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£ Maximising income: Individual Donors

Individuals’ donations are the biggest source of income for charities – learn how to manage your donors effectively

Who the course is
For staff, volunteers or trustees involved in fundraising who want to explore individual giving for the first time or become more professional in the way you approach donors. Those booking a place should have completed HCF’s Get Fit for Funding and Creating Fundable Projects courses (or equivalent) or be able to demonstrate their experience in fundraising.

What previous delegates have said:
"The course content was great-specific and detailed. Lots of information, practical advice from someone with vast experience and knowledge. Very informative, Thank you very much."

Course date: 06/02/2020
Start time: 09.30, 09.15 registration
End time: 13.30
Venue: St Mary’s Church Hall, High Street, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3AF

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Course content:

This half day course will include:
  • Individual donors – their characteristics, motivations and preferences

  • Models of giving and legacy plans

  • Pathways to identify, reach and communicate with potential donors

  • Building and maintaining donor relationships

  • Case scenarios to provide a practical context


You will be given handouts and resources to take away.

Learning outcomes:

Those completing this course will:
  • Understand individual donor behaviour

  • Know about different models of giving

  • Have a basic understanding of how to research and communicate with potential donors

  • Learn how to build and sustain donor relationships



About the trainer:

Jacquie Hime previously Director of North Herts CVS is now an independent consultant supporting clients with applications and providing training on fundraising and governance. She has a successful track record of applying for grants and contracts.

Cost:

£25 – CVS Members
£35 – VCS
£70 – Private/Statutory

Contact:

helen@communityactiondacorum.org.uk
01442 253935

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