Program Overview
Developed by five experienced fundraisers, this program focuses on the foundations of philanthropy and the fundamentals of professional fundraising. In this online, self-paced program, you will explore universal practices that can be used by any organization, no matter the size, scope or mission, such as best practices and proven strategies for Annual Giving, Major Gifts, Planned Giving and Corporate and Foundation Relations.
- Individuals interested in starting a career at a nonprofit organization or university
- Social entrepreneurs, founders and leaders of nonprofit organizations
- Current nonprofit staff and volunteers looking to improve their fundraising knowledge
- Higher education leadership, faculty and staff
- Expand your knowledge of proven best practices used by nonprofit organizations and universities to successfully raise money
- Gain an understanding of the fundamentals of professional fundraising, including annual giving; major gifts; planned giving; and corporate and foundation relations
- Learn the best practices for grant writing and submitting proposals to foundations and corporations for funding support
- Understand the psychology of giving and the history of philanthropy in the United States
- The Certificate in Fundraising is 100% online, self-paced, and should take under seven hours to complete.
- The Certificate in Fundraising is CFRE accredited and approved for 6.0 continuing education credit (CEUs)
- Students have 6 months from the date of registration to complete the program.
Tuition Cost: $685
Additional Information:
This course is offered in partnership with Elective Learning LLC and is accredited through CFRE.