We're thrilled to announce that full participation in Fundraising for a New Era is applicable for 23 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

Our brand-new online certificate program is offered through Winona State University Adult and Continuing Education.

Fundraising for a New Era Certificate at Winona State University

Fundraising for a New Era is a new online educational offering from Winona State University and Growth By Design. From concepts in fundraising to cultivating a confident mindset, this 16-week program will equip students with the knowledge they need to adapt and excel in this rapidly changing philanthropy environment.

What's Different? Students will enjoy the flexibility of an online learning platform while also engaging in bi-weekly facilitated sessions with seasoned experts in the field. In addition to the fundamentals, content for the course will include topics like emotional intelligence at work, personal money beliefs and biases, and coaching your team to overcome mindset barriers.

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