An Explosion of Resources for Non-Profits
By Teresa Ambord
Charities usually have an incredible task ahead of them when it comes to fundraising. The needs they seek to fill can be daunting, while the funds are generally meager. But thanks to the Internet, the available resources are abundant these days.
Non-profit managers can take a variety of courses online in the art of fundraising, researching, grant-writing, and marketing. Naturally there is a cost, but because of the online availability, the cost is minimized compared to traveling to classes, hotel stays, and lost workdays.
Check the Nonprofit Learning.com Web site for some interesting course selections:
The Network For Good will help you set up an online fundraising solicitation and will help you tailor your message to the right people. Check out the website and go to “Quick Start.”
The Philanthropy.com Web site offers a wealth of resources for non-profit agencies
See opportunities for continuing education at:
To find a fund raising consultant, go to this Web site where you can find fund raising guides classified by their specialties:
To see fund raising software, grant-writing software, fund accounting software, and more technology help, see:
To find a consultant specializing in non-profit management, Click Here:
For help with direct marketing, click here:
Print Resources
In addition to the vast resources on the Internet, there's an abundance of excellent books available on Amazon.com to help even the most inexperienced rookies learn to navigate the waters of grant writing and fund raising.
Here are four books by Mal Warwick that provide fund-raising guidance:
- How to Write Successful Fundraising Letters
- Fundraising on the Internet: The ePhilanthropyFoundation.org's Guide to Success Online, 2nd Edition
- Revolution in the Mailbox : Your Guide to Successful Direct Mail Fundraising
- The Five Strategies for Fundraising Success: A Mission-Based Guide to Achieving Your Goals
