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Nonprofit Courses

Nonprofit courses can help you learn fundraising strategies, program evaluation, grant writing, and community engagement techniques. You can build skills in financial management, volunteer coordination, and effective communication with stakeholders. Many courses introduce tools like budgeting software, project management platforms, and donor management systems, that support implementing your skills and driving organizational success.


Popular Nonprofit Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Leveraging Generative AI for Social Impact Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Social Impact, Self Service Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Business Strategy

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    Coursera

    Building Diverse, Inclusive, and Safe Workplaces

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Active Listening, Diversity Awareness, Rapport Building, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Cultural Diversity, Safety Culture, Empathy, Tactfulness, Social Skills, People Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Governmental Accounting and Reporting I

    Skills you'll gain: Fund Accounting, Governmental Accounting, Financial Reporting, Non-Profit Accounting, Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), General Ledger, Financial Statements, Cash Flows, Accrual Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Depreciation, Reconciliation, Budgeting, Accountability

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    The University of Notre Dame

    Ethics of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Case Studies, Business Ethics, Interpersonal Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Stanford University

    Giving 2.0: The MOOC

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Resource Utilization, Social Impact, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Networking, Social Media, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Grant Writing, Resource Allocation, Strategic Decision-Making, Proposal Development, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Social Impact, Fundraising, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Innovation, Leadership

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    University of Washington

    Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Driving engagement, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication

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    Duke University

    ​​Church Administration: Human Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Meeting Facilitation, Performance Review, Staff Management, Safety Training, Strategic Leadership, Prioritization, Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Performance Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Recruitment, Time Management, Organizational Strategy, Human Resource Management, Organizational Skills, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning, Business Metrics, Leadership

    4.9
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    University of Oxford

    Social Innovation: Strategy for Nonprofit Organisations

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Human Centered Design, Research and Design, Project Design, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, Risk Management, Marketing Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Qualitative Research

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Social Impact, Needs Assessment, Train The Trainer, Program Evaluation, Sustainable Development, Education and Training, Data Mapping, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Planning, Environmental Issue

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    University of Michigan

    Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Case Studies, Empathy, Resilience, Cultural Responsiveness

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Transforming Communities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Social Impact, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Change, Strategic Thinking, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Communication Strategies, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular nonprofit courses

  • Leveraging Generative AI for Social Impact Organizations: University of Michigan
  • Building Diverse, Inclusive, and Safe Workplaces: Coursera
  • Governmental Accounting and Reporting I : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Ethics of Communication: The University of Notre Dame
  • Giving 2.0: The MOOC: Stanford University
  • NGO Startup Analysis with Nonprofit Business Model Canvas: Coursera
  • Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language: University of Washington
  • ​​Church Administration: Human Resources: Duke University
  • Social Innovation: Strategy for Nonprofit Organisations: University of Oxford
  • Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots: University of Colorado Boulder

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