Fundraiser's Companion: A Reference to Demystify Major Gifts and the Fundraising Process (Paperback)

Fundraiser’s Companion will help you discover: 

• The four stages of fundraising
• What motivates people to give charitable gifts
• Misconceptions about nonprofits and fundraising
• Which donors to prioritize and ideas for building relationships
• How to create a case for giving to inspire your financial supporters
• How to draft donor strategies
• How to obtain and prepare for a donor visit
• Proposal development
• The pros and cons of events, event types, lists of ideas
• Gifts in-kind, cause-related marketing, corporate giving
• Estate gifts–bequests, retirement plans, life insurance
• Fundraising plans and frameworks
• Campaign Fundraising
• Proactive steps to address sexual harassment in the workplace
• Tips for safe, productive, and positive interactions with donors
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and justice in the workplace
• The relationship between alcohol and fundraising
• Working with your board
• Thanking and reporting back to donors
• Resources for your health and well-being

As you endeavor to make the world a more sustainable, safe, and fair world for all, Fundraiser’s Companion will be a valuable manual for years to come.

Paperback, 7.25" w x 9.25" h, 210 pages