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2026 Fundraising Leadership Participant Interest Form

Please complete the following which will be used as part of the nomination process for the 2026 Fundraising Leadership Academy cohort. Submitting this participant interest form does not mean you have been accepted into the program which will run on Wednesdays from February 25th to May 6th, 2026. Please check your availability prior to completing this form. The majority of the program cost is underwritten by local companies and foundations, leaving the nonprofit portion at $750. Half scholarships are available for organizations with budgets under $1,000,000 if there is a financial barrier.

Generally speaking, to be eligible, participants should have at least three years of experience. All participants must be full-time paid staff of the nonprofit they are representing and its budget should be at least $250,000. Volunteers, board members and part-time staff are not eligible for this program due to the nature of the work and time commitment. This program is best suited for nonprofits with a focus on Central Ohio. Organizations that have had a previous program participant are asked to wait at least three years before applying again.
1.Your organization's name
2.Your organization's mission
3.What is your organization's overall budget size?
4.For how many years has your organization existed?
5.In which category does your organization best fit?
6.I certify that we are a registered 501(c)3
7.Your nominated participant's name
8.Your nominated participant's title
9.Nominated participant's email address
10.Nominated participant's cell phone number
11.For how long has nominee been in the fundraising field?
12.How did you hear about the Fundraising Leadership Academy?
13.If your organization's budget is one million dollars or less and you would like to apply for a half scholarship toward the program cost of $750.00 per nonprofit, please note that need here.
14.I am excited for my organization to be considered for the program and, if selected, promise to support my participant with the time and resources they need to be successful. I will also attend the leadership session and ensure our Board Chair does as well.
15.Anything else you’d like to share about why this would be a good opportunity for your organization and/or participant?
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