Working together can be challenging and time consuming, but the energy creates synergy. If you don't fit into the current agenda, find a way in. Raising youth is everybody's business. Show business the benefit of investing in youth. Work across denominations with faith-based organizations.
Resources are more than dollars.
People are resources. Turn your volunteers into donors. Hold your mission above your funding. Don't let the money wag the dog. Articulate your appeal clearly, dramatically and emotionally.