Fundraising resources fundraising partnerships board financial management assessment planning best practices general description planning and troubleshooting proposal outline grant guidelines do's and don'ts of fundraising A fundraising plan contains the specific strategies your organization will use to acquire funds for ongoing operations and programs. It establishes the overall dollar amount needed, lists the sources of income and details the methods you will use to reach your goals. The basis for a fundraising plan is a budget and timeline, which shows how much money you need, when you need it, and what the probable sources of income are.
Preparation lays the groundwork for successful fundraising.
Determine if your organization knows how, and has the human and financial resources to pursue each option of fundraising. Accurately gauging your capacity to raise funds will help you set realistic goals and avoid frustration and failure. One indicator for successful fundraising is an involved, supportive board of directors. Their willingness to donate time and money to the organization shows other individuals, businesses and grant makers that the leadership believes in your organization and programs. It is difficult to convince others to give if you are unwilling to donate yourself.