San Diego and California are home to thousands of nonprofit organizations, including nonprofit organizations like community food banks, mentoring programs, health clinics, art organizations, environmental organizations,as well as school districts and local governments. These organizations must compete for funding in an increasingly challenging funding environment. Grant writing is a key component of securing funding for many of San Diego's most dynamic organizations.
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To complete the Professional Certificate in Grant Writing, complete two courses: Introduction to Grants and Funding Research and Grant Proposal Development.
Enrolling in the Program
Enroll in the program at any time, even before registering for a course. It’s free, and offers many benefits:
- Secure your curriculum (should the requirements change in the future).
- See upcoming courses when you log into your student account.
- Track your progress.
Enrolling in a program doesn’t mean you’re registered for courses. You still must register and pay for each course you wish to take.
Market-Driven Demand
Nonprofits, school districts and local governments regularly seek staff and consultants with comprehensive writing, research, and strategic skills to obtain grant funding.
During the Professional certificate Certificate in Grant Writing program, students will learn how to identify funding prospects, understand grant guidelines, and develop a compelling program narrative and budget. Students will also learn how to strengthen an organization to compete for funds.
Students will learn how to construct a proposal that is clear, persuasive, and aligns the priorities of various funders.
Who Should Enroll
New grant writers, employees from nonprofit organizations, city and county governments, chambers of commerce, education (private and public), public health, social work, as well as independent consultants and grant writers. The first course in the grant writing sequence is for those with no or little prior experience developing grant proposals. The second course in the sequence provides students of all levels with an opportunity to practice and develop grant writing skills.
The course is focused on nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations that provide charitable or public benefit services. The course is not oriented toward research grants or grants for individuals or businesses.
Labor Analysis
Fundraising Manager — Nationwide
Job Postings
Last 12 months
22,108
Projected Growth
Over 10 years
+10.30%
Salary Range
Average
$46,000-$65,000
For additional information, please email grantwriting.ces@sdsu.edu or call (619) 594-3946.
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SDSU Global Campus is a State-approved provider for the Federal Workforce Investment Act for this program.