Strategic Fundraising for Nonprofits

NSC is pleased to offer for 2008, Strategic Fundraising for Nonprofits—a four-part seminar with ongoing coaching through the creation of a fund development plan, as well as the potential for implementation assistance.  [Download Application Packet]

In the seminar, Donna McGinnis will teach key elements of success in fund development and guide participants to create individualized plans for their agencies to increase donations in the most efficient and effective way. Throughout the series, participants can expect to: 

• Increase understanding of fund development as it pertains to the organization’s unique characteristics.
• Increase understanding of budgeting and financial management as it relates to fund development.
• Research and identify donors and potential donors.
• Determine the most efficient and effective way to build relationships with and gain financial support from donors and potential donors.
• Engage staff and board members that will need to participate in the process.
• Draft a development plan tailored to the organization’s specific needs and capacity.
• Be prepared to implement a development plan with potential funds for implementation.
• Engage in four hours of individual coaching each month.

The fall seminar series will be offered in St. Louis on August 19, September 16, October 21 and November 18. A commitment to participate in all four sessions of the series is required. There is a nominal fee of $150 per organization. Organizations are encouraged to send two participants. Space is limited to ten organizations to ensure quality of training. 

To apply for Strategic Fundraising for Nonprofits, please submit the organization profile information and a letter of intent by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2008 by mail to: 1015 Locust Street, Suite 650 St. Louis, MO 63101 or by fax: (314) 436-0240. Announcements for the fall seminar series will be made no later than July 18, 2008.    [Download Application Packet]

In the Letter of Intent, please address (maximum one-typed page, minimum 10 font):

• Your organization’s current fund development activity, including revenue distribution.
• Participation from different levels of the staff and board, and the commitment of your staff and board to do the work necessary to acquire new fund development skills and support the fund development process.
• Challenges or obstacles relative to fundraising.
• The impact participation in this program may have on your organization’s ability to accomplish its mission.

Please include the Board Chair’s signature, along with the Executive Director’s signature on the Letter of Intent.   

All inquiries regarding this program should be directed to Claire Hundelt, Director of Programs and Services, at 314-436-9580 or claire@nonprofitservices.org . 

The mission of NSC is to strengthen our region's nonprofit organizations and the nonprofit sector as a whole by providing programs, services, and resources that inform, promote, and connect nonprofits as they work to improve people's lives. 

Support for this NSC initiative was generously provided by the Missouri Foundation for health.