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Spring 2018 Fundraising Basics Course (Two days)

  • 08 Mar 2018
  • 8:00 AM
  • 09 Mar 2018
  • 4:15 PM
  • University of Massachusetts Club, One Beacon Street, Floor 32, Boston MA 02108
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Spring 2018
Fundraising Basics Course


Thursday, March 8 -
Friday, March 9, 2018

University of Massachusetts Club
One Beacon Street, Floor 32
Boston MA 02108


 Basics is an introduction to fundraising for those who are new to the field. Career changers and junior professionals turn to Basics to acquire fundamental skills necessary for building a successful fundraising program. Development directors and CEOs encourage their staff to attend to give them a well rounded knowledge of fundraising and development.

The course includes a series of master sessions taught by a faculty of practicing professionals in the field who are eager to share their knowledge with you. You will have direct access to accomplished individuals from a variety of fundraising sectors.

Learn to apply fundraising techniques in the context of changing demographics, emerging management models, and ethical challenges. The Basics Course covers all areas of the development process from identifying your priorities and prospects, through the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship process, and planned giving. Corporate and foundation solicitation strategies, major gifts and capital campaign components also will be covered. Students will receive comprehensive resources and summaries for each interactive session.

You will have an opportunity to network with other professionals in the field and leave with a lasting experience that provides resources to draw upon as your fundraising career develops.


Program Schedule

 Registration and Breakfast - 8:00 am
Program Begins - 8:30 am
Program Concludes - 3:00 pm (until 4:15 on Friday)

Topics to be Covered in the Course

  • Introduction to Philanthropy
  • Major Gifts & Capital Campaigns
  • Planned Giving Basics
  • Annual Giving and Best Practices
  • Marketing and Communications, including e-Philanthropy
  • Advancement Services and Prospect Research
  • Corporate Fundraising, Foundations, grants & Initiatives 
  • Special Events
  • Partnering with Volunteers, CEOs and Boards
  • Managing your Career


Course Registration Fee

 AFP Members - $299
Non-Member Early Bird - $425
Non-Member after Feb. 8 - $475

Two scholarships have been awarded for the Spring Basics Course. The application process is now closed.

Breakfast and lunch will be served.

Please be advised that a photo I.D. is required to enter One Beacon Street.