Fundraising For Dummies, 4th Edition

Chapter 24

Ten Fundraising Resources for New Nonprofit Organizations

IN THIS CHAPTER

Getting started with professional development

Using go-to resources to excel in fundraising

Relying on expert advice to kick-start your fundraising efforts

New nonprofit organizations have the hardest time convincing potential corporate and foundation grantmakers to give them the funds needed to start up a new 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. In fact, it’s rare for a new nonprofit to score a large grant that pays all the operating bills. So where will you find the money needed to turn your dream into reality?

You can be sure that it won’t be money from a foundation like Gates, Sanford, or Rockefeller. In fact, you’re going to be scouting around for the small funders in your community. Don’t fret. New nonprofits can raise money in other ways.

This chapter doles out ten fundraising resources for new nonprofit organizations. Are you ready to learn about these resources? Let’s get started!

Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)

AFP is a membership nonprofit organization that requires a fee to join. Joining an international association for fundraisers comes with benefits. Although you’re ...