How to Get Started with Foundation Grant Seeking
Here’s what you need to keep in mind when applying for grants from foundations.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
How to Set Your Organization Up to Hire the Right Fundraiser
Involve relevant staff in the process, be mindful of your budget, ask probing questions, and more expert advice.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
The Basics of Meeting with Big Donors
Veteran fundraisers and consultants offer their advice on what to do, when, and where.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
After Newsletter Revamp, Irish Charity Sees Boost in Retention
Increasing the frequency of communications with donors—and giving them more information about programs—leads to a large payoff.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Personalized Letter Helps Fraternity Keep High-Level Donors
Special invitations to join a giving society yield results for an academic group.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
A Template to Help Charities Develop Gift Agreements
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning offers a model of what to include in a legal agreement for an endowment gift.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
A Step-by-Step Guide for Donors Setting Up a Planned Gift
The Ocean Conservancy uses this informational packet to help donors make decisions—and commitments—about planned gifts.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Explaining Planned-Giving Options to Donors
The Ocean Conservancy uses this booklet to explain donors’ options when making a gift from their estates.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
A Statement of Commitment to the Georgia Institute of Technology
The university asks donors who commit to planned gifts to complete this form.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Setting Up a Planned Giving Program
Where to start when considering asking donors for planned gifts.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor