Fall 2025 Fundraising Summit Day 1

Fall 2025 Fundraising Summit Day 1: Fundraising Fundamentals: Build a Sustainable Revenue Pathway

Are you ready to strengthen your nonprofit’s fundraising game? Whether you’re new to fundraising or looking to refine your approach, in this interactive workshop Janet Cobb will guide you through the essential building blocks of a strong, sustainable development strategy.

Registration will open July 2025. 

What You’ll Learn:

• Put Your Policies and Processes in Place—Set the foundation for ethical, effective fundraising.
• Craft a Strong Case for Support—Inspire donors with a compelling story and clear impact.
• Get It on Your Calendar—Plan and prioritize your fundraising activities for success.
• Know Your Numbers—Gain confidence in your financials and fundraising metrics.
• Get Your Board on Board—Engage your board as fundraising champions.

Key Takeaways:

• Fundraising Policies & Processes Checklist—A ready-to-use framework to ensure your nonprofit’s fundraising is ethical, legal, and effective.
• Case for Support Template—A structured document to help you craft a compelling, donor-focused case for funding.
• Fundraising Action Plan & Calendar—A customizable template to help you plan, track, and execute your fundraising activities with clarity and confidence.

This hands-on session is designed for nonprofit leaders, development professionals, and board members who want to build confidence, clarity, and consistency in fundraising.

Take the next step toward sustainable growth and lasting impact!

Learn more about Day 2: Making Events Profitable: Maximizing Return On Investment (ROI) & Strengthening Corporate and Donor Relationships and Day 3: Turn Minnesota’s Biggest Giving Day Into a Springboard for Year-End Success.

The Initiative Foundation’s Nonprofit Academy trainings are part of the organization’s mission to serve the people of Central Minnesota. If your organization is located outside our 14-county and two Native nation service area, please contact Nicole Clements regarding participation options.

Presented by: Janet Cobb

Janet has worked in the nonprofit arena her entire career, holding a variety of positions, including communications manager, director of development, and executive director. Along the way, she has managed budgets from less than $50,000 to more than $8 million. She holds certifications as a fundraising executive and as a nonprofit professional.

Nicknamed “The Small Nonprofit Whisperer” by colleagues, Janet has consulted with, coached, or trained more than 700 early-stage, grassroots, and small nonprofits to help them build capacity and acquire the skills needed to support and expand their efforts.

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