Neighborhood Networks Interactive Virtual Learning Courses—Fundraising

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The Fundraising Interactive Virtual Learning Course will demystify the sometime daunting field of fundraising, which is the life-blood of most organizations. Fundraising is not a task that should be approached lightly, without prior planning, or without knowledge and reasonable expectations as to the amount donors are likely to give. The course objectives are to develop a fundraising plan that will help increase a Neighborhood Networks center's sustainability. By gaining exposure to a variety of fundraising tactics, discussing the pros and cons of various fundraising strategies, and gaining greater self-confidence to invite others to provide support, participants will be able to develop an effective plan for their centers.

Upon completion of this course, participants will have the skills and knowledge necessary to:

	Develop a realistic plan for annual fundraising targets.
	Determine which fundraising tactics are best suited to various donors.
	Implement a variety of fundraising tactics.

About the Instructor

Ronald Stewart, Ph.D., has helped numerous large and small organizations secure federal, state, and local resources. An experienced grantwriter, Dr. Stewart has provided Neighborhood Networks with grantwriting and fundraising training for the past three years at several venues across the United States. Among the hallmarks of Dr. Stewart's consultation work within the nonprofit and public sectors are his tailored and practical solutions for organizations, staff, and volunteers. His services include a wide array of capacity-building interventions, such as executive coaching, executive search, board development, planning, evaluation, discussion facilitation, and fundraising.

Dr. Ronald Stewart holds a Doctorate in interdisciplinary studies in organizational leadership and management from The Union Institute and University, a Master of Arts in nonprofit organizations from Case Western Reserve University, and a Bachelor of Arts in rhetoric and communications from Kent State University.

Participation

To participate in either live or archived sessions, you can either register online or download, complete, and submit the IVLC registration form. The live course schedule is provided below. Sessions will be recorded and can be accessed at any time after the conclusion of the live session. After registration is confirmed, participants will receive an e-mail with additional course information and access instructions.