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Fundraising Courses

Fundraising courses can help you learn how to plan campaigns, build donor relationships, and communicate an organization’s mission effectively. You can build skills in grant writing, stewardship strategies, outreach planning, and using data to guide fundraising decisions. Many courses introduce tools such as CRM systems, research databases, and communication platforms that support managing and growing fundraising efforts.

Popular Fundraising Courses and Certifications


  • B

    Berklee

    Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Entrepreneurship, Music History, Contract Negotiation, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Creativity, Team Building, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Innovation, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Music, Brand Strategy, Branding, Project Planning, Performing Arts, Business, Social Media

    4.8 stars, 3.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Nonprofit Law

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Non-Profit Accounting, Philanthropy, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Compliance Management, Regulatory Requirements, Lobbying, Labor Law, Tax Compliance, Income Tax, Tax, Accountability, Tax Laws, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Organizational Structure

    4.9 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Annual Campaigns: Building a Case for Support

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Campaign Management, Direct Marketing, Advertising Mail, Campaign Planning, Data-Driven Marketing, Target Audience, Email Marketing, Telemarketing, Events and Conferences, Event Planning, Relationship Building, Customer Engagement, Cross-Channel Marketing, Telephone Skills

    4.2 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Valuations of startups for Venture Capitalists

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Sales Strategy, Entrepreneurial Finance, Market Analysis, Product Development, Go To Market Strategy, Market Opportunities, Market Research, New Product Development, Sales Process, Financial Acumen, Sales Management, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Experience Design, User Experience, Target Market, Entrepreneurship, Business Valuation, Fundraising

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Università Bocconi

    Private Equity and Venture Capital

    Skills you'll gain: Private Equity, Business Valuation, Investment Management, Entrepreneurial Finance, Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investments, Equities, Portfolio Management, Financial Management, Tax Management, Tax Laws, Entrepreneurship, Financial Regulation, Due Diligence, Fundraising, Contract Negotiation, Cash Flows, Governance

    4.8 stars, 9.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • D

    Duke University

    Financing for Startup Businesses

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Entrepreneurial Finance, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Equities, Financial Modeling, Finance, Private Equity, Loans, Consumer Lending, Credit Risk, Microsoft Excel, Digital Analysis, Liquidation, Fundraising, Lending and Underwriting

    4.5 stars, 230 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (230) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Y

    Yale University

    Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Human Centered Design, Entrepreneurship, Communication Planning, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Governance, Communication, Advocacy, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Entrepreneurial Finance

    4.9 stars, 181 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (181) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Impact Investment Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Investments, Philanthropy, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Fundraising, Capital Markets, Financial Market, Financial Management, Finance, International Finance, Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Fiscal Management, Due Diligence, Business Strategy, Business Management

    4.9 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Geneva

    International Organizations Management

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Leadership and Management, Strategic Partnership, Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Fundraising, Business Management, Leadership, Governance, Organizational Structure, World History, Branding

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Nonprofit Marketing, Engagement, and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Newsletters, Governance, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Branding, Brand Strategy, Philanthropy, Fundraising, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Digital Media Strategy, Storytelling, Marketing and Public Relations, Media and Communications, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Operations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Advocacy, Peer Review, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Verbal Strategic Communication, Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 366 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (366) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Organizational Capacity and Donor Engagement Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Budget Management, Philanthropy, Budgeting, Prospecting and Qualification, Strategic Marketing, Brand Marketing, Campaign Planning, Campaign Management, Promotions and Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Proposal Development, Organizational Strategy, Digital Brand Strategy, Capacity Planning, Proposal Writing, Driving engagement, Relationship Building

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular fundraising courses

  • Music Business: Berklee
  • Introduction to Nonprofit Law: University of Pennsylvania
  • Annual Campaigns: Building a Case for Support: University of California, Davis
  • Valuations of startups for Venture Capitalists: Creo Incubator
  • Private Equity and Venture Capital: Università Bocconi
  • Financing for Startup Businesses: Duke University
  • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
  • Impact Investment Finance: Duke University
  • International Organizations Management: University of Geneva
  • Nonprofit Marketing, Engagement, and Governance: John Wiley & Sons

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