Principles of Ethical Fundraising and Donor Stewardship
About This Course
This is an introductory course designed for participants seeking to enhance their knowledge and practice of ethical fundraising and donor stewardship.
This one-day course provides an overview of the regulatory requirements and guidelines governing fundraising in Singapore. It introduces participants to the ethical principles and relationship practices that support responsible fundraising. It examines how fundraisers can balance organisational goals, donor expectations, and community interests while maintaining trust, transparency, and professional integrity. Participants will explore key issues such as donor stewardship and communication, using effective evaluation and reporting tools to connect donor intentions with measurable impact outcomes. With a practical focus, the course equips learners to respond to common ethical tensions in fundraising and to build stronger, values-based donor relationships.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to apply ethical reasoning and stewardship strategies to support credible and sustainable fundraising practice.
What You'll Learn
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
● Demonstrate understanding of the regulatory requirements and guidelines governing fundraising in Singapore.
● Analyse the different evaluation and reporting tools for communicating social impact.
● Assess the different ethical considerations and dilemmas in fundraising.
B. Key Skills (Practical Component)
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
● Discuss the best practices and governance tools in building trust and transparency.
● Critically examine the ethical tensions and challenges of fundraising appeals and campaigns.
● Construct strategies for ethical and sustainable fundraising.
Entry Requirements
Participants must have a Diploma in any area of study