2026 Nonprofit Credential in Fundraising and Development

Description

You know that successful, sustainable fund development is about more than just securing dollars. It’s about keeping your fundraising purposeful, aligned with your mission, and built to last. Have you ever struggled with prioritizing opportunities, knowing which funding sources to pursue, measuring progress, or engaging the right people in ways that truly support your goals? 

The Nonprofit Credential in Fundraising and Development, led by fundraising expert Amberlie Phillips, gives you the strategies, tools, and confidence to make thoughtful, mission-focused fundraising decisions. This course emphasizes ethical practices, strategic planning, and meaningful relationship-building so your organization can grow effectively while staying true to its purpose. 

What you’ll learn: 

• How to apply industry best practices and build trust through ethical and transparent fundraising approaches.
• Develop a balanced funding portfolio (including multiple funding sources) to strengthen your organization's financial resilience.
• Master goal setting, planning, and evaluation techniques to ensure effective use of resources.
• Engage stakeholders strategically to advance your mission. 

Upon completion, your organization will earn the Nonprofit Credential Fundraising and Development Badge, a mark of excellence to share with your network and show the world you’re serious about making an impact.  

What’s Included

Your journey to fundraising excellence includes:

• Two days of live, online training with practical insights and real-world applications.
• One-on-One Consultation: A personalized session with Amberlie Phillips to address your organization’s unique needs.
• Ongoing Coaching and Support: Keep progressing with support beyond the course.

By participating in this course and completing key deliverables, your organization will earn the Nonprofit Badge in Fundraising and Development, demonstrating your commitment to impactful, responsible fundraising.

Who Should Attend
Nonprofit leaders and staff, including executive leadership and key development staff, as well as any other team members that would benefit by participating in this Credential course. Participants will gain both understanding of essential elements of fundraising as well as a practical path for application of the content.

Cost
UNA Members: $200 for the first participant/$40 for each additional participant
Not-Yet-Members: $400 for the first participant/$80 for each additional participant

Course Dates
Online Training Sessions
Day 1: February 18, 2026 | 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Day 2: February 19, 2026 | 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Organizational Consultation
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 or Thursday, March 19, 2026

Location
Online via Zoom

Subject Matter Expert: Amberlie Phillips

Amberlie Phillips, MPA, a Pathway Partner, brings over twenty-three years of nonprofit fundraising experience to the Pathway team and is an expert in annual fundraising efforts and capital campaigns.  She believes that authentic connection and creativity are the keys to fundraising abundance, and her work is characterized by a comprehensive approach to development that includes marketing and communications, major gifts, special events, volunteer and community engagement, and digital fundraising.  

Amberlie led the development programs at both YWCA Utah and the Utah Food Bank to record-breaking fundraising success. She began her development career with Ballet West, where she spent five years working in all areas of the company’s development program. She then moved to work at the Utah Food Bank and spent time raising major gifts for San Diego State University. Her work at the YWCA earned her the Outstanding Development Officer award from the Utah Society of Fund Raisers (now AFP Utah).

Amberlie holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Utah and was the first Utahn selected for the prestigious Allstate Greater Good Nonprofit Leaders program through Northwestern University, a yearlong experience featuring training in nonprofit governance and management. She is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program and represented World YWCA and YWCA USA at United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. She currently teaches “Nonprofit Consulting” to MBA students in the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business and MPA students in the School of Public Affairs.