Learn the knowledge and skills needed for creating a culture of generosity in your congregation or faith-based organization

In congregations and faith-based organizations, money is often a taboo subject. Yet fundraising is a vital part of securing the resources needed to sustain the work of faith in this world—and giving is an important means by which believers can express their faith. This course, developed in partnership between the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving and The Fund Raising School at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, examines the relationship between faith and fundraising—and gives participants practical tools for creating a culture of generosity within their faith communities. YOU’LL LEARN

• The opportunities and challenges facing religious and faith-based organizations today.
• The interplay between religion and generosity.
• The six elements of fundraising—vehicles, organizational readiness, dynamic functions, human resources, management, and markets.
• The role of pastoral leadership, theological integrity, and organizational transparency in the creation of a culture of generosity.
• Donor motivations.
• A results-oriented approach for achieving success in growing the philanthropic support your faith community needs.

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE

• A comprehensive, easy-to-use Study Guide with background reading.
• "Best practices" advice and exercises on building a fundraising program based on giving as an expression of faith and wise stewardship of resources.
• Interactive training in key fundraising skills.

CLASS SCHEDULE (3.5 DAYS)

• Days 1-3 = 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Day 4 = 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Class Limit: 40
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