Do you serve on your church's stewardship committee or need to raise money for a mission trip or some other faith-based cause? Perhaps the thought of asking people for money intimidates you. It's time to change the way you think about fundraising."Fundraising is, first and foremost, a ministry," best-selling author and renowned spiritual teacher Henri Nouwen writes. "It's a way of announcing our vision and inviting other people into our mission."Nouwen encourages us to see fundraising as spiritual work and approach it confidently. "Fundraising is precisely the opposite of begging," he points out.Unlike most business/leadership books, A Spirituality of Fundraising is brief and can easily be read in one sitting.Sections of this booklet include:Fundraising as MinistryHelping the Kingdom Come AboutOur Security BasePeople Who Are RichAskingA New CommunionPrayer and GratitudeYour Kingdom ComeNouwen's insights will upend your thoughts about fundraising. Never again will you feel like you're begging for money. Instead, you'll see your work as true ministry. A must-read for leaders in churches, nonprofits, ministries, and businesses! Read more

Do you serve on your church's stewardship committee or need to raise money for a mission trip or some other faith-based cause? Perhaps the thought of asking people for money intimidates you. It's time to change the way you think about fundraising."Fundraising is, first and foremost, a ministry," best-selling author and renowned spiritual teacher Henri Nouwen writes. "It's a way of announcing our vision and inviting other people into our mission."Nouwen encourages us to see fundraising as spiritual work and approach it confidently. "Fundraising is precisely the opposite of begging," he points out.Unlike most business/leadership books, A Spirituality of Fundraising is brief and can easily be listened to in one sitting. Sections of this booklet include:Fundraising as Ministry Helping the Kingdom Come About Our Security Base People Who Are Rich Asking A New Communion Prayer and Gratitude Your Kingdom ComeNouwen's insights will upend your thoughts about fundraising. Never again will you feel like you're begging for money. Instead, you'll see your work as true ministry. A must-read for leaders in churches, nonprofits, ministries, and businesses! Read more

A Forbes.com Top 12 Must-Read Book For Nonprofit EmployeesThe Little Book of Gold is a practical and step-by-step guide to professional fundraising. It's dedicated to helping small (and very small) non-profits unlock their fundraising potential. Avoid common pitfalls and get tips on proven methods that work. This book has helped thousands of nonprofits improve their fundraising.This short guide helps new Executive Directors, active board chairs, and other key staff in charge of fundraising to learn the basics of professional and sustainable fundraising. Geared specifically for non-profits with small and very small budgets (a few hundred thousand dollars a year down to the smallest budgets).Revised and expanded! Read more

The future of your nonprofit rests on successful fundraising; discover how to do it right.Are you constantly racking your brain for ideas, inspirations, and motivation to start fundraising but you aren’t sure what would or wouldn’t work?Does fundraising cause you a lot of stress because you have no idea how to make it successful or what tools you would need?Are you tired of seeing your team constantly demotivated because the funds are just not coming in and it could mean the end of the organization?Firstly, you need to be commended.Being part of a nonprofit is one of the most inspiring and passionate lines of work someone can do. Be proud of your position, where you are, and what you are fighting for. But as passionate as you are and as hard as you work, your nonprofit won’t be able to achieve its goals without enough funding.This is a struggle many nonprofits experience, and they end up wasting a lot of energy on ineffective strategies that just don’t seem to work.You need to understand the best practices out there that will help your organization access the funds it needs to keep going.You are fighting the good fight and, as the director, you need all hands on deck!In this practical guide, you will discover:7 effective and practical strategies for fundraising with clear steps to get your nonprofit organization off the groundThe tools of every successful fundraiser – discover what you need, how it can help, and how to properly use itThe best ways to find donors and partnerships that can provide you with the funds you need to reach your goalsHow to utilize the internet and social media to fundraise in this new, technological worldNonprofit campaigns and how to raise awarenesswith actionable steps to avoid failureEffective techniques for annual giving and event hosting that will give your organization a reliable supply of fundsSome of the most frequently asked questionsthat will ease your mind and give you a better understanding of fundraisingHow to properly plan your fundraising so that everything can be organized, successful, and on pointAnd much more.Every nonprofit team understands the hassle of fundraising. However, that is no reason to quit.It is quite common for workers in the nonprofit field to leave because fundraising has proven to be such a difficult task. Yet, it doesn’t have to be.This is your chance to show your team how it’s done and how to do it the right way. If you’re ready to become a successful fundraiser, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now. Read more

