The association of development officers (ado) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of fundraising and philanthropy in the hudson valley region. Ado achieves this through raising public awareness and interest in philanthropy and charitable giving; promoting high ethical fundraising standards; and providing educational opportunities for those involved or interested in the field of fundraising.

Education , Literacy , Remedial Reading & Encouragement

Ado hosts eight professional development seminars each year, reaching on average 60 employees of local nonprofits at each seminar. The topics vary each month and address the major learning areas needed by our membership. Because most nonprofits do not have funds to pay for ongoing career training, ado fills that gap for our members.