Articles
Browse through our archive of insightful and informative articles relevant to the field of fund-raising. Articles are provided by employees of the J.F. Smith Group and other experts in the industry.
Philosophy of Fund-raising (2 Articles)
In addition to the fundamentals of fund-raising, these articles cover the basic principles for managing a successful development program regardless of the size of the organization.
Prospect/Donor Management (4 Articles)
Accurate and timely information is vital to any successful development effort. These articles provide guidelines relative to obtaining information on potential prospects, as well as cultivation of prospects into committed donors.
Capital Campaign (5 Articles)
From planning to groundbreaking, these articles discuss different aspects of capital campaigns. Discussions include timetables, organizational structures, readiness, as well as gift policies and procedures.
General Interest (21 Articles)
These articles address general philanthropic and fund-raising issues in today’s economic environment.
Annual Fund (1 Article)
These articles provide information on creating and sustaining annual giving programs. Each article contains proven tips and suggestions on how to maintain and increase annual support.
Feasibility Studies (1 Article)
There are no shortcuts in fund-raising and a non-profit organization can not afford to fail. Feasibility studies are vital to the success of any major gift or capital campaign. These articles discuss the importance of a feasibility study and how it benefits an organization not only as they embark on a campaign but as a way to find out how the constituency feels about the performance of the organization in general.
Advancement Assessment (1 Article)
The foundation of any successful development effort is a solid, organized infrastructure. An assessment will thoughtfully evaluate an organization’s past practices, its present opportunities and its future fund-raising goals. These articles address issues commonly identified within these assessments.
