How the University of Virginia Took a More Proactive Approach to Recruiting Fundraisers
The university’s fundraising recruiter shares the tools and tips she’s found effective, including starting a database of potential candidates.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Sample: A Successful Grant Application From a Local Arts Nonprofit
A strong relationship with a foundation helped Elders Share the Arts secure $10,000 for their program for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender seniors.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Sample Project Budget for a Grant Proposal
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine recommends breaking down program income into three categories.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Job Description: A Director of Gift Planning at Penn State
The university’s new external development job descriptions now include more information about the school and community.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
5 Tips for Writing a Better Fundraising Job Description
Nonprofit consultants and executive-search professionals share their advice for writing a strong job description for your next open position.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Annual Tax Letter for Your Monthly Donors
Use this model to craft a letter to monthly donors that they can use as a record for claiming a charitable tax deduction.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Oregon Public Broadcasting’s Checklist for Starting a Sustainer Program
The public-media organization shared its list of must-haves for a monthly-giving program.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Sample Bequest Language for Donors to Include in a Will
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning provides examples of how to phrase the designation of several types of bequests.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
5 Things to Do Before Your First Meeting With a Major-Gift Prospect
A checklist of how to prepare for that important first appointment.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
A Model Gift-Acceptance Policy from the Partnership for Philanthropic Planning
How to spell out the types of gifts your organization accepts and how they’re managed.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor