Fundraising

Sample Director of Development Position Description

February 26, 2013

by William J. Moran, J.D., M.S.Ed. Here is a description for the Director of Development position.  This role is commonly the chief fundraising position at a nonprofit organization. POSITION SUMMARY:…

7 Ways to Engage Volunteers in Fundraising

September 7, 2011

by William J. Moran, J.D., M.S.Ed. Volunteer involvement is important for a strong development program. Yet volunteers are often apprehensive and question their fundraising role: What specifically are they going…

Building Endowment – Naming Opportunities

September 7, 2011

by William J. Moran, J.D., M.S.Ed. Because endowments are permanent funds, they are attractive vehicles to perpetuate the memory of, or honor, a loved one.  If you know your donor’s…

The Role of the Case Statement in Fundraising

September 6, 2011

by Susan Whitmore An effective case statement sets forth the reasons why an organization is deserving of philanthropic support. A case statement 1) articulates the societal cause the organization champions,…

Eight Principles of Charitable Solicitation

September 6, 2011

by William J. Moran, J.D., M.S.Ed. Frankly, not many people actually enjoy soliciting gifts. However, fund raising provides the financial fuel for non-profits and their critical missions. Perhaps another way to…

Corporate Rating Worksheet

September 5, 2011

By Scott Sheldon, CFRE Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation 480-882-6985 Scott Sheldon, author of Effective Corporate Fundraising: Strategies for Success, rates the likelihood that a corporation will make a gift to your…

Corporate Prospect Rating Form

September 5, 2011

As a nonprofit executive search firm that specializes in recruiting top leadership and fundraising positions, The Moran Company likes to offer a variety of resources to our partner organizations. Scott…