3 Ways to be an effective fundraiser

Course description


The TED Talk "3 ways to be a more effective fundraiser" by TED explores effective ways to raise money in order to get an idea off the ground, support a community, or help change the world. 


In this video, development strategist Kara Logan Berlin shares her knowledge and offers practical strategies to help individuals, businesses and nonprofit and government organizations learn how to not only ask for the resources they need, but actually secure those funds. Berlin also offers insight into corporate social responsibility, how to develop better negotiation techniques, and how to build better relationships in order to get the resources needed to create positive change within society.


This TED Talk offers subtitles in the following languages:

  • English
  • Arabic
  • Brazilian Portuguese
  • Chinese (Traditional)
  • Chinese (Simplified)
  • European French
  • European Portuguese
  • Hungarian
  • Italian
  • Korean
  • Spanish
  • Turkish
  • Ukrainian


You will receive a downloadable OWL Certificate of Completion upon completion of the course.


Key Learning Points

  • Recognize why fundraising is important for creating social change
  • Apply new negotiation strategies to get the resources you need
  • Build better relationships with donors and investors


Target Audience

All Board Members

Accessibility Standard

WCAG (AA)/ Section 508



LEARN FOR FREE

COURSE DETAILS

Average Completion Time

16 min

  • About the Author

    TED blends narrative-rich presentations—featuring accessible storytelling, insightful examples, and evocative visuals—with cutting-edge digital media, all underpinned by a mission of global engagement and intellectual inspiration. Conceived by visionary thinkers and developed by experts in education, media, and technology, TED’s offerings span live and virtual conferences, TEDx community gatherings, and educational content—all designed to spark curiosity, broaden perspectives, and catalyze meaningful action.