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Seeking Support in All the Right Places

Jan-Feb 2010, Vol. 29 No.1

Giving Within Communities: Center for Participatory Change’s Research on Horizontal Giving

By Craig White

A nonprofit in Western North Carolina studied the rich networks and features of informal giving that exist in every community, and focused their research on low-income communities and communities of color. This brief summary of their report explains how nonprofits can better understand these important networks to make sure their work is more responsive and relevant to their constituents.

Also in this issue:

Fundraising Appeal Makeover. By Nicole Hsiang.  Our letter-wrangler finds that even a letter that is appealing for its personal tone and engaging style can be strengthened with attention to some basic improvements. Nicole’s tips can be applied to your next fundraising appeal. $3

Inspiration from Fundraising History. By Holly Fincke. The US Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and ‘60s is one example of how grassroots fundraising was a critical, but not widely known, element of the success of these campaigns for racial justice. We can learn from these stories, and use them to inspire our own fundraising efforts. $3

Time Management for Fundraisers. By Kim Klein. Journal founder Kim Klein states that the purpose of time management is to be happy, not just to get more things done in a day. Adapted from her new book, Reliable Fundraising in Unreliable Times, this article will help you set priorities that will lead to making better decisions about the use of your time.$3

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