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ADRP's Fundamentals of Donor Relations is an introduction and four-module, self-paced online course that equips participants with the core principles and practical tools needed to build a strong donor relations program. This special learning experience was designed by a diverse group ADRP members, who are leaders in the field, with practitioners in mind. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of donor relations by engaging with realistic examples from a variety of industries, customizable templates, and best practices for ethical and meaningful donor relations.

 

Pricing

ADRP Members: $350  |  Non-Members: $400

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Who Should Enroll

This course is ideal for entry to mid-level professionals working in donor relations or fundraising who want to build or strengthen their foundational knowledge. Whether you're establishing your career or seeking to align your skills with best practices, this course provides a practical and strategic starting point.

What You'll Gain

  • A Strong Foundation in donor relations strategy and ethics

  • Practical tools including templates, examples, and resources

  • CFRE Credit: 4 points toward certification or re-certification

  • A digital certificate of completion signed by ADRP’s president

What’s Included

  • Four hours of flexible, on-demand content

  • Four interactive learning modules plus a bonus intro module

  • A robust resource library with customizable tools

  • 100% online, flexible format to fit your schedule
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Course Modules Overview

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  • Fundamentals of Donor Relations Introduction
    Understand the role and impact of donor relations within the philanthropic cycle and establish a shared language for success.
  • Fundamentals of Donor Relations Part 1: Gift Acceptance and Management
    Learn how to navigate donor intent, gift compliance, and ethical practices with tools and policies that ensure accountability. The module includes examples of gift policies and tracking tools.
  • Fundamentals of Donor Relations Part 2: Gift Acknowledgments
    Develop systems for timely, meaningful acknowledgment that go beyond receipts. Includes templates and protocol examples.
  • Fundamentals of Donor Relations Part 3: Stewardship Reports
    Discover how to craft compelling, effective reports tailored to your audience using impact storytelling and flexible formats.
    Fundamentals of Donor Relations Part 4: Donor Recognition
    Plan scalable and equitable recognition strategies that support donor engagement and align with organizational goals.

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Full participation in the ADRP Fundamentals Curriculum Course is applicable for 4 points (one per module) of
Education credit for the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

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