Wingo School: Fundraising Fundamentals

Join us for four cozy, in-person morning trainings from February-March designed to give early career professionals, Board members, and new Executive Directors a solid foundation in all things fundraising.

Come for breakfast at 8:30. School will be in session from 9:00 to 11:30 at in the West Village.

Tickets are $100 for all four sessions:

• February 13, 2025
• February 27, 2025
• March 13, 2025
• March 27, 2025

Each session will include ample time to get your questions answered, so bring them!

TOPICS: Individual and Major Giving & Capital and Anniversary Campaigns

TOPICS: Digital Marketing & CRM’s

TOPICS: Board Engagement in Fundraising & Planned Giving & Development Staff Hiring

TOPICS: Special Events & Face-to-Face Solicitation Training

Wingo presenters will include , , , , and . Read our bios

The Wingo team will be joined by two expert guest presenters, Stephanie Nilva, who will lead a session on recruiting nonprofit talent, and Olivia Blake, who will discuss how to maximize and love your CRM.

is a systems and data expert who works with clients to design, implement, and maintain systems for donor and programmatic data. Committed to building a deep-rooted understanding of her clients' needs, Olivia prioritizes collaboration and clarity of communication to deliver the best possible system. She specializes in Salesforce support and implementation and is certified on the platform.

is a consultant with expertise in nonprofit development, leadership, strategic planning, and capacity building. Her 25-year career spans roles from Staff Attorney to Founder and Executive Director of Day One. Stephanie's approach is deeply rooted in collaborative and equitable leadership, and her priority is to position nonprofit organizations for long-term success through inclusive teams, robust fundraising, and effective operational models.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center, 208 West 13th Street, New York, United States