Raising money isn’t about rattling tins—it’s about knowing how to engage, inspire, and plan with purpose. The Fundraising course is designed for those who want to get smart about the methods behind successful donation campaigns. From understanding donor psychology to constructing compelling messaging, this online course breaks down fundraising into clear, manageable topics.
Whether you’re working with a local charity, school initiative, or a large non-profit organisation, this course provides flexible learning built around your schedule. It focuses on strategic planning, ethical considerations, communication techniques, and budgeting fundamentals—all the elements that help a fundraiser go from “just asking” to building lasting supporter relationships. Learn at your own pace, without the need to shuffle diaries or shake collection buckets.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand different types and methods of fundraising activities
- Learn how to create appealing and engaging fundraising messages
- Explore ethical fundraising and donor relationship strategies
- Gain insights into budgeting and financial accountability in fundraising
- Discover how to plan and evaluate successful fundraising campaigns
- Identify key communication techniques to increase supporter engagement
Who is this Course For?
- Charity workers aiming to boost fundraising campaign success
- Volunteer coordinators learning to manage supporter contributions
- Non-profit staff enhancing donor communication and planning
- School staff organising local fundraising events or drives
- Individuals exploring careers in charity or non-profit sectors
- Committee members needing guidance on responsible fundraising
- Youth group leaders managing budgeted campaigns and events
- Event planners involved in fundraising components and sponsorships
Career Path
- Fundraising Officer – £28,000 average salary
- Charity Fundraiser – £24,000 average salary
- Development Coordinator – £30,000 average salary
- Grants and Trusts Officer – £32,000 average salary
- Donor Relations Manager – £35,000 average salary
- Campaign Fundraising Manager – £38,000 average salary
