International School of Fundraising

The International School of Fundraising is the premier program for executives and professionals responsible for raising funds, offering four days of intensive professional development from an international faculty of experts. This is the ultimate opportunity to enhance your fundraising skills and network with fellow conservatives from around the world.

Mission

Join the Movement

At the International School of Fundraising (ISF), participants have access to a comprehensive curriculum covering all aspects of fundraising, including personal solicitation, digital fundraising, direct mail, and much more.

Learn about the donor cultivation cycle, preparing for donor meetings, presenting ideas effectively, and maintaining donor engagement throughout the life of an organization.

This program is designed for a variety of professionals, including organizational executives, entrepreneurs, fundraisers, political candidates, and party leaders determined to raise the funds to put ideas into action.

The ISF’s top-notch program and networking are matched by opportunities to continue and intensify discussions after the formal program each day.

Each ISF offers the opportunity for private consultative sessions with faculty members.

These sessions provide tailored advice and expertise specific to each situation, ensuring participants leave the program with actionable steps to improve fundraising and increase the resources available to fulfill an organization’s mission.

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Impact

Testimonials

Leadership and Trainers

Ron Nehring

Director of International Training at Leadership Institute

Steven Sutton

Senior Vice President at Leadership Institute

Mark Campbell

Senior Fellow at the Leadership Institute

Rick Tyler

Director of the Advanced School of Politics at Leadership Institute

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