Check out all the resources here for helpful reminders and presentations from previous trainings!
Now available: RP Mini Training Quick Start for your Campaign:
Now available: RP Mini Training “Soliciting Corporate Donors”
RP Chair Training Manual
Attend a Mini-Training!
RP mini-trainings are an opportunity to learn about an RP-specific topic in 30 minutes or less.
December 16th at 11AM EST
Making the Ask: How to Approach Donors with Confidence
- Overcoming fear of asking for money
- Simple scripts and language for first-time fundraisers
- Practicing how to invite support without pressure
Recording coming soon!
January 13th 2026 at 11AM EST
RP Reports and Electronic Resources
- Navigating the RP Spreadsheet
- Where to find reports and how to run them
- Which reports to use for your purposes
Recording coming soon!
February 17th 2026 at 11AM EST
Connecting the RP Campaign to ASHRAE Research and Member Benefits
- How RP funding supports ASHRAE research projects and technical committees
- Examples of research with a direct impact on industry practice
- How to show donors the value of their gift
Recording coming soon!
March 10th 2026 at 11AM EST
Hidden Money Month (Matching Gifts and LYBUNT Donors)
- Learn to identify match-eligible donors
- Learn when and how to mention matching gifts in a solicitation or thank-you
- Plan your LYBUNT outreach for a spring campaign push
- Ways to track and report on these matched and recaptured donors
Recording coming soon!
April 14th 2026 at 12PM EST
RP Succession Planning
- Identify and mentor potential future RP leaders within the chapter
- Document key campaign practices, donor relationships, and resources
- Prepare a clear transition plan for the incoming RP Chair
May 19th 2026 at 12PM EST
Final RP Gift Reporting and Donor Credit
- Submit donor information and gifts accurately and on time
- Meet campaign deadlines and understand the RP reporting process
- Ensure donors receive proper recognition and appear correctly in RP reports and Honor Roll listings
Questions? Need help adding it to your calendar? Ask us here!
Powerpoint Presentations from Centralized Training
Introduction to RP and 5 Steps to Start Your Campaign Right
The Funds of the RP Campaign
All About RP Sponsorships
Digital Packets from Centralized Training
5 Steps to Start Your Campaign Right
RP Event Planning Guide
RP Fundraising Scripts
RP Campaign Resources
Fundraising Information
Southern California Chapter Templates and Examples for Golf Tournaments
Example Invitation 1
Example Invitation 2
Example Save the Date
Example Raffle Sign
Example Reserved Table Signs
Example Tournament Program
Example Tournament Master Spreadsheet
Example Tournament Committee Duties
Rocky Mountain Chapter How to Host a Tech Conference
Overview PowerPoint Presentation
Menu of Support
Template Solicitation Letter
Questions for Rocky Mountain? Contact RP Staff to put you in touch with someone who can help.