Eight Essentials for a Successful Fundraising Program

The Board as a whole must ensure that there are KEY ELEMENTS in place in order to have fundraising success.

• A clear mission and long term purpose

• Annual workplan with clear goals and objectives

• A Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers who are committed to and involved in the organization

• Fundraising expertise on the Board or staff

• Annual Income and Expense Budget

• Fundraising Plan

• A Database for tracking donations

• A Case statement