Art of the Ask, July 2023

Over the course of the training, we’ll work with board & staff members to increase their comfort and skill in fundraising. In this hands-on and engaging workshop, board & staff members will learn a variety of tips and tricks that reduce fundraising fear and discomfort and increase board involvement and effectiveness in fundraising. We’ll cover:

  • Why people give: The psychology of fundraising
  • Cycle of fundraising model
  • Developing your message
  • Making the ask
  • Identifying prospects

About the Trainer: 

Katherine Sims: With over fifteen years in nonprofit development, Katherine Sims (she/her) builds comprehensive fundraising strategies that empower small and mid-sized nonprofits to hone their systems and grow their impact. As both a practitioner and a consultant, Katherine has raised millions of dollars for organizations large and small. Katherine is committed to social change, equity & building a more just world for all.

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