Writing for Fundraising: Grantwriting and Case Statements
Successful nonprofit leaders must understand how to write compelling grant proposals and case statements. This course focuses on writing for nonprofits, with a special focus on grant proposal writing. Students will learn to research foundation prospects and write a grant proposal for a nonprofit organization. Applying for emergency grants will also be covered. In addition, students will learn how to write a visionary case for support.
COURSE TOPICS
- Nonprofit writing and storytelling
- Identifying grants and proposals for private and corporate foundations
- Content and structure of grant proposals
- Introduction to campaigns
- Writing case statements: content and structure
- Understanding communication cultures and careers
This course is eligible towards the completion of the Certificate in Fundraising. Bundle your coursework and earn a professional credential that communicates knowledge and skills gained. Declared Certificate students receive 10% off of courses within the program.
Note: Full participation in Writing for Fundraising: Grantwriting and Case Statements is applicable for 14.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
You'll Walk Away with
- Knowledge of a variety of development communication tools for nonprofits
- The ability to identify grant opportunities and write professional fundraising pieces including Case Statements and Grant Proposals
Ideal for
- Marketers at nonprofits
- Nonprofit staff members
- Annual and major gift officers
- Those interested in learning grant writing
2 sections
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Fall 2025
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Section
001 -
Semester
Fall 2025 -
Date
Sep 9 - Nov 11 -
Day
Tuesday -
Time
12:30PM-2:00PM -
Sessions
10 -
Faculty
TBA -
Location
Instructor Led
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Section
002 -
Semester
Fall 2025 -
Date
Sep 9 - Nov 18 -
Day
Tuesday -
Time
12:00PM-1:30PM -
Sessions
10 -
Faculty
TBA -
Location
Instructor Led
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Section
3 -
Semester
Spring 2025 -
Date
Feb 13 - Apr 17 -
Day
Thursday -
Time
12:00PM-1:30PM -
Sessions
10 -
Faculty
Rosenbluth, Robin -
Location
Instructor Led
Tuition $675 -
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Section
4 -
Semester
Spring 2025 -
Date
Mar 19 - Apr 30 -
Day
Wednesday -
Time
6:00PM-9:00PM -
Sessions
6 -
Faculty
Beshara Wolson, Alexis -
Location
Instructor Led
Tuition $675 -
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Section
5 -
Semester
Summer 2025 -
Date
Jul 1 - Aug 12 -
Day
Tuesday -
Time
Evening -
Sessions
7 -
Faculty
Davies, Susan -
Location
Instructor Led
Tuition $675 -