Certificates: Fund Raising Management
When and where
Location | Date | Price | Registration |
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Online (Asynchronous) | June 5, 2023–July 30, 2023 | $1,745 | Register |
Indianapolis | June 20, 2023–June 23, 2023 | $1,695 | Full. Please email tfrs@iupui.edu to be added to the wait list. |
Denver | July 10, 2023–July 13, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Indianapolis | July 17, 2023–July 20, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Washington, D.C. | July 31, 2023–August 3, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Virtual (Live) | August 8, 2023–August 31, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Indianapolis | August 14, 2023–August 17, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Online (Asynchronous) | September 18, 2023–November 12, 2023 | $1,745 | Register |
Indianapolis | September 18, 2023–September 21, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Grapevine (Dallas-Fort Worth) | September 25, 2023–September 28, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Chicago | October 9, 2023–October 12, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Fort Lauderdale | October 16, 2023–October 19, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Atlanta | November 6, 2023–November 9, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Indianapolis | November 13, 2023–November 16, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Indianapolis | December 11, 2023–December 14, 2023 | $1,695 | Register |
Course Details
- Schedule
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Principles & Techniques of Fundraising is offered in the following three formats:
In-person Schedule
The in-person class is four days in length.Day 1: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Day 2: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Day 3: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Day 4: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.Online (Asynchronous) Schedule
The asynchronous online course is eight weeks in length.
Each week you'll have a course module to complete. Each module consists of:- readings from a PDF study guide
- viewing a pre-recorded narrated presentation
- completing a 10-question quiz where you must score a 7 or higher
- engaging in forum discussions with others
- and submitting assignments.
More details about the online format and requirements may be viewed here.
Virtual (Live) Schedule
The live, virtual class is held over eight sessions from 2pm to 5pm Eastern and hosted using the Zoom platform.More details about the virtual format and requirements may be viewed here.
- Agenda
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View the in-person class agenda.
View the online course agenda.
View the virtual course agenda.
- Location
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The location next to each course date indicates if the course is being held in-person (e.g. city name) or online.
For in-person classes, please click on the city name for further details and recommended hotel accommodations.
Registrants for in-person, online, and virtual dates will receive complete course logistical information upon registration. - CFRE Education Points
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Full participation in many of The Fund Raising School’s courses fulfill education point requirements for Category 1.B-Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
Principles & Techniques of Fundraising qualifies for 27.0 CFRE Education Points/Hours.
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION NOTE: Tuition payment is due before the class begins and may be paid by credit card, check, or purchase order. All cancellations and transfers are subject to an administrative fee of $275.
The baseline course for all of The Fund Raising School courses.
Our trademark course—the definitive training program for fundraisers
Recognized internationally, Principles & Techniques provides you with the foundation and inspiration to achieve your organization's financial goals. This course presents the total framework for operating an accomplished fund development program. In just four days you will gain A-through-Z knowledge and skills that are essential for fundraising success.
You’ll learn how to
- Identify and validate prospective donors
- Manage the fundraising process
- Use research to match a donor’s interests and needs with your nonprofit’s mission and goals
- Build an annual fund donor base that keeps on giving
- Manage the process of raising money
- Recognize planned giving benefits to your donors and to your nonprofit
- Structure a successful solicitation
- Respond to challenges and ethical dilemmas with professional skill
What you’ll receive
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The Fundraising CubeThe Fundraising Cube is a colorful desktop reminder of The Fund Raising School’s internationally-regarded fundraising management process. This handy reference is a source of pride for alumni. |
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