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Course Description

Gain a clear foundation in how mission‑driven organizations operate and what sets them apart financially. This introductory course explores the structure and purpose of nonprofit organizations while preparing you for the specialized bookkeeping skills taught later in the certificate. You’ll understand how accounting principles apply to nonprofit entities, learn the various types of nonprofits and how they differ financially, and find out what legal and compliance requirements guide their work. By the end, you’ll be ready to support strong financial stewardship in any nonprofit setting.

Learner Outcomes

  • Identify the primary characteristics and purposes of nonprofit organizations and explain how they differ from for‑profit entities.

  • Distinguish among the major types of nonprofits and describe how their funding sources and financial structures vary.

  • Explain how basic accounting principles apply to nonprofit organizations, including the role of financial stewardship in mission success.

  • Recognize key legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements that govern nonprofit operations.

Notes

This is a virtual, self-paced course offered as part of the Bookkeeping for Nonprofits Certificate.

Instructor: Sharon deFonteny

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Introduction to Nonprofits
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Feb 02, 2026 to Feb 27, 2026
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $195.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount(s)
CEUs
1.6 CEUs

Section Notes

  • Instructor:Sharon deFonteny
  • Course Format: Virtual, self-guided
  • Course Duration: February 2-27, 2026
  • Access to Course: An invitation into the online classroom will be emailed to you typically the Wednesday prior to the start of the course. If you haven’t received the invite by the following morning, you can forward the confirmation email to info@ugotclass.org for a prompt resend.

Please let me know if you need further assistance or have any specific questions about this course. 

For more information contact us at ncce@temple.edu or 215-204-4866

Section Title
Introduction to Nonprofits
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Apr 06, 2026 to May 01, 2026
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $195.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount(s)
CEUs
1.6 CEUs

Section Notes

  • Instructor:Sharon deFonteny
  • Course Format: Virtual, self-guided
  • Course Duration: April 6, 2026 to May 1, 2026
  • Access to Course: An invitation into the online classroom will be emailed to you typically the Wednesday prior to the start of the course. If you haven’t received the invite by the following morning, you can forward the confirmation email to info@ugotclass.org for a prompt resend.

Please let me know if you need further assistance or have any specific questions about this course. 

For more information contact us at ncce@temple.edu or 215-204-4866

Section Title
Introduction to Nonprofits
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Jun 01, 2026 to Jun 26, 2026
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $195.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount(s)
CEUs
1.6 CEUs

Section Notes

  • Instructor:Sharon deFonteny
  • Course Format: Virtual, self-guided
  • Course Duration:  June 1, 2026 to June 26, 2026
  • Access to Course: An invitation into the online classroom will be emailed to you typically the Wednesday prior to the start of the course. If you haven’t received the invite by the following morning, you can forward the confirmation email to info@ugotclass.org for a prompt resend.

Please let me know if you need further assistance or have any specific questions about this course. 

For more information contact us at ncce@temple.edu or 215-204-4866