Fundraising
Fundraising encompasses securing the funds an organization needs to function and fulfill its mission, whether in the form of grants or contributions. Having diversified sources of funding is imperative for the survival of an organization.
- Fundraising and Grant Writing Trainings
- NM Grantmakers Directory
- Grant Writing Documents
- Grant Writing Websites
- Fundraising Documents
- Fundraising Websites
Grant Writing
Documents
- Researching Grantmakers - provides tools, resources and instructions for grant research by CNPE
- Needs Statement - includes process, examples and resources for writing the needs statement by CNPE
- Program Plan - offers tips and resources for writing a program plan by CNPE
Websites
- NM Grantmakers Directory - searchable directory of state and national funding opportunities
- University Libraries Guide to Grant Writing - grant writing tutorials, tips, and statistical resources
- Foundation Center - resources and trainings on identifying funders and preparing proposals
Fundraising
Documents
- Online Fundraiser's Checklist - includes tips for online fundraising, email outreach and events by Network for Good
- Gift Acceptance Policies - sample policies by Nonprofit Risk Management Center
- Gift Acceptance Policies and Procedures for Annual Fundraising - sample by CDR Fundraising Group
- A Consumers Guide to Low Cost Donor Management Systems - report comparing donor management systems by Idealware and NTEN
Websites
- Association of Fundraising Professionals- New Mexico Chapter - networking, educational opportunities and resources for fundraisers
- The Chronicle of Philanthropy - news, trend analysis, jobs and fundraising strategies for the nonprofit world
- Giving USA - data and trends about charitable giving
- Global Giving - fundraising site that gives nonprofits worldwide a change to raise money
- Fundraising Success - information, strategies and expert advice for nonprofit fundraisers
- Are You a Fundraiser? - a short video on the essentials of fundraising
