Introduction to Fundraising and Development
BUSA-40984
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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 working with different consultants. From special project campaigns to fundraising technology, you will learn it all. Get your start today.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will:
- Gain a working knowledge of career goals and the methods used to make an impact in the non-profit sector.
- Develop confidence in decision making through peer support and review of case studies.
- Increase the understanding of the value of a fundraising plan.
- Learn how to develop pieces of a fundraising plan.
- Gain knowledge from veteran fundraisers and hear about the current industry climate.
- Learn how to help fund a program/organization.
Full participation in Introduction to Fundraising and Development is applicable for 20 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
Course Overview
Jessie Bustamante teaches Introduction to Fundraising and Development, one of the required courses in the Fundraising and Development Certificate
About Jessie BustamanteThis course can be taken on a stand-alone basis, or counted towards our Professional Certificate in Fundraising and Development.
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For more information, contact the Program Manager at FRDevProgram@ucsd.edu.
Course Information
10% discount reserved for UCSD students:
You may purchase a discounted printed version of the textbook via the UC San Diego Bookstore.
UCSD students can get a discounted digital copy of the required textbook here: Wiley: University of California San Diego Direct to Student Website--Tempel
This course can be taken on a stand-alone basis or counted towards the Professional Certificate in Fundraising and Development.
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Course sessions
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This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.
Textbooks:
Achieving Excellence in Fundraising 5th
by Shaker, Tempel, Nathan, Stancykiewicz
ISBN / ASIN: 9781119763758
You may purchase textbooks via the UC San Diego Bookstore.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 7/29/2025
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Instructor:
Jessie Bustamante
Jessie Bustamante is currently the Chief Advancement Officer, and has been since summer of 2019, at ACCEL. This organization serves individuals who have severe and profound disabilities and special needs. In Jessie's role she oversees the fundraising, marketing, public relations, communications, and all external relations with a $20M+ budget. In past roles Jessie has led fundraising efforts at organizations such as American Heart Association, American Lung Association, and a community building organization called Moishe House. Jessie thrives on new challenges and loves the thrill of making a major ask that will definitively end in a "yes!" Her passion for fundraising is contagious and Jessie is excited to share her excitement and knowledge to increase the number of well-educated fundraisers because we always need more. Outside of work, Jessie is most proud to be a Board Member of Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary which serves the medical and adoption needs for senior dogs. Jessie lives in Scottsdale, Arizona with her husband, Luis, and two puppies, Hope and Hulk.
Jessie Bustamante has been selected as a 2023 Phoenix Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree! This prestigious recognition celebrates her outstanding contributions to the nonprofit industry and the Phoenix community.
Section ID:
Class type:
This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.
Textbooks:
Achieving Excellence in Fundraising 5th
by Shaker, Tempel, Nathan, Stancykiewicz
ISBN / ASIN: 9781119763758
You may purchase textbooks via the UC San Diego Bookstore.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 10/21/2025
Schedule:
Instructor:
Jessie Bustamante
Jessie Bustamante is currently the Chief Advancement Officer, and has been since summer of 2019, at ACCEL. This organization serves individuals who have severe and profound disabilities and special needs. In Jessie's role she oversees the fundraising, marketing, public relations, communications, and all external relations with a $20M+ budget. In past roles Jessie has led fundraising efforts at organizations such as American Heart Association, American Lung Association, and a community building organization called Moishe House. Jessie thrives on new challenges and loves the thrill of making a major ask that will definitively end in a "yes!" Her passion for fundraising is contagious and Jessie is excited to share her excitement and knowledge to increase the number of well-educated fundraisers because we always need more. Outside of work, Jessie is most proud to be a Board Member of Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary which serves the medical and adoption needs for senior dogs. Jessie lives in Scottsdale, Arizona with her husband, Luis, and two puppies, Hope and Hulk.
Jessie Bustamante has been selected as a 2023 Phoenix Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree! This prestigious recognition celebrates her outstanding contributions to the nonprofit industry and the Phoenix community.
