Professional development is key for taking development departments from good to great, and from great to exceptional. We can support you in that endeavor through our training and leadership services.
Our immersive approach means that our fundraising consultants work side by side with nonprofit leaders every day. Whether you are the head of the organization or head of development, CCS offers flexible, scalable, and fully customized training and leadership development services. Our programs cater to your needs, including one-on-one coaching and/or training for your volunteers and board members.
learning modules
- One-day and multi-day training workshops
- Online/virtual learning sessions
- Ongoing coaching and consultation
a selection of topics covered in our custom learning and workshops
- Fundamentals of Fundraising
- The Donor Lifecycle
- The Board’s Role in Fundraising
- Developing Donor Strategies
- Developing and Communicating a Compelling Case for Support
- Making “The Ask”
- Additional themes and topics are available
Our learning programs reflect the specific needs of the nonprofit community and draw on our proven methods for success.
Featured Training & Leadership Case Study
Howard Brown Health
Chicago, IL, US
Through strategic counsel and custom learning sessions, CCS supported the HBH development team in adopting best practices in fundraising, helping them foster a culture of philanthropy and enhancing their confidence in their fundraising capabilities. As a result, HBH secured several six-figure gifts for its ambitious $19 million comprehensive campaign.

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