Webinars

The Fund Raising School offers a series of webinars for fundraising professionals. Highlighting the latest research from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and addressing the most pressing issues in the field, the webinars offer an affordable and unique learning experience for fundraisers of all experience levels.

Webinar Policies
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"Advice from the Funders" presented by Jenna Wachtmann and Jeff Small

February 14, 2019

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Eastern time)

Price: $19.74

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“Advice from the Funders,” on Thursday, February 14, 2019, at 12pm (EST), offers a unique behind-the-curtain look at applying to foundations for grant dollars. Jenna Wachtmann, Program Officer at Ball Brothers Foundation, and Jeff Small, Vice President of Programs at Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust, share valuable insights on the grant process from the funder perspective. Take this opportunity to hear directly from the funders on what works and what doesn’t when raising money from foundations.

"Board Engagement with Fundraising" presented by Bill Stanczykiewicz

May 9, 2019

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Eastern time)

Price: $19.74

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The board plays a crucial role in organization-wide fundraising success. The Fund Raising School's webinar, "Board Engagement with Fundraising", on Thursday, May 9, 2019, at 12pm (EST), will feature The Fund Raising School’s Director, Bill Stanczykiewicz. Learn practical, real-world strategies for recruiting great board members, keeping your board active, and increasing your board’s engagement with fundraising. This webinar will explore effective ways you can improve the culture of philanthropy in your organization.

"End-of-Year Fundraising Online" presented by Nathan Hand

September 12, 2019

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Eastern time)

Price: $19.74

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It feels like digital fundraising changes every day: new apps, new crowdfunding platforms, too much noise, not enough control. In this webinar with TFRS faculty member Nathan Hand, explore the current landscape of online giving and learn digital strategies you can implement right now to propel your end-of-year fundraising efforts.

"Launching the Public Phase of Your Capital Campaign" presented by Gasby Brown

December 12, 2019

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Eastern time)

Price: $19.74

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You’ve planned for your organization’s capital campaign, you’ve assembled volunteer leaderships, and you’ve secured the lead gifts. What happens once the campaign goes public? This webinar “Launching the Public Phase of your Capital Campaign” will feature TFRS faculty member Gasby Brown who will share strategies for leveraging the public announcement of your campaign. Learn creative ways to engage your donor base, generate excitement in your community, and finish the campaign strong.

Frequently Asked Questions

Payment Method

Payment must be submitted by credit card at time of registration.

Missed Webinar and Cancellation Policy

The Fund Raising School provides webinars at a low rate and therefore we are unable to offer cancellations, refunds or transfers once you have registered. A recording of the webinar will be provided to all registered participants following the live presentation.

Webinar Platform

The Fund Raising School’s webinars are hosted by Zoom.

We recommend that you test your connection to Zoom prior to the start of the webinar.

You can test your computer using Zoom’s test page here.

Please disregard the instructions for testing your microphone. Participants will only have the ability to communicate via chat during the webinar.

We recommend viewing webinars from your computer or laptop; however, a Zoom Mobile app is available for download from most app stores.

How to Join a Webinar

Registered participants will receive a URL for the webinar prior to the start of the event.

All webinars are held from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Eastern time. (check current Eastern time)

CFRE Education Points

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.

Individual webinars offered by The Fund Raising School qualify for 1.0 CFRE Education Points/Hours.

Archived Webinars

Archived webinar recordings are available for purchase here.

Webinars

Webinars

"Advice from the Funders" presented by Jenna Wachtmann and Jeff Small

"Board Engagement with Fundraising" presented by Bill Stanczykiewicz

"End-of-Year Fundraising Online" presented by Nathan Hand

"Launching the Public Phase of Your Capital Campaign" presented by Gasby Brown

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