More fundraising itself can’t fix your fundraising.Too many nonprofits are unseen, unheard, and underfunded. And to break this nonprofit starvation cycle, we must tackle the problem differently.So if your income has stalled, stop chasing donations. Gather your leadership team and do this instead:To get funding, be fundable internally (theory of change and strategic plan) and findable externally (positioning strategy and marketing communications) before donor acquisition and retention.This breakthrough book from Kevin L. Brown gives you the proven Fundable/Findable Framework to build a clear, compelling brand that maximizes your funding and advances social justice.PRAISE FROM NONPROFIT LEADERS:“Fundable & Findable demystifies, democratises, and delights.” — Dr. Stephanie S. Starling (England)“This book is a lighthouse for many.” — Kushal Chakravorty (India)“Don’t know how to talk about your organization? Do what Kevin L. Brown says. That’s all.” — Anne Hager (United States)“We have transformed our brand, visioning, and fundraising system because of this book.” — John Jal Dak (Uganda)“Fundable & Findable resonates so deeply. It’s practical, doable, and builds on intuition and empathy.” — Ratna Viswanathan (India)“Es uno de los libros más útiles, si no el más útil, debido a la generosidad de toda la información, fuentes, herramientas y guía paso a paso.” — Marta Lucia de la Cruz Federici (Colombia)“Finally a Bible for nonprofit leaders by someone who knows the pains and the opportunities of fundraising well.” — Kassaga Arinaitwe (Uganda)“There are few people who have a mastery of fundraising concepts like Kevin L. Brown.” — Tracy Ballot, CFRE (United States)“You are truly the Robin Hood of our international development arena.” — Cheikh Eteka Traore (Nigeria)“The advice is concrete, crisp, and fun to read. So many organizations keep looking for magic, quick-fix formulas for fundraising. Kevin makes it clear that there is magic, but it’s never quick. Do yourself a favor and read this book.” — Jo Chopra-McGowan (England)“As a neurodiverse founder of a nonprofit who doesn’t come from a corporate/finance background, the amount of funding information at first was completely overwhelming. Fundable & Findable makes it more digestible.” — Ryan Burlak (Australia)"It's awesome." — Kevin Starr (United States) Read more

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The future of your nonprofit rests on successful fundraising; discover how to do it right.Are you constantly racking your brain for ideas, inspirations, and motivation to start fundraising but you aren’t sure what would or wouldn’t work?Does fundraising cause you a lot of stress because you have no idea how to make it successful or what tools you would need?Are you tired of seeing your team constantly demotivated because the funds are just not coming in and it could mean the end of the organization?Firstly, you need to be commended.Being part of a nonprofit is one of the most inspiring and passionate lines of work someone can do. Be proud of your position, where you are, and what you are fighting for. But as passionate as you are and as hard as you work, your nonprofit won’t be able to achieve its goals without enough funding.This is a struggle many nonprofits experience, and they end up wasting a lot of energy on ineffective strategies that just don’t seem to work.You need to understand the best practices out there that will help your organization access the funds it needs to keep going.You are fighting the good fight and, as the director, you need all hands on deck!In this practical guide, you will discover:7 effective and practical strategies for fundraising with clear steps to get your nonprofit organization off the groundThe tools of every successful fundraiser – discover what you need, how it can help, and how to properly use itThe best ways to find donors and partnerships that can provide you with the funds you need to reach your goalsHow to utilize the internet and social media to fundraise in this new, technological worldNonprofit campaigns and how to raise awarenesswith actionable steps to avoid failureEffective techniques for annual giving and event hosting that will give your organization a reliable supply of fundsSome of the most frequently asked questionsthat will ease your mind and give you a better understanding of fundraisingHow to properly plan your fundraising so that everything can be organized, successful, and on pointAnd much more.Every nonprofit team understands the hassle of fundraising. However, that is no reason to quit.It is quite common for workers in the nonprofit field to leave because fundraising has proven to be such a difficult task. Yet, it doesn’t have to be.This is your chance to show your team how it’s done and how to do it the right way. If you’re ready to become a successful fundraiser, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now. Read more

