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Private Training

Contact us today to discuss your program needs. Laura will customize a training, just for your organization and your needs.


About the Instructor

Laura Rhodes is a Certified Fund Raising Executive and fundraising trainer who has 20+ years of experience working with - and for - nonprofits. As a former program officer with an international corporate foundation, Laura brings a unique perspective to the fundraising process. She knows what works, what doesn't, and why.

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What Nonprofits Say About This Training

I couldn't be more pleased with the fundraising training offered by Laura. She is well versed in industry best practices and able to tailor training to my specific needs. Laura is approachable, efficient and dynamic. I continue to utilize the resources she provided and her training has had a significant impact on the success of our organization.

You are clearly well qualified for what you do. And I like your no nonsense approach. All this information is really great. I've already learned a lot from you.

I couldn't be more pleased with the fundraising training offered by Laura.

Laura has done a great job of providing our school with the necessary tools for successful grant writing.

Featured Blog Post

"Let's Talk Nonprofit" is a blog by Third Sector Consulting that addresses common questions that nonprofits have. Ready? Great! Let's Talk Nonprofit.

5 Little Things That Will Make a Big Difference in Your Next Fundraising Appeal
Here's a little fundraising inspiration from the football field. Bear Bryant, legendary coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, once said, "Little things make the difference. Everyone is well prepared in the big things, but only the winners perfect the little things." That's true for your fundraising appeal, too. Yes, there are best practices in letter writing - those are the big things. This post shares 5 simple "little things" you can do to make your next fundraising letter stand out. (read more)