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[Tip Sheet]

Annual Fund Tips

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For many organizations, the annual fund is a mystery, for others it is a routine which becomes stale, and for some it is extremely successful and challenging. Here are a few hints to help your organization benefit from a successful annual fund.  Read more



[Tip Sheet]

Development Plan Tips

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If you don't have a written development plan for your organization, now is the time to do one. Some things to remember:  Read more



[Tutorial]

Fundamentals of Fundraising

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By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President

Powerpoint presentation.  Read more



[Recommended Book]

Fundraising Basics: A Complete Guide

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By Barbara Ciconte
A practical guide to everything you need to know about fundraising.

Publisher's Description:

The Second Edition of the essential book on the basics of fundraising provides new, up-to-date and valuable information that every beginning fundraiser needs to know. With updated case studies and real-life examples, this practical guide will continue to provide an overview of the field and give development staff, managers, and directors a platform from which to operate their fundraising programs.  Read more



[Tutorial]

Getting Started in Fundraising

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By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President

Powerpoint presentation.  Read more



[Recommended Book]

Hank Rosso's Achieving Excellence in Fund Raising

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By Hank Rosso
The Bible of new fundraisers, written by the recognized "guru" of fundraising.

Publisher's Description:

This thoroughly revised and updated edition of the classic book in the field provides a conceptual foundation for the fund raising profession. Hank Rosso's Achieving Excellence in Fund Raising examines the profession's principles, strategies, and methods and is filled with practical examples.  Read more



[Recommended Book]

Nonprofit Handbook, The: Fund Raising

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By James Greenfield
A basic outline of how fundraising works, which methods work best and why.

Publisher's Description:

There are some books, The Bridges of Madison County comes to mind, that are best read in one sitting. Then there are others, the Holy Bible being the quintessential example, that speak to you as your needs arise.

Certainly, The Nonprofit Handbook: Fund Raising, is in the latter category. In fact, it could legitimately be called the bible of fund raising, brimming as it is with the insights, wisdom, and expertise of 63 of the nation's best minds on all facets of fund raising.   Read more



[Recommended Book]

Nonprofit Management 101

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By Darian Rodriquez Heyman
A Complete and Practical Guide for Leaders and Professionals

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Essential Resources, Tools, and Hard-Earned Wisdom from Fifty Leading Experts

"To all those who want to change their world, you now have a how-to operator's manual for the nonprofit sector. This invaluable tool is sure to help you advance your cause and develop your organization—it's a must-read." —Jody Williams, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate (1997); Chair, Nobel Women's Initiative

Showcasing practical tips and takeaways, this how-to manual and resource guide provides easy to implement solutions for organizations seeking to expand impact and meet mission.  Read more



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