Raise more money for your cause!Based on expert advice and insights from a variety of respected industry experts, Nonprofit Fundraising 101 is an essential text for nonprofit professionals, volunteers, activists, and social entrepreneurs who want to leverage best practices to promote their cause. Built upon the success of the best-selling Nonprofit Management 101, this easy to digest book provides practical, comprehensive guidance for nonprofit fundraising around the globe. With tips and tools, expert advice, and real-world insights from almost fifty industry leaders, this robust resource addresses the entire spectrum of fundraising for nonprofits, including: Planning, hiring, and tracking progressIndividual donors, major gifts, events, and direct mailBoard and volunteer engagementFoundation and government grantsCorporate partnershipsOnline and email fundraisingSocial media and mobile crowdfundingEarned income and social enterpriseWritten by and for front line practitioners and geared towards a global audience of emerging and established leaders, this field guide offers step-by-step formulas for success. Nonprofit Fundraising 101 features a foreword by fundraising guru and Soul of Money author Lynne Twist, insights from notable non-profit professionals such as CNN's Van Jones, and an afterword by Kiva.org Co-Founder & President Premal Shah. This book also provides indispensible ideas and diverse case studies ranging from grassroots efforts to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and advice for organizations of all sizes and focus. Chapters are brief and easily digestible, featuring extensive resources for additional learning, concrete best practices, and pitfalls to avoid. Enjoy this must-read manual to learn tried and true ways to raise more money for your cause, nonprofit, or charity. Read more

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More fundraising itself can’t fix your fundraising.Too many nonprofits are unseen, unheard, and underfunded. And to break this nonprofit starvation cycle, we must tackle the problem differently.So if your income has stalled, stop chasing donations. Gather your leadership team and do this instead:To get funding, be fundable internally (theory of change and strategic plan) and findable externally (positioning strategy and marketing communications) before donor acquisition and retention.This breakthrough book from Kevin L. Brown gives you the proven Fundable/Findable Framework to build a clear, compelling brand that maximizes your funding and advances social justice.PRAISE FROM NONPROFIT LEADERS:“Fundable & Findable demystifies, democratises, and delights.” — Dr. Stephanie S. Starling (England)“This book is a lighthouse for many.” — Kushal Chakravorty (India)“Don’t know how to talk about your organization? Do what Kevin L. Brown says. That’s all.” — Anne Hager (United States)“We have transformed our brand, visioning, and fundraising system because of this book.” — John Jal Dak (Uganda)“Fundable & Findable resonates so deeply. It’s practical, doable, and builds on intuition and empathy.” — Ratna Viswanathan (India)“Es uno de los libros más útiles, si no el más útil, debido a la generosidad de toda la información, fuentes, herramientas y guía paso a paso.” — Marta Lucia de la Cruz Federici (Colombia)“Finally a Bible for nonprofit leaders by someone who knows the pains and the opportunities of fundraising well.” — Kassaga Arinaitwe (Uganda)“There are few people who have a mastery of fundraising concepts like Kevin L. Brown.” — Tracy Ballot, CFRE (United States)“You are truly the Robin Hood of our international development arena.” — Cheikh Eteka Traore (Nigeria)“The advice is concrete, crisp, and fun to read. So many organizations keep looking for magic, quick-fix formulas for fundraising. Kevin makes it clear that there is magic, but it’s never quick. Do yourself a favor and read this book.” — Jo Chopra-McGowan (England)“As a neurodiverse founder of a nonprofit who doesn’t come from a corporate/finance background, the amount of funding information at first was completely overwhelming. Fundable & Findable makes it more digestible.” — Ryan Burlak (Australia)"It's awesome." — Kevin Starr (United States) Read more

