This is a question-and-answer series related to community college fundraising. This is article one of the series. Question: How do you ensure that your board members know what your foundation’s mission is? Can you provide an example? Answer: … [Read more...]
Ethical Issues in Fundraising
Ethical Issues in Fundraising Introduction Fundraising for nonprofit organizations is challenging, but it is particularly tough when the economy sours. Professional fundraisers receive pressure from all types of stakeholders – their … [Read more...]
From student to alumni: Sustaining support after graduation
One of the challenges we face in the world of community college fundraising is developing philanthropic relationships with our students and sustaining those relationships as students transition to alumni. Although the most … [Read more...]
Are There Gaps in Your Institutional Advancement Office or Foundation?
I’m excited to offer you an assessment that can help you answer this question. If you’re a leader in higher education, please use the assessment to identify any gaps in your advancement office or foundation and then develop a plan to resolve them. … [Read more...]
Ethics vs. Fundraising Goals – You Decide
Fundraising for nonprofit organizations is challenging, but it is particularly tough when the economy sours. Professional fundraisers receive pressure from all types of stakeholders – their bosses, board members and, in some cases, donors and the … [Read more...]