PRIDE offers multiple educational opportunities throughout the year. Our Academies are small group, very personalized fundraising trainings, hosting clients in small collaborative groups where we deep dive into specifics of a single topic within our list of services.
Academies in a Nutshell
In-Person Workshops, 4-6x/year
We select destination locations all over the country for these 3-day sessions to create an opportunity for a deep dive on a specific topic. Locations range from Destin, FL to Boulder, CO and many locations in between
For Clients Exlusively
These workshops are available only for PRIDE clients with limited registration to up to 10 clients, first come first serve
Earn CFRE educational credit
Each workshop is worth 9 to 11 hours of continuing education credit and is approved by CFRE International in advance of the session
“The interaction with everyone, hearing others’ struggles and brainstorming on ideas at the Academy was so helpful. An added bonus was also having a financial planner who understands philanthropy. I learned so much!”
Fund Development Coordinator | Lake Regional Health System, Lake Osage, MO
Upcoming Academies
Get Your House in Order - Time Management and Philanthropy
January 27-30, 2026
Pompano Beach, FL
Session Objective
Agenda is being finalized - TBD.
Target Audience
Chief Development Officers, Key Philanthropy Staff, Key Volunteers
Terms
Registration is limited to 10 registrants, maximum of two per client
This session is offered as two days of service as outlined in your client Agreement
PRIDE pays travel expenses for one registrant per client, including mileage or economy airfare, transportation to and from the location where needed, lodging, and most meals, and will provide most meals for additional registrants.
Specifics and Travel
The Academy will begin with a reception and dinner on Tuesday, January 27th which allows for travel that day. We will conclude sessions on Thursday, January 29th in the evening to allow for departures on Friday morning.
For those traveling by air, we ask you to arrive at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) between Noon and 4:00 PM on Tuesday, January 27th and we will provide transportation from the airport. Air departures any time in the morning on Friday, January 30th will allow us to transport you back to the airport for your flight. In order to be reimbursed, airfare must be purchased and submitted prior to 30 days before the beginning of the Academy.
Lodging accommodations for registrants will be at the Residence Inn Pompano Beach Oceanfront.
Engaging Your Inner Circle - Board, Staff, and Leadership Training and Engagement
April 7-10, 2026
New Orleans, LA
Session Objective
Agenda is being finalized - TBD.
Target Audience
Chief Development Officers, Key Philanthropy Staff, Key Volunteers
Terms
Registration is limited to 10 registrants, maximum of two per client
This session is offered as two days of service as outlined in your client Agreement
PRIDE pays travel expenses for one registrant per client, including mileage or economy airfare, transportation to and from the location where needed, lodging, and most meals, and will provide most meals for additional registrants.
Specifics and Travel
The Academy will begin with a reception and dinner on Tuesday, April 7th which allows for travel that day. We will conclude sessions on Thursday, April 9th in the evening to allow for departures on Friday morning.
For those traveling by air, we ask you to arrive at the New Orleans Airport (MSY) between Noon and 4:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7th and we will provide transportation from the airport. Air departures any time in the morning on Friday, April 10th will allow us to transport you back to the airport for your flight. In order to be reimbursed, airfare must be purchased and submitted prior to 30 days before the beginning of the Academy.
Lodging accommodations for registrants will be at the Hotel Monteleone.
The Donor Lifecycle - Donor Stewardship and Strengthening Relationships
June 2-5, 2026
TBD
Session Objective
Agenda is being finalized - TBD.
Target Audience
Chief Development Officers, Key Philanthropy Staff, Key Volunteers
Terms
Registration is limited to 10 registrants, maximum of two per client
This session is offered as two days of service as outlined in your client Agreement
PRIDE pays travel expenses for one registrant per client, including mileage or economy airfare, transportation to and from the location where needed, lodging, and most meals, and will provide most meals for additional registrants.
Specifics and Travel
The Academy will begin with a reception and dinner on Tuesday, June 2nd which allows for travel that day. We will conclude sessions on Thursday, June 4th in the evening to allow for departures on Friday morning.
For those traveling by air, we update you with the closest airport information once the location has been finalized. We will ask you to arrive between Noon and 4:00 PM on Tuesday, June 2nd and we will provide transportation from the airport. Air departures any time in the morning on Friday, June 5th will allow us to transport you back to the airport for your flight. In order to be reimbursed, airfare must be purchased and submitted prior to 30 days before the beginning of the Academy.
Lodging accommodations for registrants TBD.
Future PRIDE Academies
Mark your calendar! Registration coming soon.
2027 Dates - Topics TBD
Dates to be determined
Locations to be determined
Other Educational Opportunities by PRIDE Philanthropy
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PRIDE Development Institute
• In-person annual conference
• Once a year
• 4 days
• For clients (free!) and non-clients
• Earn CFRE educational credit -
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Free Virtual Forums
• Virtual webinars
• Once a month on Friday
• 45 minutes
• For clients and non-clients
• Does not count towards CFRE educational credit
