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One of the most significant factors in the success of any fundraising program is the ability and willingness of the organization to take the time to develop an integrated development plan with realistic budgets, timelines, and areas of responsibility.
A celebration of the nonprofit world and the individuals who dedicate their lives and their talents to serving others, The Nonprofit Development Companion: A Workbook for Fundraising Success examines all aspects of nonprofit development and includes immediately useable templates and examples in each chapter.
Divided into the ten basic elements of creating and operating a rewarding program to raise friends and funds, each chapter in The Nonprofit Development Companion covers a specific element, including mission, strategic planning, case for support, and marketing/communications.
The step-by-step guidance and practical tools in this book thoroughly cover everything from sample mission statements, strategic and campaign planning job descriptions, sample internal case statements, timelines, and solicitation letters to pledge forms, data collection forms, board organizational charts, board profile worksheets, and much more.
The cornerstone of any effective fundraising program is a solid development program. Written by Brydon DeWitt—a leader in the field of nonprofit development and fundraising—The Nonprofit Development Companion is a practical, hands-on workbook that gives support to nonprofit professionals, volunteers, and consultants in building a development program for fundraising success.
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Praise for The Nonprofit Development Companion
"In The Nonprofit Development Companion, Brydon DeWitt shares his considerable knowledge and experience with everyone involved in the fundraising world. It is strong, to the point, and very clear. This is an outstanding addition to the profession's literature."
— Ken Bartels, Principal, Ken Bartels Consulting
"Whether you are a seasoned development professional or are just getting started in raising funds for an organization, The Nonprofit Development Companion has the practical how to advice and sample documents that we all need to succeed in raising friends and funds."
— Susan Hacker, CFRE, Individual Giving Associate, American Society of Plastic Surgeons/
Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation
"Mr. DeWitt's The Nonprofit Development Companion is a candy store for everyone engaged in the fundraising field. His insights and methods are compelling for both the novice and the experienced professional. Following his advice will achieve any organization's development goals. I know this firsthand, because it was his guidance that enabled us to exceed every financial goal during our very first three years as a 501 C3."
—Eugene R. Klompus, Executive Director, I-Car Education Foundation
"It is hard to believe that so much clear and useful information can be included in only 200 or so pages of Brydon DeWitt's The Nonprofit Development Companion. The numerous forms, processes, job descriptions, templates, etc., certainly justify the subtitle, A Workbook for Fundraising Success. The book also provides a road map from the mission statement, through its strategic plan and goals to successful funding of the nonprofit's activities. This book is a workbook, a road map, and a one-stop primer."
— David L. Flick, President, Friendship Industries, Inc.
"The key to the success of any nonprofit is a solid financial foundation. Brydon DeWitt has put together the floor plan to follow in establishing this foundation. This book is a must-have for the toolbox of any nonprofit."
— The Rev. Jonathan Barton, General Minister, Virginia Council of Churches
"New to the development world? Seasoned chief development officer? Put reading this book on your to-do list for now and once each year!"
— Madge Logan Clark, current Volunteer Chairman, Build a House for Chi Omega Campaign, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; former chief development officer, St. Mary's Episcopal School, Memphis
