Fundraising Immersion

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About the program

The Fundraising Immersion is an intensive deep dive into fundraising best practices and basic tools needed to create and maintain a thriving culture of philanthropy in your organization. This six week immersion will focus on the fundamentals of building a strong development program and is perfect for Executive Directors and Development Directors of nonprofit organizations in northern New Mexico trying to develop their Development Plans and Case for Support. Nonprofit board members are welcome as well.

Nonprofit staff and board members
Santa Fe Community Foundation
Participants are asked to attend all six sessions
Sliding scale based on organizational budget size
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2025 Fundraising Immersion Cohort

The Fundraising Immersion is an intensive deep dive into fundraising best practices and basic tools needed to create and maintain a thriving culture of philanthropy in your organization. This six week immersion will focus on the fundamentals of building a strong development program and is perfect for Executive Directors and Development Directors of nonprofit organizations in northern New Mexico trying to develop their Development Plans and Case for Support. Nonprofit board members are welcome as well.

The 2025 program will be in person at the Santa Fe Community Foundation and will be held every Tuesday from 9am – 12 noon, beginning on April 8, 2025.

The program runs for 7 weeks (no class on week 5, May 6) and will take place in-person at the Santa Fe Community Foundation at 501 Halona St. in Santa Fe. Minimal homework will be assigned weekly. Through the homework, participants will tailor the tools and templates provided in this course for their organizational use. Participants will use week 5 (no session) to tailor the Case for Support and Development Plan which they will have the opportunity to present for feedback in the final 2 sessions. Each session builds on the one before and participants are asked to be present for all 6 sessions.


Session Dates (participants are expected to attend all sessions onsite in Santa Fe):

April 8, 2025, 9am-12 noon
April 15, 2025, 9am-12 noon
April 22, 2025, 9am-12 noon
April 29, 2025, 9am-12 noon
May 6, 2025, prep week; NO SESSION
May 13, 2025, 9am-12 noon
May 20, 2025, 9am-12 noon

Content:

  • Where’s the Money? Unlock strategies to find and secure the funding your organization needs to thrive.
  • Power of the Team: Board & Staff Synergy Discover how collaboration between board and staff can supercharge your fundraising success.
  • From IDEA to Impact Integrate Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) to make your fundraising more meaningful and transformative.
  • The Fundraising Cycle Unlocked Learn the essential stages of fundraising and master every step to build long-term success.
  • Storytelling That Inspires Action Craft compelling stories that engage hearts, inspire donors, and drive results.
  • Creating a Roadmap for Success Build an integrated development plan that aligns strategies, goals, and outcomes seamlessly.
  • The Art of the Ask Discover how simple—and successful—asking for support can be with the right approach.
  • Your Case for Support: The Game-Changer Develop a powerful, persuasive case for support that resonates with donors and sets you up for success.
  • From Relationships to Results: Building a Development & Stewardship Plan Strengthen donor relationships and grow impact through thoughtful stewardship and planning.
  • Prospect Research Made Simple Learn the secrets of finding the right donors who believe in your mission and vision.
  • Measure to Master: Fundraising Metrics that Matter Track the metrics that matter most to drive better fundraising decisions and outcomes.
  • AI for Fundraising: The Future is Now Harness the power of artificial intelligence to streamline efforts and maximize fundraising potential.
  • Your Personal Action Plan Walk away with a clear, actionable plan to ignite your fundraising efforts and achieve measurable success.

This course is limited to 25 participants, register early!

Program cost is on a sliding scale based on your organizational budget. Fees cover all six sessions (18 hours of content) and all course materials.

Please note that, in addition to the underwriting below, we have a limited number of sponsorships available for those traveling from Rio Arriba, Taos, San Miguel, and Mora Counties. Please contact Yolanda Cruz for more information: 505.426.7186 or ycruz@santafecf.org.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE – March 8, 2025 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-fundraising-immersion-registration-1120230251839?aff=oddtdtcreator

Registration fees (sliding scale fee based on organizational budget size):

• Organizational budget up to $100k = registration fee $100

• Organizational budget $101k to $250k = registration fee $150

• Organizational budget $251k to $500k = registration fee $200

• Organizational budget $501k to $1M = registration fee $250

• Organizational budget $1.1M to $3M = registration fee $300

• Organizational budget $3.1M + = registration fee $350

• No cost for 2024 or 2025 grantees of Santa Fe Community Foundation or Anchorum Health Foundation

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