Successful fundraising is your nonprofit's key to success. Discover the proven formula for winning endless grant funding and other fundraising strategies to keep the money rolling in.Holes in the funding plan are the biggest reason most nonprofits fail within the first few years of operation. Everywhere, nonprofit leaders spend sleepless nights worrying about securing the necessary funds to continue their mission.Without proper funding, even the most passionate and well-intended efforts can falter, leaving community needs unmet.But that’s not going to be you.Running a nonprofit to serve the community is a noble and rewarding task, but its success hinges on securing the necessary funding.Enter Nonprofit Fundraising Mastery 2-in-1 Collection.This collection combines James Ruell’s Winning Grants and Nonprofit Fundraising Strategies, teaching you the skills to immediately increase your chance of securing predictable and reliable funding for your organization.In this comprehensive collection, you'll master the Winning Grants method for consistently securing grant funding, along with seven additional proven strategies to ensure financial support for your nonprofit. Equip yourself with these tools and take the uncertainty out of funding your mission.Inside, you’ll discover:Exactly how to track down the large pots of grant funding most likely to want to invest in your nonprofit and the secret to getting an unfair advantage over your competitorsWhy your relationship with your funder absolutely mustn’t stop after you’ve completed your applicationThe secret to writing an irresistible grant application: nail the basics, use the right words, and give your funder exactly what they want, to get exactly what you wantThe biggest reasons grant proposals get rejected… and how to avoid making the same mistakesThe top tools every successful fundraiser needs to know about… and how to use them to their greatest effect7 practical and super effective strategies for fundraising, with clear steps to successClear pathways to finding donors and partnerships that will fund you as much as you need to reach your goalsHow to harness the power of the internet and the rich world of social media to your advantageEffective techniques for annual giving, event hosting, and raising awareness of your campaignsThe art of properly planning your fundraising to ensure success no matter how new you are to the gameAnd much more.Perhaps you've crafted countless grant proposals, each one feeling more like a roll of the dice than a sure thing, and your reservoir of fundraising ideas is nearing exhaustion... But don't lose heart; hope is on the horizon.You can quickly and easily secure reliable funding sources and keep that money rolling in. The key lies in unlocking the strategies that the most successful nonprofits have already mastered.And you’re just one click away from making it happen.Discover the secret to writing winning proposals and becoming a successful fundraiser: Scroll up, and click the ‘add to cart’ button right now. Read more

Startup money is moving online, and this guide shows you how it works.The Art of Startup Fundraising takes a fresh look at raising money for startups, with a focus on the changing face of startup finance. New regulations are making the old go-to advice less relevant, as startup money is increasingly moving online. These new waters are all but uncharted—and founders need an accessible guide. This book helps you navigate the online world of startup fundraising with easy-to-follow explanations and expert perspective on the new digital world of finance. You'll find tips and tricks on raising money and investing in startups from early stage to growth stage, and develop a clear strategy based on the new realities surrounding today's startup landscape. The finance world is in a massive state of flux. Changes are occurring at an increasing pace in all sectors, but few more intensely than the startup sphere. When the paradigm changes, your processes must change with it. This book shows you how startup funding works, with expert coaching toward the new rules on the field. Learn how the JOBS Act impacts the fundraising modelGain insight on startups from early stage to growth stageFind the money you need to get your venture goingCraft your pitch and optimize the strategyBuild momentumIdentify the right investorsAvoid the common mistakesDon't rely on the "how we did it" tales from superstar startups, as these stories are unique and applied to exceptional scenarios. The game has changed, and playing by the old rules only gets you left behind. Whether you're founding a startup or looking to invest, The Art of Startup Fundraising provides the up-to-the-minute guidance you need. Read more

