Dates and location
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Dates and location
Hours
Description
Mikhael's mentor once said, “Fundraising is easy, but you have to get the basics right.” Fundraising is ever easy, but it is absolutely crucial that you get the basics right.
This course will focus on the essentials of fundraising. We will explore the fundamental principles of effective fundraising, how to measure fundraising results, review the most common forms of fundraising, and learn how to grow your fundraising results.
Note: This session was recorded at CPA Ontario’s Not for Profit Conference: Resilient Futures in November 2025.
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Key Takeaways
Upon completion of this course, learners will understand:
- Current trends in fundraising and how they impact fundraising practice.
- The three fundamental principles of fundraising.
- The most common metrics in fundraising and how to use them.
- What the best fundraising organizations do to grow their results.
Who Will Benefit
This course is ideal for professionals seeking a deeper understanding of charitable fundraising, looking to collaborate more effectively with fundraising experts, or aiming to strengthen and expand their own fundraising programs.
How to Access the Course
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Speaker(s)
Mikhael Bornstein has more than twenty years of experience as a professional fundraiser and nonprofit leader. Having worked in the arts, health, social service, and education sectors, Mikhael is an AFP Master Trainer and a frequent speaker at conferences across North America. He teaches at George Brown College, Fleming College Toronto, and Toronto Metropolitan University. Mikhael has a Master in Arts in Leadership Studies from Royal Roads University.