Professional Training

Grant Writing and Crowdfunding for Public Libraries

edX, Online
Length
4 weeks
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Self-Paced Online
Length
4 weeks
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Course delivery
Self-Paced Online
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Course description

Grant Writing and Crowdfunding for Public Libraries

This course, part of the Public Library Management Professional Certificate program, explores strategies for developing effective grant proposals and for engaging the community in crowdfunding campaigns.

In this course, you will mock up a crowdfunding campaign and create a grant proposal for a local or state-level funding source.

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  • Self-Paced Online
  • Online
  • English

Suitability - Who should attend?

Prerequisites:

Access to a public library

Outcome / Qualification etc.

What you'll learn

  • How to read a grant application and understand what organizations are looking for
  • How to keep a file of go-to grant writing materials
  • Strategies for crafting a strong grant proposal
  • Crowdfunding stories and strategies

Training Course Content

Weekly themes tentatively scheduled to include:

  • Introduction
  • Reviewing grant criteria and sponsors
  • Building a team and a vision
  • Assembling a grant proposal
  • Crowdsourcing

Course delivery details

This course is offered through The University of Michigan, a partner institute of EdX.

2-3 hours per week

Expenses

  • Verified Track -$49
  • Audit Track - Free
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