This course is part of the Fundraising and Development Specialization

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Fundraising and Development SpecializationUniversity of California, Davis

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This course will provide a comprehensive view of major and principal gift development work for students who seek to build upon their experiences gained in the introductory session. Participants will gain an understanding of the philosophy and strategies implemented in major gift development including prospect identification, how to initially engage a potential major gift donor, the process of cultivation and moves management, effective proposal writing, making a successful ask and on-going donor stewardship. Students will practice fundamental major gift development skills by developing their own prospect strategy, producing essential documents to support the process, and engaging in role playing activity to simulate interaction with prospects and donors.

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Fundraising and Development Specialization

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Approx. 14 hours to complete

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Fundraising and Development Specialization

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Approx. 14 hours to complete

English

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Jason Wohlman

Associate Vice Chancellor for University Development

2,769 Learners

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University of California, Davis

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

2 hours to complete

Course Overview: An Introduction to Major and Principal Gifts

In this module, you will be able to recall terminology used related to acquiring and managing Major and Principal Gift donations. You will be able to use guides to help develop and manage a Major Gifts Program. You will be able to identify eight elements of belief and confidence that indicate the likelihood of substantial giving. You will be able to recognize a prospective major gift donor and be better able to motivate their giving.

2 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 53 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz

8 videos

Major and Principal Gifts Course Introduction5mAn Introduction to the Major and Principal Gift Process52sHistory of Philanthropy (Part 1)7mHistory of Philanthropy (Part 2)6mDevelopment of a Major Gifts Program (Part 1)7mDevelopment of a Major Gifts Program (Part 2)9mMotivating the Major Gift Donor (Part 1)7mMotivating the Major Gift Donor (Part 2)9m

1 reading

A Note From UC Davis10m

1 practice exercise

Module 130m

Week2

Week 2

3 hours to complete

The Major and Principal Gift Process

3 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 70 min)

Week3

Week 3

3 hours to complete

Prospect Cultivation, Strategy Development and Getting the First Appointment

3 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 47 min)

Week4

Week 4

4 hours to complete

Writing the Major Gifts Proposal, Solicitation and Negotiation

4 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 86 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

10 videos

Introduction to Writing the Proposal and Making the 'Ask'1mWriting the Proposal - Part 110mWriting the Proposal - Part 25mWriting the Proposal - Part 310mWriting the Proposal - Part 411mThe Structure of a Successful Solicitation Strategy (Part 1)10mThe Structure of a Successful Solicitation Strategy (Part 2)7mPractice the Ask and Negotiation (Part 1)6mPractice the Ask and Negotiation (Part 2)10mPractice the Ask and Negotiation (Part 3)12m

2 readings

Checklist for "The Ask"3mSuggested Activity: Role Play Exercise45m

1 practice exercise

Module 430m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM MAJOR AND PRINCIPAL GIFTS

by RKJan 3, 2022

Very usefull course with many tips and specific skills taught.

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About the Fundraising and Development Specialization

Charitable giving is rebounding as the economy improves. Yet there is a shortage of qualified fundraising professionals to help organizations connect their needs with potential donors. Through four courses, you will gain the knowledge and skills to begin or advance your career in the high demand field of fundraising and development. This Specialization is designed to meet the rising demand for trained fundraising professionals.

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