Fundraising and Donor Development
Discover the art of balancing revenue generation and mission execution in nonprofit management, ensuring alignment and upholding organizational values at all levels.
Next available course: Spring 2026
Classes Start 05/18/2026
Registration Open Until 05/22/2026
Course Overview
In this comprehensive course, you will embark on a transformative journey into fundraising and donor development for nonprofits. Designed for both seasoned professionals and newcomers, this course will provide you with a thorough understanding of fundraising strategies, donor cultivation techniques, and principles of donor stewardship as well as the skills to implement them effectively.
Throughout the course, you will engage in practical assignments applicable to your current nonprofit role or future aspirations. These assignments reinforce learning by allowing you to develop and test real-world fundraising plans, enhancing your ability to attract and retain donors. If you're not currently in a nonprofit role, you can conceptualize strategies for an imagined or existing nonprofit.
This course will deepen your knowledge and empower you to take on leadership roles in nonprofit organizations with confidence by applying your newfound expertise in crafting compelling campaigns, building and nurturing donor relationships, and employing innovative approaches to secure funding.
Course Format
Instructor-led week-to-week cadence, with assignments, discussion boards, and learning assessments (quizzes) opening on Monday and to be completed by the end of the week. This gives students flexibility to review materials at their leisure. Additionally, recorded lectures and video recordings are available to enhance learning objectives.
Price
$400Course Details
Units 2 CEUs / 20 PDUs
Location Online Courses
Course Type Group-Paced
Next Available Course
Term Spring 2026
Classes Start 05/18/2026
Registration Open Until 05/22/2026
Register NowWhat You’ll Learn
After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify and analyze various approaches to fundraising.
- Define the fundraising roles of various stakeholders in your organization, including board, staff, volunteers, etc.
- Complete the grant identification process and practice the grant writing process.
- Analyze fundraising and donor development strategies of existing successful nonprofits.
- Duration: 6 Weeks
- Commitment: 3-8 Hours/Week
- Location: Online
- Course Type: Group-Paced
- Units: 2.0 CEUs/ 20 PDUs
Your Instructor
Founder, Academy 360