Development Training on Your Desktop

The Not For Profit Group, a consultancy dedicated to helping 501(c)(3) organizations build donor retention and acquisition strategies, is now offering a new resource to help nonprofits broaden their donor and sponsorship base. Through six online development training courses, the Not For Profit Group teaches key development strategies, provides real-life scenarios, and includes tests throughout each chapter to ensure the principles taught are absorbed.

In today's economic environment, it can be challenging for nonprofits to retain existing donors and acquire new ones. The Not For Profit Group's process is designed to help organizations build deeper relationships with existing donors, increase new donor relationships, leverage the strength of the mission to build brand awareness, and enable organizations to become financially viable by increasing donor support.

The six online courses are:

• Building the Foundation for Success
• Identifying the Right Opportunities
• Building a Market Plan
• Building a Relationship Development Plan
• Executing the Plan
• Putting It All Together: A Real-Life Case Study

GuideStar Premium subscribers and GuideStar Exchange seal holders will receive a 20 percent discount on all training modules. For more information, see the FAQs below.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Did GuideStar assist in the content development of the Not For Profit Group Training videos?

No; the content and training in the videos are solely the responsibility of the Not for Profit Group. GuideStar makes no warranties or representations with regard to the videos or other content presented by the Not For Profit Group.

I am a GuideStar Premium subscriber or GuideStar Exchange seal holder. How do I get the code for the discount?

You should have received an e-mail from us with the discount code. If you are a new GuideStar Premium subscriber or GuideStar Exchange seal holder, or haven't yet received the discount code, please e-mail us at videos@guidestar.org for the code.

How do I become a GuideStar Exchange seal holder?

Find step-by-step instructions and more resources here

How do I subscribe to GuideStar Premium?

Click the appropriate Add To Cart link on our GuideStar Premium product page. Go to the page

Do the tests throughout the training modules count for continuing education credit?

They do not. They are a resource to help viewers make sure the lessons were absorbed correctly and that they are ready to use the techniques in their outreach practices.

I would like more information on the Not For Profit Group. How do I contact them?

To learn more about the training modules, e-mail the Not For Profit Group at info@notforprofitgroup.com. To learn more about the Not For Profit Group and their other services, visit www.notforprofitgroup.com.