At the heart of Investment Banking and Finance Fundamentals is the realm of Private Equity Financing. This is how most Wall Street Investors and CEOs of Enterprises make Millions of Dollars every year. I've watched principles leave with hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions.If you're interested in learning about Finance Fundamentals or considering a job in Investment Banking or Private Equity, are an Entrepreneur or a Startup Founder; this is a subject you must Master!The goal of this "Private Equity Finance Made Easy" book is to offer you a deeper understanding of what private equity is all about!Here’s a bullet point list of everything that’s covered in “Private Equity Finance Made Easy”Learn about the necessary competencies required of any Wall Street analyst in the field of private equityAllow me to explain to you how Private Equity funds workUse the Detailed Glossary of Terms and Definitions to help you learn the terminologyWe've published a list of the Top Private Equity Firm CharacteristicsWe'll also show you how to pick the right private equity firm for your businessWe go over how private equity firms evaluate acquisitions on their ownThis book will walk you through the process of structuring private equity acquisitionsDeal Value Generation and Key Performance Indicators in Private Equity Finance EvaluationKnow what EBITDA stands for and how to calculate itRecognize the distinctions between a Leveraged Buyout (LBO) and a Management Buyout (MBO)Learn how to walk through the private equity deal process from start to finishAll of this and more is covered in our thorough section on LBO Models, which also includes a section on Due Diligence in Private Equity DealsWe'll look at the risks and benefits of Private EquityPrivate Equity portfolio companies' strategic exit options are discussedWe examine trade sales and mergers and acquisitions in the context of private equity exits, as well as initial public offerings (IPOs)We discuss the drawbacks of liquidation and delve deeper into the topic of "Why Do Startups Fail?"Finally, we'll look at how to compute a private equity fund's returnsDon't show up unprepared for your interview! To ensure that you are fully ready, read and finish this book.I'm ecstatic to introduce you to “Private Equity Finance Made Easy”.Join me today to uncover the "Private Equity Finance" World of opportunity for both your Professional and Business Growth. Read more

Unlock new growth opportunities by transforming your organization's approach to fundraisingIn Great Fundraising Organizations, renowned nonprofit consultant Alan Clayton delivers a proven blueprint for charities and non-profits worldwide to scale their fundraising efforts and their effectiveness. Based on data gathered over twenty years of work with more than 500 organizations including Unicef and WWF, this book explains exactly what works and why, revealing to readers the rigorously researched mindsets, strategies, and practices in use by Great Fundraising Organizations (GFOs)—rare organizations that have the ability to unlock the fundraising revenue they need to meet or exceed performance and mission goals. Accessible, confident, and infused with Clayton's signature style of observational humor, this book delivers everything readers need to fundraise more effectively with certainty, clarity, and confidence. Some of the ideas explored by Clayton include: Evidence to explain why some non-profits dramatically grow their revenues whilst others don't.What makes leadership for a Great Fundraising Organization different.That a precise set of internal behaviours are more important in driving growth than external factors.Why some fundraising communications drive growth and why some don't.Great Fundraising Organizations earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of nonprofit CEOs, directors of fundraising, board chairs and members, and all fundraising professionals seeking to apply tried-and-tested methods for fundraising success and growth to their organizations. Read more

Step-by-step guidance to key fundraising methods to attract, engage, and retain donors of all ages Fundraising and the Next Generation brings readers up to date on cases, research, opportunities, and challenges regarding philanthropy's next generation. Readers will learn practical strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of Gen X and Y philanthropists using new technologies and traditional tools. Fundraising and the Next Generation covers the behaviors, key characteristics, and approaches for working with philanthropists under the age of forty. In addition, other age cohorts will be discussed to provide perspective, comparison, and related strategies. Includes step-by-step tools for setting up next gen technology in your organization and engaging Gen X and Y as donors Features a glossary of social media terms, a list of academic resources for development and professional advancement, and an assessment toolkit Defines the key characteristics of the four current generations, their habits for charitable giving, and how every development office can successfully engage them in philanthropy Provides a website with additional information beyond the book Savvy fundraising leaders understand that successful and sustained philanthropy is not just an issue for today. Long-term planning and diversified strategies allow fundraisers to access every prospective contribution possible. Timely and relevant, Fundraising and the Next Generation brings readers up to date on cases, research, opportunities, and challenges regarding philanthropy's next generation.

