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The Association of Fund-Raising Distributors & Suppliers (AFRDS) is an international association devoted exclusively to the product fundraising industry. Its more than 650 member companies manufacture, supply and/or distribute products that are re-sold by not-for-profit organizations for fundraising purposes.

AFRDS and its members are dedicated to promoting professionalism and integrity in product fundraising. AFRDS members ascribe to an industry Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional Practice. Members participate annually in AFRDS workshops and seminars to stay current on the latest products, programs, innovations and techniques.

Who are the Members of AFRDS?
Members of AFRDS fall into three categories:

Distributors
Companies that market and distribute products to not-for profit organizations (e.g., schools, student clubs, PTAs, youth sports leagues, church groups, civic organizations) which re-sell the products for fundraising purposes. To qualify for AFRDS membership, distributors must provide satisfactory references and document that the company has operated as a distributor in the fundraising industry for a minimum of one year.

Suppliers
Companies that produce, manufacture, import, broker or otherwise supply products or services for sale on a wholesale basis to distributors in the industry. To qualify for AFRDS membership, suppliers must provide satisfactory references and document that the company has operated as a supplier in the fundraising industry for a minimum of one year.

Affiliates
Companies that provide ancillary services to the industry, such as consultants, graphic artists, printers and publishers.


Contact Info
Phone: (404) 252-3663
Fax: (404) 252-0774

Address:
1100 Johnson Ferry Road
Suite 300
Atlanta, Georgia 30342