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Money Well Spent: A Strategic Guide to Smart Philanthropy
Billions of philanthropic dollars all too often go to waste, failing to achieve stated goals or make true change happen. The reason for this is simple: poor strategy Drawing on examples from many different foundations, Money Well Spent presents donors with the framework to design a plan that will ensure meaningful returns. Paul Brest and Hal Harvey, who help run the U.S.'s sixth largest foundation, bring a wealth of experience and expertise on what works and what does not. For those who believe that philanthropic dollars should be administered according to the highest standards of stewardship, this book is money well spent..
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The 11 Questions Every Donor Asks and the Answers All Donors Crave: How You Can Inspire Someone to Give Generously
Years from now don't be surprised if The 11 Questions Every Donor Asks and the Answers All Donors Crave is singled out as a watershed book in the field of fundraising People might well point to Harvey McKinnon's work and say, "That's when the conversation with our donors changed - literally." And they'd be right. McKinnon has identified 11 core questions, ranging from "Why me?" to "Will my gift make a difference?" to "Will I have a say over how you use my gift?" And the suggested answers are illuminating. One thing is certain: McKinnon is an eloquent instructor. Rather than dryly tell you to "Do this" or "Do that," the author punctuates his prose with dramatic real-life stories. And they're highly engaging, each one skillfully selected to drive home a point. You'll discover, for instance: * How a volunteer coached by a nationally known consultant secured a gift of $175,000 without ever once asking for the gift. * How the chair of a YWCA sparked a first-time gift of $100,000 with a single disarming question from her heart. * How by sensing his donor's ability to give, a development officer at a technical institute turned a $100,000 gift into a $1 million gift. * How by artful negotiation the head of fundraising for a leading HIV/AIDS organization prevented the rock band Queen from donating a vast sum of money to something entirely wasteful. * How with an exquisite 30-minute presentation, and a double-shot of espresso, the Head of Fundraising for Greenpeace International transformed a $1 million gift into a $10 million gift. Jerold Panas, who knows a thing or two about fundraising, calls The 11 Questions "A beautifully polished gem, with real-life stories that unerringly hit their mark." That's high praise from America's grandmaster of philanthropy..
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Funding Fathers: The Unsung Heroes of the Conservative Movement
Money changes everything, especially in politics Politicians, think tanks, and political parties would not be where they are without monetary gifts. Yet, when it comes to celebrating donors, the media often praise liberals for their selfless giving and criticize conservatives for their selfish hoarding. But Ron Robinson and Nicole Hoplin, leaders of Young America's Foundation, set the record straight in Funding Fathers: The Unsung Heroes of the Conservative Movement. Part historical account of the conservative movement and part exposé about political philanthropy, Funding Fathers busts the myth that conservatives donate less money than democrats and exposes how the media, liberal organizations, and even conservatives perpetuate this lie. In Funding Fathers, Robinson and Hoplin reveal: * How conservative donors have had as much influence on the conservative movement as people like Ronald Reagan and William F. Buckley Jr.
* Why anonymous donations can do more harm than good to the conservative movement * How donations benefiting conservative ideas are often misappropriated at universities across the U.S.
* How conservative politicians and organizations use donations more efficiently than liberals Money matters. But it is not the size of the donation that counts, it is the impact it makes. Funding Fathers shows how the unsung heroes of the conservative movement have not only influenced the past, but also how they continue to shape the future..
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The Scholarship Book, 13th Edition: The Complete Guide to Private-Sector Scholarships, Fellowships, Grants, and Loans for the Undergraduate (Scholarship Book)
With more than one million copies sold, this is the first, best, and most comprehensive guide to private-sector scholarships, grants, and loans published in America It gives students essential tips for determining which awards they qualify for, helps them write winning essays, applications, and cover letters, alerts them to scams and rip- offs, and provides useful lists of recommended websites and publications..
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The Generosity Factor: Discover the Joy of Giving Your Time, Talent, and Treasure
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A Revolution in Generosity: Transforming Stewards to Be Rich Toward God
Give over $100 today and get this personalized state-of-the-art fountain pen free! Become a gold sponsor and your name iwll be featured on our exclusive "wall of fame"! Send in your donation by December 31st and enjoy the benefits of giving on your next tax return! Who hasn't heard fundraising gimmicks like these? Or, who hasn't used these gimmicks on others? As Wes Willmer writes, "Generosity is the natural outcome of God's transforming work in individuals when they are conformed to the image of Christ." Fundraising and giving are not simply "drops in the bucket." Capital campaigns and raising funds go deeper than the money. They are spiritual activities in becoming more like Christ. A Revolution in Generosity is a work by some of the best shcolars and practitioners on the subject of funding Christian organizations. As Willmer writes, "The foundation for realizing a revolution in generosity is understanding the biblical view of possessions, generosity, and asking for resources." With over twenty expert contributors, this book is a must-read for organizations striving to rid themselves of secular asking practices and gain an eternal approach. .
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Publicity for Nonprofits: Generating Media Exposure That Leads to Awareness, Growth, and Contributions
Every nonprofit organization, regardless of its size, needs publicity to drive awareness of its goals. Yet, breaking through the clutter in today’s information-overloaded society poses a huge challenge to organizations of all sizes.
In Publicity for Nonprofits: Generating Media Exposure That Leads to Awareness, Growth and Contributions, award-winning publicist Sandra Beckwith shows how to capture the public's attention with successful publicity strategies geared specifically for nonprofit organizations. Fascinating nonprofit case studies, detailed instructions, and a rich array of publicity tools and tactics will help your nonprofit organization learn how to:
§ Create an affordable publicity plan that integrates goals, objectives, and key strategies
§ Determine which tools and tactics will have the most impact on your goals
§ Develop and pitch newsworthy stories with powerful messages that will capture media attention and resonate with your audiences
§ Maximize the publicity potential of your organization’s activities, talents and resources
An excellent roadmap that emphasizes howto information, Publicity for Nonprofits is a must have resource for all nonprofit professionals – especially those who know their organization deserves more media attention to achieve its goals.
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