This course provides an overview of a wide range of topics. We will explore the history, philosophy, and ethics of nonprofit organizations. We will also examine the changing nature of philanthropy in the U.S. and consider the role of leadership in nonprofit development. Students will be introduced to the topics of goal setting, prioritization, communication, and timelines, as well as strategic operational planning based on organizational vision. The course will present various fundraising models and approaches, with an emphasis on grassroots fundraising and possible barriers to transforming social structures.
and principles for annual giving and capital campaigns. They willStudents will learn ideas be exposed to elements of cultivating and effectively using individual major and leadership gifts, as well as planned and estate gifts. Students will also learn to utilizetheories of donor behavior
earned income, grant and contract applications, and special fundraising events. Because many of these rely on attracting donors, we will examine and the role of influence, as well as fundraising ethics, equity, and legal framework. We will also consider how our personal attitudes toward money, wealth, and charity affect our perspectives in the fundraising world.
This is one of five courses that comprise the Nonprofit Administration Certificate at Evergreen.
Anticipated Credit Equivalencies:
4 - Fundraising and Development
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Students are encouraged to take the Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector course at the same time.
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This offering is connected to the Nonprofit Administration Certificate at Evergreen. For more information visit:https://www.evergreen.edu/academics/professional-continuing-education/n…
This course helps participants interested in a nonprofit career prepare for employment and it helps those already working for nonprofits develop knowledge and skills for nonprofit leadership. The skill set is also useful in public and for-profit sector employment.