Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations

Course description


Fundraising is one of the central activities of a nonprofit organization and nonprofit management. To help finance operating budgets, nonprofits must raise money every year. In addition, special projects and improvements to facilities may be needed. In these situations, fundraisers will often launch large capital campaigns or apply for foundation grants. This course by MindEdge offers an introduction to fundraising for nonprofit organizations, with an emphasis on the fundamental issues.


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

Key Learning Points

  • Compare and contrast fundraising through corporate donations versus foundation grants
  • Describe methods for evaluating annual campaign performance
  • Describe the key concepts related to nonprofit fundraising



Key Features

Video, Inline Activities, Post-Assessment


Accreditation

0.4 hours, Continuing Education Units (CEU), International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), HR Certificate Institute (HRCI)

0.4 hours, Continuing Education Units (CEU), Association for Talent Development (ATD)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), Certified Fund Raising Executive International (CFRE)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

0.4 hours, Continuing Education Units (CEU), American Marketing Association (AMA PCM)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), Project Management Institute (PMI)

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COURSE DETAILS

Average Completion Time

4 hours

  • About the Author

    MindEdge is a leading provider of online training for nonprofits, agencies, corporations, and individuals. Their courses combine narrative learning—featuring simulations, real-world scenarios, and case studies—with innovative technology and a commitment to continuous improvement in content and design. Developed by business school faculty, industry professionals, and subject matter experts, MindEdge courses offer professional accreditation, and enhance skills through interactive exercises, mini-cases, and engaging exercises that learners can immediately put into practice.