Fundamentals of Fundraising Course

Course Information

The AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course is now offered at the Chapter level. This course was developed with a foundation from the Essentials of Fundraising Program and the First Course and is composed of seven modules that have been designed by experienced fundraising professionals to meet the real-world needs and challenges non-profit organizations meet every day. The AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course offers a complete overview of the development function, featuring the most current information and techniques.

This intensive program will provide an overview of skills, techniques, and program components for individuals with 0-4 years of fundraising experience. Full participation in the AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising Course is applicable for 16 points of CFRE Credit in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or re-certification.

Here’s what students have to say about their experiences.

“Excellent speakers, lots of good material, an opportunity to meet others in development; provided a good framework for building expertise.”

“I really enjoyed the variety of instructors and the different things they brought to the course.”

“I liked the materials and the personal stories regarding the speakers’ experience in fundraising.”

2026 Course – Spring

Location:

Easterseals Redwood
Enter on Melrose St
2840 Melrose Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Dates & Times:

Session 1 – Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Modules 1 & 2

Session 2 – Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Modules 3, 4 & 5

Session 3 – Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

Modules 6 & 7

Cost:

Early Bird Rate:
$435 AFP Members,
$545 Non Members

Registration after April 2, 2026:
$485 AFP Members,
$595 Non Members

Sessions Covered:

Module 1: Overview of Fundraising

Module 2: Developing an Integrated Fundraising Program

Module 3: Marketing for Ongoing Success

Module 4: Building & Sustaining Relationships

Module 5: Securing the Gift

Module 6: Volunteers – Partners in Fundraising

Module 7: Management & Accountability

CFRE Continuing Education Points: 16
Full participation in AFP CFRE Refresher course is applicable for 16.0 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

AFP Cincinnati Chapter is looking forward to meeting in-person. AFP Cincinnati Chapter and in person attendees shall follow all CDC and local guidance at the time of the event. Warning: there is an inherent risk of exposure to contagious diseases in any public place where people are present. Waiver/Release/Indemnification: as a condition of onsite participation in this meeting, attendees expressly waive any rights against and release and hold harmless AFP and any of its officers or agents and assigns AFP from and against any and all claims or liability of whatever kind or nature. By completing registration for this event, attendees have read and understand all provisions of this release and freely and knowingly assume the risk and waive their rights concerning liability. Thank you for your understanding.

Your reservation is a financial commitment. There will be a 20% cancellation fee if you cancel your reservation within 7 days of this event.

For more information about this program please contact the AFP office at 513-939-2652 or admin@afpcincinnati.org.