CAISap was established in 1989 as a unifying organisation for fundraisers at independent schools across Canada. While the challenges these professionals face have become more complex and expanded, the mission of CAISap remains consistent.
Past Presidents of CAISap
| Year | Name | School |
| 1989-1990 | Michael W. DesRoches | Appleby College |
| 1990-1993 | Mary M. Birt | St. John’s Ravencourt School |
| 1993-1994 | Allan Wightman/Brian A. Iggulden | Lower Canada College/Ridley College |
| 1994-1997 | Brian A. Iggulden | Ridley College |
| 1997-1998 | Victoria A. Wilgress | Ashbury College |
| 1998-1999 | Douglas Edwards | Rothesay-Netherwood School |
| 1999-2002 | Christopher Spicer | St. Michaels University School |
| 2002-2003 | James F. McMillan | Selwyn House School |
| 2003-2004 | Ingrid Healy CFRE | Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School |
| 2004-2007 | Derek D. Fraser CFRE | Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School |
| 2007-2007 | Tara George CFRE | Rothesay-Netherwood School |
| 2007-2009 | Jeanette Hepburn | Albert College |
| 2010-present | Laura Edwards | York House School |