“Can't believe I just binge-read (and loved!) a 577-page law book! If you're a startup founder, check out this baby by @pswegle.” - T. B., Teaching Fellow of Computer Science @Harvard, Ph.D. “The best advice comes from relevant experience, and Paul Swegle demonstrates that he has a ton of it in Startup Law and Fundraising. A compendium of everything entrepreneurs, both newbies and veterans, need to know to take their startup from cradle to sale or IPO, the book provides not only detailed information on everything from company formation to IP protection and fundraising, but also includes dozens of real-life case studies that demonstrate why these topics are so critical to startup success.”-Geoff Entress, Managing Director of Pioneer Square Labs, former Venture Partner at Voyager Capital and Madrona Venture Group, angel investor in over 200 companies.Entrepreneurship can be chaotic. Some chaos drives innovation. But legal chaos rocks many startups to their foundations, dashing dreams, jeopardizing jobs and investments, creating liabilities, and slowing innovation.Paul Swegle wrote Startup Law and Fundraising for Entrepreneurs and Startup Advisors to help startups avoid these pitfalls, including the pitfall of struggling to grow a poorly funded business.This is a clear, practical book meant to help entrepreneurs and their advisors:-build on a solid foundation, -avoid costly legal and regulatory mistakes, and -raise the money needed for stability, innovation, and operational success.Startup Law and Fundraising is for everyone interested in business, business law, and startup fundraising. Its 550 pages cover an unmatched range of startup-focused concepts, tips, traps, strategies, and best practices. Fifty-one colorful startup case studies keep things interesting.Legal, governance and regulatory hurdles are covered in the book’s first ten chapters. But surviving those hurdles is no guarantee of success. Many startups simply run out of money. Others are bedeviled by ill-advised early funding rounds.Startup Law and Fundraising devotes five chapters to creating and executing a fundraising plan around the principles of just-in-time finance and raising money from the right investors, in the right amounts, and on the right terms, whether from friends and family, angel investors, angel investing groups, seed funds, VCs, strategic investors, accelerators, or crowdfunding platforms.The final chapters fittingly cover the final chapters of startup life – optimizing an “exit” with a successful IPO or sale, or, as happens about 80% of the time, managing through insolvency and winding up.Startup Law and Fundraising is already providing the core foundation for entrepreneurial law and finance classes at every level, including at top law and MBA schools, undergraduate business programs, community colleges, and startup incubators and accelerators.Author Paul Swegle is a business attorney and adjunct law professor. He teaches entrepreneurial law and finance at Seattle University School of Law and Gonzaga Law School. Paul has served as general counsel to sixteen companies, counseled more than 100 others, and worked for the SEC and DOJ early in his career.Paul is currently general counsel to several companies and advises a dozen other technology companies. He has completed $13+ billion of financings and M&A deals, including growing and selling startups to publicly-traded companies ING, Capital One, Nortek, and Abbott, and recently helping take one of his companies public. Read more

Strategies and concepts for mission-based fundraisingFrom the world’s first school of philanthropy, Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is the leading fundraising textbook based on research and steeped in practical expertise. It has long been the go-to reference for fundraising principles, concepts, and techniques. Topics include donor motivations and behaviors, engaging donors at all levels, inclusive and ethical fundraising, and more, with contributions from noted experts in the field. You'll gain insight into the practice of fundraising and the fundraising cycle, reinforced by discussion questions, application exercises, and research-based recommendations.This 5th edition of Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is reimagined to meet the needs of today’s fundraisers, their nonprofit employers, and the causes they serve, while maintaining key concepts that stand the test of time. Compelling and timely topics new to this edition include donor-advised funds, crowdfunding, raising money in challenging times, fundraising for social advocacy, and more. The needs of fundraising educators are also a central consideration in the book's organization and contents. Discover why Achieving Excellence in Fundraising is the leading textbook and reference in the field!Learn the key principles and techniques of philanthropic fundraising, from the experts at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of PhilanthropyConsider today's most pressing issues in fundraising—using research and data to inform practice, engaging a diversity of donors, expressing gratitude effectively, and much moreUtilize research-based fundraising strategies to enhance the success of your organization’s efforts and to achieve your professional goalsChapters are written by faculty, alumni, and associates of the prestigious Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. The newest edition of this trusted work is an essential source of information for anyone in the fundraising space. Read more

