Charity and Fundraising

Start your own charity or nonprofit organization!

Whether you’re passionate about education, animal rights, or cleaning up the environment, starting your own charity or nonprofit organization is the perfect way to have direct impact on your cause.

You may be frustrated by large organizations and NGO’s because you feel they aren’t adequately addressing the real issues – or you don’t approve of their spending. Or, you may feel excited by the idea that you can work hands-on to make a noticeable difference.

Whatever your reason, starting your own charity or program is a great way to encourage involvement, spread awareness in your community, gain valuable business experience, and create the positive changes you want to see in the world.

In this course, we’ll walk you through all the steps of creating your own charity or nonprofit, from conception through execution. You’ll learn to run your organization like a business so that every decision is strategic, spending is on a tight leash, and your dedication and efforts are applied to where they’re needed most.

Why study with us?

• International Accredited Course
• 60-day access
• Self Paced, No Fixed Schedules
• Compatible with Smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.

Learn how to run a successful organization with little capital, how to build a team of volunteers, how to leverage what resources you already have, and how to create successful events to attract sponsors, donors, and the media. Good intentions are the starting point, but you’ll need to rely on business savvy and long-term planning for your charity to enjoy meaningful, longstanding success.

If your charity is financially successful, you can earn a salary as a board member, CEO, or other roles. While the point isn’t to line your own pockets, you can earn a comfortable living by going from volunteer to employee. Here are other possible career paths for people who start their own charitable organization.

• Working for large NGOs, who usually require previous experience in the nonprofit sector
• Becoming an entrepreneur or small business owner
• Working with the government in various capacities that can be related to your cause or field of interest
• Management positions, where your experience managing volunteers, budgets, and events will enhance your resume or CV
• Teaching, health care, law enforcement, and other fields where you can feel good about making a difference

Charity and Fundraising Course Breakdown

Module1: Laying the Groundwork for Your New Charity

• How to Start a Nonprofit Organization: Identifying the Problem and Solution
• Your Mission Statement and Values
• Legal Responsibilities and Ethical Obligations
• Registering Your Charity
• Establishing Governance and Risk Management
• Managing Budgets, Taxes, and Accounting

Module 2: Spread the Word! Marketing and Public Relations Strategies

• Building a Brand: Logos, Slogans, and Culture
• Website 101 for Design, Content, and Traffic
• Digital Marketing: Ads, SEO, and Emails
• Smart Social Media Marketing
• Low-Cost Advertising That Works!
• Generate Buzz with Media and Press

Module 3: Money Talks: Become a Fundraising Phenomenon

• What Are Your Investor Options?
• Establishing Corporate Sponsorships
• Using Crowdfunding Channels
• Writing Successful Pitches and Proposals
• Planning Your Fundraising Campaign

Module 4: Planning Successful Fundraisers and Events

• Types of Events for Non-Profits
• Crash Course in Event Planning
• Your Role as the Host
• How to Attract Media, Press, and Local Partners
• Leveraging Affiliates and Sponsors
• How to Network like a Pro

Module 5: Community and Volunteer Engagement

• Recruitment Strategies for Volunteers and Staff
• Your Responsibilities as a Non-Profit Employer
• 20 Best Teambuilding and Leadership Tips
• Getting Support from Your Community
• Tools and Resources

• Anyone who has the passion and drive to stand up for their specific cause and wants to put their ideas into action
• Volunteers for a particular cause who wants to make a bigger impact
• Anyone who feels frustrated that an issue does not get the attention or funding it deserves
• Everyone who feels compassion towards others and is fulfilled when they help them
• People who want to gain valuable business or management experience

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES). After passing any exams and completing a course successfully, students can opt to purchase an ICOES certificate from the third-party institution.

EventTrix is also CPD certified, meaning the courses meet or exceed Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks.

EventTrix courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

• Work for large NGOs, who usually require previous experience in the nonprofit sector
• Work with the government in various capacities related to your cause
• Management positions, where your experience managing volunteers, budgets, and events will enhance your resume
• Teaching, health care, law enforcement, and other fields where you can make a difference
• Become an entrepreneur or business owner

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