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. Money does not come from strangers.
People give to projects and people they know.
Donations from individuals make up the largest percentage of support for nonprofits. This area of fundraising can be successful if pursued thoughtfully. People usually do not donate the first time that they are asked. The more contracts that an individual has with your organization, the greater the possibility of a donation. In designing membership campaigns, this is an important factor to keep in mind.