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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 2018!
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Fall 2018 Course dates and detailed schedule: |
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Starting a Development Program |
Week 1 – August 27 |
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Labor Day- No class |
OFF- September 3 |
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Annual Giving |
Week 2 – September 10 |
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Institutional Fundraising |
Week 3 – September 17 |
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Grant Seeking |
Week 4 – September 24 |
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Research, Cultivation and Solicitation |
Week 5 – October 1 |
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Accountability, Ethics & The Law |
Week 6 – October 8 |
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Fall Break |
OFF – October 15 |
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Campaign Fundraising |
Week 7 – October 22 |
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Basics of Planned Giving |
Week 8 – October 29 |
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Solicitation & The Donor’s Perspective |
Week 9 – November 5 |
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The Board’s Role |
Week 10 – November 12 |
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Marketing, PR, & Social Media |
Week 11 – November 19 |
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Putting It All Together |
Week 12 – November 26 |
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.
