Fundraising For Dummies

Prepare and implement a solid fundraising plan Nonprofits need money, and someone needs to get that money. Fundraising For Dummies is the lifesaving guide for volunteers and professionals alike. In plain English, this book explains how to find donors, keep them excited, and ask for (and get!) the big bucks. You'll also discover how to work with nonprofit board members and organize different campaigns. Beef up your social media presence, engage with corporate donors, write winning grant proposals, deal with economic downturns-the essential how-tos are all right here. Inside... - Feel good about fundraising - Craft winning case statements - Find and meet big donors - Brand your communications - Plan successful events - Create an annual fund - Network online and build valuable community connections