Introducing the first annual Beth Krueger Emerging Leader Scholarship — a unique opportunity designed to recognize and invest in the growth of an up-and-coming professional in the fundraising field. This annual scholarship will support individuals who show exceptional promise, passion, and leadership potential in advancing the nonprofit sector.
AFP Greater Austin is committed to cultivating a strong pipeline of future leaders to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of our sector. This scholarship is made in honor of Beth Krueger, a beloved and influential leader whose legacy continues to inspire and uplift fundraisers across our community.
The scholarship winner will receive:
AFP Greater Austin Chapter Membership
Registration and paid travel to the 2026 AFP ICON Conference
Registration and paid travel to the 2026 LEAD Conference
Funds to cover the cost of CFRE Certification (The winner must commit to take the certification test within two years of receiving the scholarship.)
Free access to all 2026 AFP Greater Austin Chapter Luncheons
One ticket to Philanthropy Day 2026
One ticket to One Day Conference 2026
Opportunity to serve as an Honorary AFP Greater Austin Board Member with an assigned Board Mentor
Total value of the scholarship: $5,270
The winner of this scholarship will have to comply with the following expectations:
Commit to take the CFRE certification exam within 2 years of receiving the scholarship.
Be an active AFP Greater Austin Chapter member and serve on at least one Chapter committee
Attend 70% of AFP Greater Austin Board Meetings as an Honorary Board Member
Participate in monthly touchpoints with their assigned AFP Greater Austin Board Mentor. Touchpoints can be an in-person meeting, phone call, or email.
Present a report on their experience as the Emerging Leader Scholar and progress toward their CFRE certification to the AFP Greater Austin Board of Directors at the December 2026 board meeting.
Eligibility: To be considered, applicants must
1. Work in a fundraising role at a 501c3 nonprofit organization 2. Work in the Greater Austin area 3. Be willing to comply with the AFP Fundraising Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct 4. Comply with the aforementioned expectations
Application Process: Step 1: Written application with at least one reference letter preferably from an AFP member. Written applications are due by 5:00 PM on August 4, 2025. Step 2: The top three candidates chosen by the AFP Greater Austin Scholarship Committee will participate in a virtual Interview. The top three candidates will be notified on August 22, 2025. Step 3: AFP Greater Austin will publicly announce the winner of the scholarship at the 2025 One Day Conference on Friday, October 3rd.