Fund development is a specialized skill that requires theoretical and practical training for success. The Fund Development PLUS (FD PLUS) Program combines elements of mentoring, training workshops, peer networking and learning opportunities to promote organizational growth and capacity.
Ten agencies are selected each year. A training curriculum, provided in partnership with the Association of Fundraising Professionals, is supported by a 100 hours of direct contact between the Mentor Consultant and the organization to develop strategies and practices specific to each participant.
At the completion of the program each of the organizations are expected to have:
- A completed fund development audit assessment
- A case for support
- A fund development strategy and plan
Results Attained
Specifically, the Fund Development PLUS (FD PLUS) program helps to drive the sustainability for non-profits in the following ways:
- Increased strategic focus
- Development of a fund development culture within the organization
- Increased Board, staff and volunteer understanding of their role in fund development
- Improved level of knowledge and understanding of the fund development process
- Increased confidence within the organization, both internally and externally
- A developed FD plan that builds the capacity of the organization to operate in a sustainable manner.
Participants will have the necessary fund development resources in place for them to be able to reach their larger organizational goals.
Fund Development PLUS is funded by the Kahanoff Foundation and an Anonymous Donor.
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