AFS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization supported by donations, membership dues and meeting registrations, and sale of AFS merchandise. Your contributions and purchases make a direct impact on the strength of our organization.
Contributions of all sizes are greatly appreciated. We accept donations both online and by mail. When you donate to the AFS General Fund, your donation goes to immediate use where it is most needed. These donations are crucial to helping maintain programs that need your support year-round!
A gift to the American Fisheries Society directly fuels programs and activities that elevate our profession and advance our field such as supporting student engagement, professional development opportunities, scientific publications, and initiatives that help ensure all members of the fisheries community can engage and thrive.
With your support, we can continue to:
If AFS has played a meaningful role in your career or you wish to demonstrate your commitment to aquatic conservation, please consider making a donation to help support our multiple programs. Donations to the AFS General Fund give its leaders the flexibility to use it to support the areas of greatest need. Every gift, large or small, helps shape the future of fisheries science.
We are truly grateful for your continued support, your passion, and your dedication to our shared mission! Together, we can ensure a vibrant future for fisheries, aquatic ecosystems, and the professionals who steward them.