Fundraising

Program Director: Dr. Lucas Rubin, 510 Lewisohn Hall
212-854-5855
lr2008@columbia.edu

OFFICIAL MAKEUP DATES FOR UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS

May 31, replaces the Memorial Day holiday.

July 5, replaces the Independence Day holiday

NOTE

The University reserves the right to withdraw or modify the courses of instruction or to change the instructors as may become necessary.

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FUND W4370. Foundations of Fundraising and Development

Management foundation courses. This course provides a comprehensive overview for those entering the fundraising profession as well as those with limited experience who seek to expand their knowledge. Students are provided with an ethical foundation and are introduced to basic terminology and concepts in the field. The various fundraising vehicles are surveyed and participants learn to apply fundraising strategies as they balance individual donor and institutional needs. Relationship building, the solicitation process, the psychological dynamics and the realities of asking for money are examined as students refine their skills through analysis of case studies and participation in role playing exercises. A full array of written formats used by fundraising professionals including mission statements, grant proposals, acknowledgment letters, and campaign appeal materials are introduced. While students develop an understanding of the essentials of fundraising operations, they also examine the larger issues confronting today’s fundraising managers.

Session	Days & Times	Location	Instructor
E	TBA	TBA	TBA	[More Info]