This course provides an overview of the knowledge and skills required for effective nonprofit fundraising for board members. Topics covered include the key fundraising roles and responsibilities of nonprofit boards along with best practices to support various types of fundraising. The role of the development committee, board giving, and board fundraising engagement are also discussed. Tips for networking, asking for support, and maintaining lasting relationships with donors are provided. Learners will also gain an understanding of how to develop the plans and policies that nonprofit board members use to oversee fundraising and will learn about ways to maintain high ethical standards in their organizations.
Nonprofit Skills: Fundraising for Board Members
Professional Credits:
CEU:
0.3
ATD CI:
3
HRCI:
3
SHRM:
3
SHRMP PDCS:
3
Completion Time
3 hours
Access Time
90 Days
Outcome
Individual Skill Course
Language
English
Training Level
Beginner
Delivery Information:
Online
Asynchronous
Self-paced
Description
Learning Outcomes
Explain the role of the board in nonprofit fundraising
Describe different skills board members use to support fundraising efforts
Describe different skills board members use to support fundraising efforts
Describe how to build and lead a strong development committee
List best practices for different types of fundraising
Describe how board members can develop a fundraising plan for their organization
List ways to maintain strong donor relationships
Explain why nonprofit boards form committees
List ways to maintain strong donor relationships
Additional Information
This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.
Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs.
Requirements
Technology Requirements
Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. Cookies and JavaScript must be enabled
- The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )
- Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
- Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.
- E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.)
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