Fundraising

Strong donor relationships are critical to fundraising success at all stages of the development cycle. That’s a fact! Explore eight steps successful fundraisers take to reach and surpass their goals. These steps present proven techniques for connecting with donors, effectively communicating your...

Join us to learn practical strategies for better engaging your board in fundraising. In this training, we’ll cover boards’ typical fundraising responsibilities, why some board members may be reluctant to fundraise, and how to overcome these concerns. We will also brainstorm new ways your board...

Whether you’re new to fundraising or have years of experience, we’ll show you how to turn prospective supporters into dedicated donors. In our webinar, you’ll learn simple, proven techniques for prioritizing your fundraising efforts. We’ll also provide you with strategies to cultivate potential...

Join hundreds of your fellow fundraising leaders in Indianapolis for 3 days of learning and connecting and gain the skills to lead your organization—and the sector—to a bright future.

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AFP is excited to welcome Kirsten Smith, VP Marketing and Brand Strategy at TrueNorth, and Brent Cobb, CEO, World Class Industries, to our September educational program. They will share insights about how their companies vet proposals from nonprofits and prioritize charitable giving, provide...

Join us to learn simple, proven steps to help identify, qualify, and reach potential donors with an affinity for your cause. Whether you’re new to fundraising or have years of experience and no matter the size or stage of your organization, this webinar will have something for you. You will...

Historically, in the United States, individual giving has been the biggest source of private giving, far outpacing foundation or corporate giving.  According to Giving USA, “American individuals, bequests, foundations, and corporations gave an estimated $449.64 billion to U.S. charities in 2019...

Do you feel like you should do a survey, but have no idea what to ask? Do you have a survey but aren’t sure if the questions are phrased the right way? Surveys are a common methodology to gather data from your program participants. They are frequently a part of a program evaluation process. It...

Did you know that Gen X represents over a quarter of the population? This critical segment is underappreciated. Understanding Gen X preferences is vital, especially in the larger context of a rapidly changing and uncertain climate. Join presenter Ben Snyder on a journey for solutions against...

Nonprofit leaders have navigated a lot during the past 18 months; funding priorities have shifted, virtual meetings consumed calendars, “pivoting” to new service delivery models became commonplace and managing the evolved needs of both clients and staff were essential. As our community continues...