Grant Writing, Philanthropy, and Advancement

Catalog description

This course will introduce and cover the fundamentals of grant writing, principles of fundraising, and the role of philanthropy for nonprofit organizations. Students will learn how to strategically plan and document ideas effectively for foundation, federal, and corporate grant proposals, as well as better understand advancement resource development in relation to endowments, donations, and planned giving. Additionally, the course will examine the social role of philanthropy in the United States and the nature of giving as it relates to the nonprofit industry.