Video Content Library

Explore our video library which includes our most popular classes as well as demonstrations on how to access and use nonprofit databases.

Classes

Did you miss a class? Do you need a refresher course? We are excited to provide on-demand access to some of our most popular classes on YouTube.

• Is Starting a Nonprofit Right for You?

  In this session you'll learn the legal and logistical elements necessary to start a successful nonprofit. You'll also learn about possible alternatives to starting your own nonprofit that you may not have considered. Finally, you'll be introduced to Candid's Nonprofit Startup Assessment Tool, a resource that will help you assess your own readiness to move forward.

• Fiscal Sponsorship 101

  During this session, learn about an efficient alternative to getting your own 501(c)3. Learn about how fiscal sponsorship works, who provides it in Philadelphia, what it costs, and what to expect when using a fiscal sponsor.

• Introduction to Finding Grants

  This workshop covers what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders. The 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants are provided, including who funds nonprofits and their motivations; what funders really want to know about the organizations they are interested in funding; and how to identify potential funders and make the first approach.

• Introduction to Proposal Writing

  This class provides participants with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. The class includes the basic elements of a proposal; the "dos" and "don'ts" of writing and submitting a proposal; and how to follow up whether the answer is yes or no.

• Introduction to Foundation Directory

  This workshop demonstrates how to access and use Foundation Directory, the most comprehensive foundation prospect research tool for fundraisers. Participants learn how to search for grantmakers who have funded organizations with causes and communities similar to those they serve.

• Introduction to Fundraising Planning

  This workshop provides basic steps for developing a fundraising plan for organizations unfamiliar with the process. Participants will learn strategies for devising a plan that best reflects their organization's needs and resources, including making a case for support, creating a plan of action, and tips on diversifying their organization's fundraising base.

• Introduction to Corporate Giving

  This workshop covers how corporate grantmakers are different from traditional foundations in many ways. This class provides a basic overview of the different types of corporate giving including what motivates corporations to give, and how to find potential corporate partners.

• Introduction to Individual Giving

  This workshop gives an overview of the individual fundraising landscape and walks participants through the key components of an individual giving program. This course explains the importance of individual giving in a nonprofit's fundraising strategy, and helps participants draft a plan to start or improve an annual individual giving program.

Database Demonstrations

Learn how to access and use nonprofit databases available at the Free Library.

• Getting More Out of Foundation Directory: Philanthropy Classification System

  A video series offering tips and insights into some of the lesser explored areas of Foundation Directory. In this video, learn how you can improve your FDO search results by using Candid's Philanthropy Classification System (taxonomy.candid.org).

• Getting More Out of Foundation Directory: Recipient Profiles

  A video series offering tips and insights into some of the lesser explored areas of Foundation Directory. In this video, learn how you can leverage recipient profiles to uncover new funding prospects.

• Getting More Out of Foundation Directory: Searching Grantmakers

  A video series offering tips and insights into Foundation Directory. In this video, learn how to search for grantmakers and save grantmaker profiles.