Ijevan Branch of Yerevan State University

SEMINAR ON “FUNDRAISING” AT YSU IJEVAN BRANCH

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 On November 9th, 2018, YSU Ijevan Branch hosted an introductory seminar on fundraising conducted by Hayk Tiraturyan, (World Wildlife Fund) WWF-Armenia Fundraising and Partnership manager.
The seminar was attended by students and representatives of administrative and professorial staff of YSU Ijevan branch.
The purpose of the seminar was to introduce the concept of fundraising, clarify fundraising types and trends, and present international funding programs by WWF-Armenia.
Trainer Hayk Tiraturyan explained the international term “CrowdFunding” which was considered one of the most important types of fundraising, mentioned its advantages, drawbacks and risks.
A well-funded GPS system and Volterman company, producing a multifunctional wallet with cameras, which succeeded to get a $ 2.677.616 US dollars funding, from the third attempt.
During the seminar, the main functions of WWF-Armenia, its projects and programs such as the Animal Adoption project, were also presented. It was mentioned what strategic actions have been taken to finance this project (for example, provide funding entities or companies with gifts and certificates).
The seminar on “Fundraising” was in an interactive and engaging atmosphere, the students asked the trainer their questions and received exhaustive answers.