Fundraising: Building the Work Plan and Finding the Right Funding

This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of fundraising for non-profit organizations, community groups, clubs, and community initiatives. Participants will explore a variety of fundraising methods, including donor cultivation, sponsorship development, fundraising campaigns, special events, and community engagement strategies. The workshop emphasizes relationship-building, effective communication, and sustainable approaches to generating support for projects and organizations. Through discussion and practical exercises, participants will gain tools and strategies they can immediately apply to their own fundraising efforts.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

Understand the key components of a successful fundraising strategy.
Identify potential funding sources, donors, and sponsors.
Learn techniques for donor stewardship and relationship-building.
Develop compelling fundraising messages and appeals.
Explore event-based and community-driven fundraising approaches.
Create realistic fundraising goals and action plans.
Understand ethical and donor-centered fundraising practices.

About the Presenter:

Coralie has been in the non-profit recreation and funding field for over 20 years. Her years of experience in recreation and municipal fields have afforded her hands-on knowledge combined with lived experience. She has experience in adjudicating and delivering funding and has a successful track record of being a funded applicant.

Date: Tuesday, January 12
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Online Zoom Meeting
Facilitator: Coralie Bueckert
Cost: Free