E-Portfolio Assignment #1

Crystal D. Brown

NMP 621 –Z2Introduction to

Philanthropy & Fundraising Fundamentals 

Core Class:

be able to determine if an organization is “ready” to begin

an effective fundraising program. From our reading:

1. Everyone in your organization needs to know and be able to repeat why we as an organization exist.

2. Organizations need to think about how they exist in a larger context as an industry as a whole.

3. Think big…and be specific.4. Build relationships.

(Source: Class powerpoint)

By the end of NMP 621 students will

understand how nonprofit managers raise funds

understand the historical, organizational, legal, and ethical contexts of fundraising for nonprofits

Readings referenced: Tempel and Klein, timeline of American Philanthropy

understand the process of raising gifts.

By the end of NMP 621 students will (cont.)

Charitable giving patterns and trends in the

United States.

Students will also understand

Source: 2013 NMP 621 powerpoint)

The purpose and elements of a well-developed fundraising

plan. Fundamentals of an effective fundraising program including

organizations readiness principles and guidelines. Well-tested fundraising program management principles and

practices. The philosophical, historical, and religious contexts for the

practice of fundraising in American society.

The legal and ethical contexts and constraints which inform fundraising.

(from NMP 621 syllabus)

Students will also understand (cont.)

Finally, the student will be able to determine:Donor motivation, giving theories and patterns.

Source: http://www.miratelinc.com/blog/5-areas-of-interest-for-nonprofit-fundraising-from-the-millennial-impact-report-2012/

Frameworks presented in NMP 621

Articulate an understanding of the history, theory, scope, unique role, and significance of philanthropy, voluntarism, and nonprofit sector organizations within the North American and global context.

Framework #1

Describe the history, role, and function of governance and executive leadership in achieving the mission and vision of nonprofit organizations

Framework #2

Analyze, design, implement, maintain, and evaluate problems/solutions in the key nonprofit functional areas including fundraising, planning, financial management, board governance, volunteer management, and information management.

Framework #7

NMP 621 Syllabus, 2013

Miratel Inc:, http://www.miratelinc.com/blog/5-areas-of-interest-for-nonprofit-fundraising-from-the-millennial-impact-report-2012/

References