AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course: AFP Greater Vancouver Chapter

AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course
Virtual Delivery
8:30am -12:45pm Thursdays and Fridays
October 22/23/29/30 2020

This comprehensive 4-morning virtual course provides a complete overview of fundraising for individuals with less than 5 years of experience, or for those thinking about a career in fundraising. With time built in each day for discussion and networking, it also provides great relationship building opportunities within the fundraising community. The course content covers the roles and responsibilities of fundraisers, with emphasis on responsibilities you are likely to encounter at the beginning of your career.  The modules are taught in an active learning style and may include case studies and/or projects, making the learning experience both substantive and enjoyable.  Participation in all modules is worth 16 CFRE continuing education credits. 

Fundamentals of Fundraising Course Modules

Day 1 (Oct. 22)
• Module I: Overview of Fundraising
• Module II: Developing an Integrated Fundraising Program

Day 2 (Oct. 23)
• Module III: Marketing for Ongoing Success
• Module IV: Building & Sustaining Relationships

Day 3 (Oct. 29)
• Module V: Securing the Gift
• Module VI: Volunteers – Partners in Fundraising

Day 4 (Oct.30)
• Module VII: Management & Accountability

Fundamentals of Fundraising Course Faculty

Rowena Veylan, CFRE - Fundraising Professional
Vanessa Abaya, CFRE - Director, Major Gifts, Ocean Wise Conservation Association
Andrea Wright, MBA - Executive Director, Vancouver Police Foundation
Darya Sawycky, BSC, CFRE - Associate Director, Gift & Estate Planning | Development & Alumni Engagment, UBC
Siobhan Aspinall, CFRE - Director of Philanthropy, Ecojustice Canada
Amanda Sayfy, CFRE - Director, Development, Family Services of Greater Vancouver
David Mark, CPA, CGA, CFRE - Director, Donor & Information Services, BC Children's Hospital Foundation
Cecilia Tupper, CFRE - Director, Major Gifts, St. Paul's Foundation