Ready to GROW That Nonprofit and Spend More Time Doing What You Love?

Our Nonprofit Funding Accelerator Course is For You!

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Here’s the Scoop -

You have a great idea for a nonprofit or you already have a nonprofit and you are providing amazing service to your community.

You are doing all the right things, have amazing feedback from the people you are helping, and people are asking you to expand your nonprofit programs.

But you haven’t figured out how to get funding to cover everything your nonprofit needs to grow. And your Board wants to know why you haven’t developed a fundraising plan yet. Well, that’s because you are helping everyone actually provide the programs and services.

You found some nonprofit fundraising books, but they are outdated and so “yesterday” and the nonprofit videos on youtube just aren’t giving you the FULL picture.

When you sit down to try and make it all happen, you have no idea what you’re doing.

What if there were a WAY to make nonprofit fundraising SIMPLE?

  • Plan

    You want to know the steps that you need to take to move your nonprofit forward. You may have accomplished some of the steps, but what are you missing?

  • Build

    You know that there are tools that you should be using to help your nonprofit but you don’t want to break the bank and you want to know what to implement first.

  • Fund

    You want to know how to get funding quickly (if you need to) and how to develop a more sustainable and long-range plan for funding.

A nonprofit team sitting in front of a laptop celebrating a successful fundraising campaign.

What if you didn’t have to hear about other nonprofits that had it all together and just received another $100,000 grant ?

What if you and your team knew -

  •  All the Different Nonprofit Funding Sources 

  • The Major Components in a Grant

  • Where to Find Grant Funding Sources 

  • How to Create a Budget for Your Programs

  • How to Write Compelling Donor Letters

  • What the Top Funding Platforms Are

    AND

  • How to Get Your Board and Team Involved 

Introducing

Nonprofit Funding Accelerator

The Ultimate Nonprofit Fundraising Online Course

With Linda Handley

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Includes all the fundraising trainings, templates, and tools you could possibly need to help your nonprofit THRIVE. This online fundraising course consists of several modules designed to guide nonprofit organizations in their fundraising efforts.

It covers topics such as various fundraising methods, engaging the board and team, writing effective letters of inquiry, utilizing free and low-cost online tools, and grant preparation. Additionally, it provides insights into nonprofit budgeting, making it a comprehensive resource for nonprofits looking to enhance their fundraising strategies and organizational management.

Overhead view of two nonprofit staff members sitting at a table together while working on their laptops and smiling.

This is the same process that I used to help 

one nonprofit raise over $10,000 in their first 30 days and another 

nonprofit raise $50,000 in their first 90 days.  

In this online program, I share

  • The Most Impactful Ways to Diversify Nonprofit Funding

  • Sponsor and Grant Writing - STEP-by-STEP Walkthru

  • Online and Peer-to-Peer Funding - How to Evaluate the Systems

  • Getting Your Board and Team Involved and Key People to Elect to Your BOARD

  • Free and Low Cost Tools for Your Organization

  • Easy Nonprofit Budgeting - STEP-by-STEP

  • PLUS - Bonuses and Swipe Files

“This course is perfect. I LOVE IT!!”

— Noelle

Testimonials for the Nonprofit Funding Accelerator Course

Testimonials for Linda Handley’s Nonprofit Funding Accelerator Course
  • Welcome to the Nonprofit Fundraising Accelerator Course

    Module 1 - Welcome to the Nonprofit Fundraising Accelerator Course !!

    So, you are interested in resources for your nonprofit from actionable steps to take, to where to find funding, to event plans, the best social media tools, and sample donor letters.

    I’m here to help you map out everything and help get you from point A to point B.

  • Sponsor and Grant Writing Overview

    Module 2 - Sponsor and Grant Writing Overview

    Fundraising is not just asking for donations. This is one aspect of nonprofit development, but the overall fundraising landscape is quite varied.

