AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course

This reimagined in-person course provides a complete overview of fundraising for individuals with less than 5 years of experience, or for those considering a career in fundraising. With dedicated time for discussion and networking on both days, it offers excellent relationship-building opportunities within the fundraising community.

Don’t Miss the Early Bird Registration!

When:
Saturday, November 2nd & Sunday, November 3^rd, 2024
Time:
8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Where:
University Canada West Vancouver House Campus - 1461 Granville St, Vancouver, BC

The AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising course is an introductory, 2-day course that covers comprehensive fundraising principles at a foundational level. The course content focuses on the roles and responsibilities of fundraisers, emphasizing the responsibilities you are likely to encounter at the beginning of your career.

Learning Objectives:

• Discuss the essential components of an integrated development plan.
• Explain the elements of a marketing and communications plan that shares the organization’s message, informs constituents, and engages donors.
• Develop and sustain relationships with prospective donors, current donors, and volunteers.
• Plan individual and group solicitation strategies to secure annual and major gifts.
• Execute management policies and procedures to ensure fundraising activities are conducted with proper records management and stewardship.
• Demonstrate key ethics and accountability principles and practices in fundraising activities.

The course is worth 16 CFRE continuing education credits.

Join us for an engaging learning experience filled with case studies and group projects that make the content substantive and enjoyable. Breaks for coffee and lunch will be provided!

Course Cost Information

Early Bird (register by 4pm October 15th)
AFP Member - $419 + GST
Non-Member - $529 + GST

Regular Rate (after 4pm October 15th)
AFP Member - $449 + GST
Non-Member - $559 + GST