A practical step-by-step guide to fundraising that has helped thousands of small nonprofits around the country.A Forbes.com Top 12 Must-Read Book For Nonprofit Employees.The Little Book of Gold is dedicated to helping small (and very small) non-profits unlock their fundraising potential. Avoid common pitfalls and get tips on proven methods that work. This short guide helps new Executive Directors, active board chairs, and other key staff in charge of fundraising to learn the basics of professional and sustainable fundraising. Geared specifically for non-profits with small and very small budgets (a few hundred thousand dollars a year down to the smallest budgets).Revised and expanded in 2011!Major Topics in The Little Book of GoldLearn how to:Board GivingApproach a Board of Directors about board giving and “ask without asking”Deal with different kinds of board members — those who don’t want to give, who see themselves as “rebels,” those who are already good givers, new board members, and more.Set up monthly giving for board membersIncrease board giving a year laterAsking Outside the BoardAsk without sounding desperateBuild more monthly donationsGet “loose change” donationsSet up online givingThank donors so they want to give againFundraising EventsAvoid events that suck your time for not-enough moneyGet more money out of events you currently throwSet up one of the most lucrative fundraising events that no one ever thinks ofNew GrantsBe your best selfFind new grant opportunities easilyGet your foot in the doorThinking BigBuild your donors from the year beforeSet up donor levels without giving away too muchStay friends with donorsThinking BiggerEvaluate whether your non-profit can handle a capital campaignMake your organization open for planned givingOnline FeaturesMore than a book, The Little Book of Gold is like a special weekend conference in condensed form. In addition to the material covered below, purchase of the book will unlock special password-protected features online! Resources include:2 sample direct mail asks (.doc files)Customizable event budgets and checklists (.xls)Table Captain Guide for eventsEvent Sponsorships Strategy GuideOnline Giving after ObamaOverview of recommendations for churches and schoolsDealing with Appointed Board MembersManagement Focus: Thinking Outside the BoxTimeline of a “Normal” Capital CampaignRaising Money for a Specific Project Read more

Jumpstart your fundraising efforts! Whether your nonprofit has just gotten tax-exempt status or has been operating for years, its success depends on its ability to raise donations from individuals, companies, and institutions. The question you’re facing is, “How do we make our voices heard and bring in the needed support?” Here, you’ll find plain-English answers. Featuring advice and stories from over 50 experienced fundraisers, foundation staffers, journalists and more, this book explains how to: make a fundraising plan work with individual donors keep givers giving plan special events solicit grants from foundations and corporations use traditional and social media to engage supporters start a side business to raise funds and much more. Effective Fundraising for Nonprofits also provides creative grassroots strategies and dozens of real-life success stories. Best of all, it cuts out the jargon and “consultant speak” that’s all too common in nonprofit books. The 7th edition is completely updated to reflect recent fundraising trends, such as a rise in the proportion of gifts coming from wealthy donors owing to tax changes. It also suggests strategies for drawing supporters to virtual events. Read more

Raise Money to Fully Fund Your Nonprofit’s ProgramsAs the executive director of a nonprofit, the reality of being responsible for raising money to keep your programs operating is overwhelming. You keep it together, but often you just want a fundraising coach and a team to help, so you don’t have to worry about turning people away or running out of money.Rachel Ramjattan, a national fundraiser with decades of experience fundraising, understands how you feel. In No More Duct Tape Fundraising Rachel walks you through the eight-step process she uses to raise money efficiently and build a fundraising team. You’ll learn how to:Create a fundraising plan to manage fundraisingInspire people to giveUpgrade existing donorsGenerate predictable revenue to sustain your programsGet your board (and staff) on board with fundraisingConsistent with books like How to Write Fundraising Materials That Raise More Money and Nonprofit Fundraising 101, No More Duct Tape Fundraising shows you how you can raise $10,000 FAST, without raising expenses. Read more