Grant Writing | SUNY College of Technology at Canton

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingPersuasionCritical ThinkingNegotiationCoordination

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageSales and MarketingAdministration and ManagementCommunications and Media

Abilities

Oral ExpressionSpeech ClarityOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionSpeech RecognitionInductive ReasoningFluency of IdeasDeductive ReasoningNear Vision

Tasks

Identify and build relationships with potential donors.
Secure commitments of participation or donation from individuals or corporate donors.
Write and send letters of thanks to donors.

Technology

Desktop publishing softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareData base user interface and query softwareElectronic mail software

Tools

Computer laser printersLaptop computersLaser facsimile machinesPassenger carsPersonal computersPhotocopying equipmentTablet computers

Work Values

AchievementRelationshipsIndependenceWorking ConditionsRecognitionSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium13-1131.00	Fundraisers	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Micro-Credential)

Donor prospect lists — compile and organize under supervisor guidance using CRM software in a nonprofit development office.
Thank-you correspondence — draft and send to donors following established templates and organizational tone guidelines.
Donor database records — enter and update accurately using data entry protocols in a development department setting.
Individual donor profiles — research and summarize background information to support relationship-building efforts.
Direct mail materials — assemble and prepare for distribution under direction as part of an annual giving campaign.
Grant application components — gather required documents and data to support a senior officer's submission to funding organizations.
Donor solicitation calls — participate in under supervision, following scripted talking points for a telefund or phonathon program.
Fundraising event logistics — assist in coordinating tasks such as registration, materials, and donor check-in at organizational events.
Sponsorship request letters — draft initial versions for review, incorporating organizational mission and giving opportunity details.
Office suite and spreadsheet tools — use to track donation records, prepare reports, and support team communications in a development office.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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