11/01/2018

The Fundraising Cheat Sheet for Board Members

Here’s are the most important fundraising truths they need to know

Attention spans have shrunk today, especially with board members and volunteers who have myriad responsibilities weighing upon them. In this vein, here’s a quick recounting of the most important fundraising truths they need to know.

You’ll find an in-depth discussion of these and other fundraising maxims in my book, Fundraising Realities Every Board Member Must Face: A 1-Hour Crash Course on Raising Major Gifts for Nonprofit Organizations.

KNOW YOUR MISSION
Why does your organization exist, why is it more effective than similar ones, what are your priorities now and in the future? You can be sure that would-be donors, those capable of making sizable gifts, will probe you on the nature of your mission and its importance today.

Please select this link to read the complete blog post from GuideStar.