    Nonprofits can fund their work with sponsorships, grants, individual giving, events, fee-for-service, and more. This is good news because having multiple streams of revenue protects nonprofits in cases where one fundraising source falls through.

    Individual Donors make up 72% of charitable contributions. These gifts can be very small, very large, or in between, and they come in several varieties.

    This module reviews PRIVATE DONORS, ONLINE GIVING, and EVENTS.

  • Getting Your Board and Team Involved

    Module 3 - Getting Your Board and Team Involved

    This module walks you through the Board’s responsibilities and how to engage your Board and Team.

    The roles and responsibilities of each member, including the Board Officers (Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary) and Executive Leadership will be addressed.

    We’ll also cover what makes for an engaging Board meeting, including setting the agenda, and activities to help increase engagement.

    The Board’s role in fundraising, and why it is a requirement for most nonprofit boards is covered.

  •  Letters of Inquiry and How to Write Them

    Module 4 - Letters of Inquiry and How to Write Them

    This concise and compelling document serves as a preliminary step in the funding process, capturing the attention of the reader and generating interest in the nonprofit's mission.

    The letter typically includes a brief overview of the organization's purpose, programs, and impact, emphasizing the alignment with the donor's funding priorities.

    It highlights the specific funding needs, projects, or initiatives that require support and provides a compelling case for why the donor's investment can make a meaningful difference. A well-crafted letter of inquiry communicates the nonprofit's unique value proposition, showcases its track record of success, and invites further dialogue and partnership. It is an opportunity to spark the interest and enthusiasm of potential donors, ultimately opening doors to potential funding opportunities that can advance the nonprofit's mission and bring about positive change in the communities it serves.

  •  Free and Low Cost Tools for Your Organization

    Module 5 - Free and Low Cost Tools for Your Organization

    As a non-profit, you want to continue to attract donors, volunteers, and supporters.

    Keeping an online presence can be expensive both in terms of time and money and that is a problem because most non-profit organizations can’t afford it.

    Selecting the right tools is not easy because there are so many options. However, there are lots of free tools available in the market that you can use for your non-profit. Here, you can find a list of tools that can help you to increase your web-based presence.

    This module - ONLINE DONATION, GOOGLE AD GRANT, EMAIL MARKETING, and WEBSITEs.

  • Grant Preparation

    Module 6 - Grant Preparation - Each Section in Detail

    Preparing a nonprofit grant requires careful planning and attention to detail. Review the grant guidelines and criteria to understand the specific requirements and expectations. Next, gather all necessary documentation, such as financial statements, program data, and supporting materials, to provide a comprehensive overview of your nonprofit's work and impact. Develop a compelling narrative that clearly articulates the problem your organization is addressing, the proposed solution, and the expected outcomes. Tailor your proposal to the interests and priorities of the grantmaker, demonstrating how your project aligns with their funding goals. Be sure to include a detailed budget.

    Nonprofit Budgeting - Step by Step

    If you are starting a nonprofit organization, what are some costs or expenses that you might expect for the first year or two of your operations?

    There are just a couple of things that you really need to know to account for when you are planning what it is going to cost you to start and grow a nonprofit from scratch. This is also a great tool for existing nonprofits that want to review each component of their budget to make sure that they are on track.

Ready to Take Action?

Meet Linda

With millions of dollars of funds raised, our team knows how to raise funds in the education, community, social service, arts, and many other verticals.

Linda has made it her mission to help others and improve the lives of those around her, often through creative and unconventional means going beyond volunteering and donating to her favorite charities.

 Linda was named one of the Top Ten Power People in Pittsburgh and has received numerous awards including Pittsburgh Woman of the Year – Community Service for her contribution to organizations and non-profits.

If you are looking for a nonprofit fundraising expert to help you achieve your funding goals, look no further. We help with fundraising efforts, branding strategies, and marketing campaigns as well as a variety of other nonprofit consulting services . Interested in viewing all of our nonprofit tools and courses? Click to view our full list of nonprofit resources.