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“The best thing to give to your enemy is forgiveness; to an opponent, tolerance; to a friend, your heart; to your child, a good example; to a father, deference; to your mother, conduct that will make her proud of you; to yourself, respect; to all men, charity.”
Benjamin Franklin
Principles of Fundraising Course
Principles of Fundraising Course = 30 CFRE Credits
Effective fundraising requires sophisticated methods of identifying, cultivating and soliciting potential donors. This course provides an overview of the techniques needed to succeed.
We have selected faculty who are development professionals and/or experts in their field and willing to share their knowledge and extensive experience. Through this course you will develop an inventory of skills for meeting the challenges of the fundraising profession.
Registration is Now Open for Fall 2019!
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Spring 2019 Course dates and detailed schedule: |
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Starting a Development Program |
Week 1 – January 28 |
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Annual Giving |
Week 2 – February 5 |
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Institutional Fundraising |
Week 3 – February 11 |
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Grant Seeking |
Week 4 –February 18 |
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Research, Cultivation and Solicitation |
Week 5 – February 25 |
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Spring Recess |
OFF-March 4 |
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Accountability, Ethics & The Law |
Week 6 – March 11 |
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Campaign Fundraising |
Week 7 – March 18 |
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Basics of Planned Giving |
Week 8 – March 25 |
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Solicitation & The Donor’s Perspective |
Week 9 – April 1 |
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The Board’s Role |
Week 10 – April 8 |
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Marketing, PR, & Social Media |
Week 11 – April 15 |
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Easter Recess |
OFF-April 22 |
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Putting It All Together |
Week 12 – April 29 |
For more information and to register, visit Villanova’s Fundraising webpage.
Course Fees
AFP Members – $750.00
Nonmembers – $850.00
Fees include all instructional materials.
Parking is an additional fee.
