What you’ll learn
- Three modules create a funder-research prompt, configure a Custom GPT with system instructions and proposal knowledge files, then evaluate its drafts against citation, confidentiality and funder-scoring checks.
- The example is scoped to a fictitious Hartwell Community Foundation voice and process
- No claim that it matches every nonprofit's requirements.
What does the learning look like?
- The syllabus lists a reusable funder-research prompt, a configured/tested grant-writing GPT, and an auditable guardrail checklist as outputs.
- Assignments cover public-source eligibility/priority research, organizational tone/structure, and review before submission
Example to try
A better first draft
- 01Start with
A brief or an existing document
- 02Make a first pass
A draft, summary or revision
- 03Make it yours
Check the facts and tone
Use a fictional example to practise the workflow.
Cost, access and setup
Course cost
- Certificate enrollment is separate from any ChatGPT plan/API cost.
Check the currency and total with the provider.
Check whether tax is included.
What you’ll need
- Intended for nonprofit grant-writing/fundraising staff.
- Uses ChatGPT Custom GPTs and public funder sources/foundation databases.
- Users should not upload confidential grant/client material without checking organizational policy and product terms.
How you’ll learn
- Three module estimates total 4 hours (1h + 1h + 2h)
- Self-paced Coursera course
Certificate
- Shareable Coursera course certificate appears on the page
Help along the way
- Includes assignments and a final course assessment.
- The stated checklist supports human review
Instructor
- Coursera Professionals in the Industry as the instructor group, not a named person.