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ONLINE COURSE:

Annual Fundraising for Park Foundations, Friends Groups, and Conservancies

Are you ready to transform your fundraising strategies and make a lasting impact in your organization?
BREAKING NEWS: Learners who complete this course will receive 30 hours of CEUs!

We are thrilled to offer our exclusive online course for a second time, specifically designed for nonprofit organizations that philanthropically support local, state, and federal public lands and recreation agencies, such as park foundations, friends groups, conservancies, associations, and societies. Presenting: Annual Fundraising for Park Foundations, Friends Groups, and Conservancies.

What Course Participants Are Saying

I highly recommend the Annual Fundraising for Park Foundations, Friends Groups, and Conservancies course taught by Dr. Nathan A. Schaumleffel. The course delivered deep, practical content that immediately benefited our Foundation—from strengthening our fundraising infrastructure to developing sustainable strategies for donor growth and legal compliance. This is essential training for Park Foundation executive directors and board officers.  -Ruth M. Anderson, Chair, Prince William County Parks Foundation
  • Course Overview
  • Structure: Hybrid online format, combining synchronous and asynchronous learning.
  • Modules: Nine modules over 9 weeks, including a preparatory Module 0.
  • Focus Areas:
  • Fundraising ethics, giving trends, prospect research, and annual fundraising planning for unrestricted funds using a multi-channel approach.

Weekly Schedule

  • M0: 7/16/25 - 7/22/25 - Welcome to the Course & Getting Prepared
  • M1: 7/23/25 - 7/29/25 - Building Relationships & Communicating Impact Ethically
  • M2: 7/30/25 - 8/05/25 - Comprehensive Case Statements & Case Expressions
  • M3: 8/06/25 - 8/12/25 - Giving Trends
  • M4: 8/13/25 - 8/19/25 - Philanthropic Psychology, Donor Acquisition, Donor Acknowledgment, & Donor Renewal
  • M5: 8/20/25 - 8/26/25 - Annual Fundraising Campaign Planning & Donor Management Systems
  • M6: 8/27/25 - 9/02/25 - Annual Fundraising Campaign Strategies
  • M7: 9/03/25 - 9/09/25 - Prospect Research
  •  M8: 9/10/25 - 9/16/25 - Course Evaluation & Continued Education Assessment

Live Sessions

Thursdays, 3:00 PM ET - 4:30 PM ET

Virtual Office Hours

  • Fridays: 4:00 PM ET - 5:00 PM ET
  • Mondays: 4:00 PM ET - 5:00 PM ET

Commitment

This course is similar to a college-level class and requires approximately 9 hours per week:

  • 3–4 hours of asynchronous work: Reading articles and watching videos.
  • 1.5 hours: Synchronous live sessions on Zoom.
  • 3 hours: Project work.
  • 0.5 hour: Virtual office hours with the instructor.

What You Will Gain

  • In-Depth Knowledge: Delve into critical areas of fundraising, excluding grant seeking and special event fundraising.
  • Hands-On Experience: Develop a Comprehensive Fundraising Case Statement, an Annual Fund Plan, and Direct Mail & Email Letters using Philanthropic Psychology. Learn how to launch a Resource Development/Fundraising Committee and use a donor management system.
  • Personalized Feedback: One-on-one Zoom meetings with the instructor and prompt email support.
  • Community Building: Join the exclusive NAPF Development Network on LinkedIn or other Networking Groups for ongoing support and connections.
  • Participants will also receive a certificate of completion and a digital badge, indicating 40 hours of continuing education content.

Pricing

This course offers exceptional value compared to the cost of attending an NRPA conference. You'll leave with actionable plans and tangible products to launch an annual fundraising campaign!

  • Members: $1499
  • Non-Members: $1949

Who Should Take This Course?

  • Development Directors of park foundations, friends groups, and conservancies.
  • Executive Directors of park foundations, friends groups, and conservancies.
  • Board Members of park foundations, friends groups, and conservancies.
  • Fundraising/Resource Development Committee Chairpersons.
  • Members and fundraising volunteers.
  • Public park and recreation professionals supporting park-focused nonprofits.

Ready to Elevate Your Fundraising Skills?

Please complete the form below, or email NAPF Executive Director Kevin D. Korenthal, CAE at execdir@the-napf.org to inquire about and/or secure your seat today.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights, connect with peers, and apply practical solutions to your organization’s challenges.

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About Your Instructor


Dr. Nathan A. Schaumleffel, CPRE, ACNP, CFRM, CVA, CYSA, is the Proprietor and Senior Consultant of Driven Strategic LLC, specializing in consulting for nonprofit organizations, parks and recreation, and park foundations. He serves as Chief Consultant to the National Association of Park Foundations and is an Associate Professor at Indiana State University. With a Ph.D. in Recreation, Sport, & Tourism, he brings expertise in youth and community development. Dr. Schaumleffel's dedication to parks and community development has made him a respected leader in the field.

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, known for its expertise in donor management systems, is poised to enhance the spring iteration of the Annual Fundraising for Park Foundations, Friends Groups, and Conservancies. Through its partnership with the NAPF, Bloomerang will offer essential insights on utilizing donor management systems effectively in your annual fundraising strategy. The goal is to streamline fundraising efforts, nurture stronger donor connections, and improve the financial sustainability of NAPF members. This collaboration highlights the shared commitment of NAPF and Bloomerang to establishing top-tier processes, technology, and practical knowledge to boost financial results in nonprofit fundraising.