The Fundraising Feasibility Study It's Not About the Money "This in-depth and accessible collection of essays by fundraising experts goes a long way in demystifying the capital campaign feasibility study. . . . It is a must read for administrators and trustees of any charitable organization considering embarking on a capital campaign." -John Bloom, Director-Advisory Services RSF Innovations in Social Finance "At last, a book that tells all about a pre-campaign development planning study (aka feasibility study). From the role of the organization and its board to the role of the consultant and development staff, this book documents how readiness is the path to success . . . . If you've always wondered how conclusions are drawn, findings explained, and recommendations developed, read this book. It's all here." -James M. Greenfield, ACFRE, FHP, author, Fund Raising: Evaluating and Managing the Fund Development Process and Fundraising Fundamentals and editor, The Nonprofit Handbook: Fund Raising, Third Edition "The Fundraising Feasibility Study provides fundamental information on one of the most important, if little understood, elements of successful fundraising. Written by a cadre of the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the field, it offers insights and useful information that will be valuable to practitioners and scholars alike." -James P. Gelatt, PHD, Professor, Graduate School of Management & Technology University of Maryland University College

"Now you and your staff can conduct some or all of your next fundraising feasibility study without hiring counsel. Here is your complete reference for planning and implementing the study."--P. 4 of cover.

Why of all the hundreds of fund raising books available did Americorps Vista, with offices throughout the United States, single out The Relentlessly Practical Guide to Raising Serious Money as the premier book on the subject and provide a copy to thousands of its staff?

It doesn’t matter if you need to raise thousands of dollars or millions, the same basic principles of fundraising apply. Steve Dorough, who has developed and implemented successful campaigns for numerous clients, shares a blueprint for raising funds in this guide. Step by step, he describes how to develop a compelling strategic plan for fundraising. He also explains how to test the feasibility of your campaign and implement a successful fundraising initiative. Learn how to: • anticipate and respond to objections from potential donors; • share a strategic plan with larger constituencies; • set reasonable fundraising goals; and • recruit a highly-qualified team. This guide is written as a narrative about a fictional chamber of commerce in a fictional community somewhere in the United States. However, the fundraising principles and processes can be successfully applied to any nonprofit. Filled with examples of agendas, letters, reports, and checklists covering every aspect of the fundraising process, this guide takes you through the critical steps that will help you raise funds.

Are you a staff member, a board member, or a volunteer of a faith-based, human service, arts, or other nonprofit organization that needs additional funds to accomplish its mission? Are there not enough hours in the day to raise the money your agency needs? Do your colleagues not have the expertise or interest to generate the needed dollars? Do you need a quick source of practical information about ways to raise funds? Then you need The Essential Nonprofit Fundraising Handbook. This book is for individuals who are dedicated to helping their communities but who need useful recommendations on how to raise money. Written by two of America's foremost fundraising experts, you will learn how to: Develop a clear, efficient fundraising plan. Ask for contributions from individuals. Target businesses, foundations, and government agencies. Hold special events. Conduct a Capital Campaign. And lots more! How many times has a well-meaning board member suggested that you do a golf tournament (gala dinner dance, art auction, walkathon) because the Girl Scouts (local hospital, Rotarians, PBA) scored big with theirs—only no one has any experience with such an event? With The Essential Nonprofit Fundraising Handbook, you'll learn exactly what to do, step by step, to pull off a successful event of any kind or size, or to raise badly needed funds in a wide variety of other ways.