FUNDRAISING 101 – 2026
Two-day Workshop (CFRE-Approved: 12 Points)
Thursday, April 30 and Friday, May 1
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Kirk Family YMCA
222 West 11th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105
$275 Members - $360 Non-members
Includes breakfast, lunch and snacks.
Programming agenda can be found HERE.
This two-day Fundraising 101 Workshop and Networking event brings together 10 expert facilitators to help you build the essential skills needed to raise the funds your organization needs. You’ll gain a clear understanding of core fundraising strategies, from donor engagement to compelling messaging, through practical, hands-on learning. You’ll leave with tools, templates, and actionable steps you can immediately apply in your organization or community. Whether you are new to fundraising or strengthening your foundation, you’ll walk away confident and prepared to grow support for your mission.
Facilitator Panel
Bailey Carr
Denton Williams
Ian Boyd
Jerry Cooper
Mary Mooney Burns
Matt Astleford
Sheila Montgomery
Carrie Stewart
Learn from expert facilitators how to:
- Cultivate and get donor meetings
- Secure and upgrade annual and major donors
- Work with trustees, volunteers and CEOs
- Obtain and manage grant support from foundations, corporations, and government sources
- Effectively steward donors and report on impact and outcomes
- Build upon your network to help you succeed throughout your career
Who should attend?
- Fundraisers new to the development field
- Seasoned development professionals seeking a refresher course in fundraising techniques and skills