AHP is an international association whose mission is to inspire educate and serve those transforming healthcare through philanthropy. It does this by: enhancing the effective performance and professionalism of its members; promoting the importance of philanthropy, volunteerism, and the role of not-for-profit healthcare institutions and organizations; providing comprehensive education and accreditation programs of recognized value; strengthening the ability of healthcare institutions and organizations to attract resources through professional development efforts; fostering adherence to established professional standards, ethical conduct, and a commitment to service; facilitating and promoting the sharing of expertise among colleagues in a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect; encouraging the establishment of comprehensive development programs in healthcare institutions and organizations; strengthening the association's position as the primary authority on healthcare philanthropy.