Fundraising Discussions

Becoming an effective fundraiser requires passion, hard work, and a commitment to continuing education. Staying in touch with other fund development professionals, seeking out new ideas, applying new technologies, and consulting with trusted professional mentors are ways in which success in fund development can be achieved.

Sometimes the basics of fund development are missed, as new, inexperienced, or barely-trained development officers struggle to meet the pressing needs of operating budgets and to balance often unrealistic expectations.

It's always a good idea to review basic concepts to ensure that fund development efforts are based on a foundation of generally accepted principles. It is our intention both to review the basics and to present new fundraising ideas and concepts.

To keep you informed, we will update this page regularly to keep our information fresh and topical. As always, we welcome your questions and comments related to fundraising issues.

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