Fundraising and Development

Scroll down and register now for free by clicking on "Add to Cart". Once registered, you will be able to log into Canvas to watch the recording of our last info session, as well as find useful information and resources about the program, including a $60 discount code. Join now and learn how the online and CFRE-approved Professional Certificate in Fundraising and Development prepares you for a successful career in the Nonprofit sector. All courses are CFRE approved and can be taken on a stand-alone basis or counted towards our Professional Certificate. - Nonprofit organizations make a...

Do you need the basics of fundraising under your belt or a refresher in the fundamentals of development? This course introduces the fundraising process, fundraising as a career, and standards of professional practice. With expert guidance, you will explore the structure of a non-profit and learn the roles of the board, staff and volunteers. See step-by-step what goes into developing and executing a fundraising plan and review different giving methods, volunteer management and related ethical considerations. Get skills in strategic planning, marketing and public relations and learn about...

Annual giving includes contributions made annually to sustain a nonprofit’s community solutions and are the lifeblood of fundraising programs. A growing annual giving program is a team sport and culmination of thoughtfully executed communication, solicitation, and donor retention strategies. During this course students learn fundamentals of annual giving including goal setting and campaign management, working with volunteers, crafting the case for support, stakeholder communication, and the evaluation and application of key solicitation techniques. Students learn to apply a range of...

For every new donor making a gift to a charity, one stops giving. Research suggests poor retention among donors is attributed to limited gift acknowledgment and a lack of consistent efforts to communicate measurable results. Donor Relations and Stewardship examines how charities can improve relationships for retained and upgraded giving and expand mission impact. The course explores the four key pillars of donor relations including gift acceptance, acknowledgement, recognition and stewardship viewed through the lens of Penelope Burk’s Donor Centered Fundraising. The course also explores...

Regular small donations can minimally sustain an organization for a while, but frequently development professionals must develop a plan to meet annual budget or capital needs for future growth. In this course students will learn to identify, cultivate, engage, solicit and steward major donors. Additionally, students will learn the basic planned giving concepts and how to discuss different gift vehicles with donors, whether to share with a donor how to leverage an asset to maximize their giving or to overcome objections. Students will learn how to create a major gift plan that will...

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the grants process and how you can use grants to fund your endeavors. This hands-on course will guide you through the entire process of writing a funding proposal. Practice writing problem statements and objectives; receive feedback on your writing; work effectively in group discussions; and learn how to construct a grant budget. Topics include “big-picture” program design; the research process for finding the right grant funders for a project; components of an effective grant proposal; and strategies for organizing the complete package. Discover the...

The leaders and staff of nonprofit organizations must ensure that accounting records and financial statements are accurate and comply with regulatory requirements. This class covers basic nonprofit accounting rules, procedures and best practices. Offering tips for improving financial efficiency and operational effectiveness, the curriculum also provides the “big picture” perspective that is so important to potential donors. Learn strategies to enable your organization to become stronger, more effective, and more sustainable. Learning Objectives: By the end of the course, students will: Gain...

The right community allies can advance your organization’s mission and impact. In this course you will learn about the various avenues in which corporations choose to align themselves with the community. We will explore corporate philanthropy, sponsorships, and other ways to grow partnerships. Learn how to identify potential corporate partners and develop long-lasting relationships that are mutually beneficial. At the end of this course, you will have the tools to develop strong corporate partnerships that can take your organization to the next level. Learning Outcomes By the end of the...

Fundraising campaigns are a cost-effective and exciting way to raise large sums of money in a relatively short period of time, while also significantly improving the visibility of an organization. This course covers the planning and management of capital and comprehensive campaigns as well as specific campaign-related topics, including the decision to conduct a campaign feasibility study and/or hire a campaign consultant, staffing a campaign, recruiting effective campaign leadership and other campaign volunteers, understanding the phases of a campaign, the gift pyramid, and securing and...

Nonprofits rely on volunteers to accomplish the mission, so effective utilization and management of those relationships is key. Creating meaningful and useful roles for volunteers within your organization, and providing the structure and support for them to be successful can amplify the impact of the organization in many ways. You will learn how to build a strong structure for volunteerism within your organization, determine who you need on your board, what their responsibilities and roles are, as well as your role as staff, and very importantly, how to maximize those relationships....