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WELCOME

WELCOME. NPST 402: US Nonprofits and Philanthropy Part II Instructed by Michele R. Berard, MBA, CFRE. Course Overview. Introduction to the Instructor Contact Information: Cell: (401) 263-4902 Email: mrberard@butler.org or mberard@ascentadvisors.net For whom this course is designed

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WELCOME

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  1. WELCOME • NPST 402: US Nonprofits and Philanthropy • Part II • Instructed by • Michele R. Berard, MBA, CFRE

  2. Course Overview • Introduction to the Instructor • Contact Information: • Cell: (401) 263-4902 • Email: mrberard@butler.org or mberard@ascentadvisors.net • For whom this course is designed • New Entrants • Experienced Fundraisers/CFRE Track • Non-profit volunteers • Learning Opportunities • Peer learning via case assignment • Cases presented in lectures • Assignments

  3. Course Overview • The Text • Achieving Excellence in Fund Raising by Hank Rosso – 3rd Edition • Can get for under $50 on amazon.com • Worth the investment • Resources – www.micheleberard.com/resources • Research • Articles • Staples

  4. Course Overview • Course Objectives – by the end of this course you will have an understanding about: • Philanthropy’s role and benefit to a non-profit organization • The vehicles through which to recruit philanthropy • The fund development process and integration into organizational planning • Fundraising ethics • CFRE exam content (see www.CFRE.org for more information) The Syllabus is a guide…

  5. Course Overview • Grading Policy • Based on assignments and personal case portfolio • Attendance Policy • After two absences 5 points will come off your final grade for each class missed • Perfect or near perfect (only one missed class) attendance with receive 5 or 10 point on their final grade

  6. Course Overview First Assignment : • Why are you taking this course? • What is your experience in fundraising?

  7. Your Assigned Case • Each student will work with one organization and development professional • Assignments will be based on the class lecture • Students will develop a portfolio that will be comprised of all assignments and other components. The Portfolio is your final exam and will serve as a resource for the future.

  8. Your Contact Information Update the Class Roster My preferred method of contact is email • Please verify that I have the correct email address for you • Please allow my emails to come through to you (for those of you who have picky spam filters) Comments, Questions, Concerns?

  9. In Class Assignment Pretend you are a donor interested in making a contribution to your individual case organization but want to call to speak to someone to inquire about the process. • Does the organization’s website provide clear information on who to contact and their phone number? • Call or email your contact person and introduce yourself and exchange contact information.

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