[Central Carolina Community Foundation](https://www.yourfoundation.org)

November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Tuition is $3,000 per organization; successful applicants receive a grant to cover this cost for two attendees.

Virtual capacity-building program helping nonprofit leaders strengthen fundraising strategies, board engagement, and donor development.

--- ## Description Fundraising School with Nonprofit PLUS is an immersive, virtual capacity-building initiative by the Central Carolina Community Foundation. The program is designed to help nonprofit leaders and their organizations overcome fundraising challenges, enhance board engagement, and develop actionable fundraising strategies and systems. Over six half-day interactive webinars (plus homework), participants create tailored fundraising tools—including technology plans, communication strategies, compelling cases for support, and comprehensive 12-month fundraising plans. The program offers expert guidance, peer networking, and a practical approach to improving donor engagement and recurring giving. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Tuition for the program is $3,000 per organization (covers two attendees). - Central Carolina Community Foundation provides a grant to accepted organizations to fully cover this tuition cost. - Organizations must pay for any additional attendees beyond the two included. --- ## Eligibility - Open to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations physically located in one of 11 counties in the Midlands of South Carolina: Calhoun, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, Richland, Saluda, or Sumter. - Two representatives (staff or board members) from each organization are required to attend all sessions. - Best suited for organizations that are not in their first 1–3 years of operation. - Small, medium, and large nonprofits are eligible. - Organizations outside of Richland County or led by underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. --- ## Application Process - Review the [Fundraising School info session](https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fvimeo.com%2F1133202019%3Fshare%3Dcopy%26fl%3Dsv%26fe%3Dci&data=05%7C02%7CShantrell%40yourfoundation.org%7Cfc84ed0fbd834632a21a08de1b09b215%7C8ae00bcadeaa49dc81264dadcd49b95d%7C0%7C0%7C638977925605209001%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tOKFCpnvvelCAfaiGufpUDsnVv7icJ0A0f3g1YIxD68%3D&reserved=0) and [presentation slides](https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourfoundation.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2FFundraising-School-Overview-Generic_2025.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CShantrell%40yourfoundation.org%7Cfc84ed0fbd834632a21a08de1b09b215%7C8ae00bcadeaa49dc81264dadcd49b95d%7C0%7C0%7C638977925605251796%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=U%2FsRce1PmTrzZWI29sX82WygCjzsYcNcPROJbOTpP8A%3D&reserved=0). - Complete the [online application](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cccfoundation) via the grant portal. - Registration for [Midlands Gives](https://www.midlandsgives.org/) is strongly recommended before attending. - If accepted, organizations must order the textbook ["No More Duct Tape Fundraising"](https://www.amazon.com/More-Duct-Tape-Fundraising-Inspirational-ebook/dp/B07Z74YFTZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2DW0GKCAAFSEU&dchild=1&keywords=no%20more%20duct%20tape%20fundraising&qid=1586985229&sprefix=no%20more%20duct%20tap%2Caps%2C250&sr=8-1). - Applicants are notified of their status in January, with formal award notifications in mid-February. --- ## Additional Information - The program is delivered virtually and requires a commitment of six half-day sessions (plus assignments). - Participants will develop practical resources for their organizations, including a fundraising plan, technology plan, board engagement plan, and more. - The program is ideal for nonprofit leaders seeking to build internal fundraising capacity and peer networks. - Tuition grant covers two attendees per organization; additional participants may be added for a fee. --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://www.yourfoundation.org/fundraising-school) - [Grant Portal / Application](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cccfoundation) - [Fundraising School Info Session Video](https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fvimeo.com%2F1133202019%3Fshare%3Dcopy%26fl%3Dsv%26fe%3Dci&data=05%7C02%7CShantrell%40yourfoundation.org%7Cfc84ed0fbd834632a21a08de1b09b215%7C8ae00bcadeaa49dc81264dadcd49b95d%7C0%7C0%7C638977925605209001%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tOKFCpnvvelCAfaiGufpUDsnVv7icJ0A0f3g1YIxD68%3D&reserved=0) - [Fundraising School Overview Slides (PDF)](https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yourfoundation.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2FFundraising-School-Overview-Generic_2025.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CShantrell%40yourfoundation.org%7Cfc84ed0fbd834632a21a08de1b09b215%7C8ae00bcadeaa49dc81264dadcd49b95d%7C0%7C0%7C638977925605251796%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=U%2FsRce1PmTrzZWI29sX82WygCjzsYcNcPROJbOTpP8A%3D&reserved=0) - [Contact Page](https://www.yourfoundation.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |---------------------|---------------------------------|--------------| | Amber Westbrook | amber@yourfoundation.org | 803.254.5601 |

Fundraising School with Nonprofit PLUS

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