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[Tutorial]

Advancing Philanthropy: What's Working?

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By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President
Originally published in AFP's "Advancing Philanthropy" magazine
The Dreaded Board “Training”

Building an effective enthusiastic Board is one of the most critical elements in fundraising. But of course, your Board doesn’t think they need training, they don’t have time for it, and they won’t listen to what you have to say anyway.  Read more



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Advisory Council Invitation Sample

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XYZ Organization
Advisory Council

We welcome you to the XYZ Council. This group is a newly created advisory council to the Board and will consist of non-voting members. This status will remove the obligations, which Board members have, in attending monthly meetings and participating on committees.

What do we expect from you?  Read more


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[Tutorial]

Annual Board Appeal, The

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By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President
Originally Published in the AFP Information Exchange

Is it important, even necessary, for your Board members to contribute to your organization’s annual appeal?

Yes, for several reasons:  Read more



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Annual/Capital Campaign Pledge Form Sample

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A pledge form model to use for your Annual or Capital Campaign.  Read more


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[Tutorial]

Art of Creating a Fundraising Culture on Arts & Culture Boards

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By Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE
CAPITAL VENTURE CEO/President
Originally published in AFP's "Advancing Philanthropy" magazine
Advancing Philanthropy: The Art of Creating a Fundraising Culture on Arts & Culture Boards

Fundraising is often described as both an art and a science. And who better to understand the techniques and skills required to do fundraising than those who are involved in raising money for the arts and cultural institutions?  Read more



[Tip Sheet]

Assessing Your Organization’s Philanthropic Profile Tips

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Does your organization have a strong philanthropic culture? Take this quick test to find out.  Read more



[Recommended Book]

Beyond Fundraising: New Strategies for Nonprofit Innovation and Investment

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By Kay Sprinkel Grace
Kay Grace leads readers through the process of fundraising, development and philanthropy and guides them to the next level of thinking.

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Do you or your volunteers fear rejection or feel like a beggar when fundraising? Do you worry about soliciting donors too often? Are you tired of the relentless cycle of fundraising activities necessary to generate revenues for your programs?  Read more



[Tool]

Board Boot Camp

Does your board understand and embrace their role as fundraisers for your organization? If not, check out our board boot camp, an intense four-hour session to help board members understand what makes a development program successful, what their role is in fundraising, and how to develop a network of support for your organization.    Read more



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