capacity-building and advocacy needs. It is a directly comparable nonprofit membership-association peer in mission and operating model, even though its audience sits one layer above ADRP's institutional buyers.
• Apra (Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement): Apra is the professional association for advancement researchers, a closely adjacent function to donor relations within institutional advancement offices. It runs the same membership + annual conference + chapter-based community model and serves a complementary professional population.
• Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP): AFP is the largest global professional association for fundraising professionals, of which donor relations/stewardship is a sub-discipline. It is the most direct peer: both organizations deliver memberships, annual conferences, certifications, and educational content to overlapping advancement audiences, competing for the same institutional dues wallets.

Others

• Giving USA Foundation: Giving USA produces the annual philanthropy research report used across ADRP's member organizations. It is an adjacent enabling peer (research and data) rather than a direct competitor, but it overlaps at conferences and serves the same donor relations/institutional advancement buyer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/association-of-donor-relations-professionals
• Instagraminstagram.com/adrp_social
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