Fundraising

Funders increasingly want to invest in a nonprofit’s impact, not activities. In this workshop, learn to shift your nonprofit organization's focus and communication tactics from activities to outcomes. We will discuss and learn how nonprofit organizations can develop frameworks for tracking the...

We know you want to tell the best story you can in a grant proposal, but do you know what you're saying to funders and other researchers with your 990? What are donors seeing when they access your GuideStar profile?

In this three-hour workshop, we’ll teach you how to adjust your...

We all want to grow our individual donor base, but where to start? If you’re interested in learning how to find new individual donors, then join us as we will provide practical strategies for researching prospects who share a passion for your organization’s mission. You will learn techniques for...

Join us to learn who Candid is and how our resources can help your nonprofit thrive. With our trusted data and trainings, Candid has tools on important issues in the social sector. This orientation will help you determine which Candid resources can help your organization meet its goals,...

COVID-19 has caused many companies, organizations, and even industries to pivot toward new expectations and deliverables. Corporate giving is among those industries that has adjusted the values and opportunities they’re looking for in a nonprofit. The change, from in-person events and...

Join Iowa Humane Alliance, Better Together Animal Rescue and the Shellsburg Lions Club for:

The Best Doggone (and Catgone) Golf Tournament of 2021!

Four person best shot at Wild Cat Golf Course, Shellsburg, IA

To sign up contact Ray Fairchild 319-436-2108 or the Wild Cat...

Looking for grants for your nonprofit?

Come learn how to use Foundation Directory Online (FDO), the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers, with over 235,000+ grant maker profiles. You will learn how to search for grant makers who have funded organizations working on...

Are you new to the field of grantseeking?

Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders in this introductory course.

You will learn the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants, including:

Who...

The Leadership Circle for Emerging Development Professionals is a monthly peer group meeting of new development professionals (0-5 years of experience) from small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations to share challenges and strategies for personal and organizational success. In an informal,...

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...