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Working with donors to amplify nonprofit impact

How your community foundation can amplify the impact of local nonprofits by educating donors, improving the fundraising and development skills of nonprofits, and participating in a nationwide capacity building program.

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In “A Community Foundation’s Guide to Working with Donors to Amplify Nonprofit Impact”, you’ll discover strategies to effectively engage donors in supporting small nonprofits. The guide focuses on increasing donors' understanding of nonprofit challenges, securing funding for critical needs, and participating in the Jumpstart program. Organizations can understand how to emphasize the importance of demonstrating the value of small donations and highlight the benefits of supporting emerging nonprofits. It also provides steps for structuring a compelling case for support, building a budget for sustainability, and conducting donor outreach. The Jumpstart program offers fundraising training and support to executive directors, enabling donors to invest in nonprofit self-sustainability.

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    Donor Engagement
  • Guide
  • Philanthropists
  • Foundations & grantmakers
  • Capacity building
  • Grant management & grant making