Funder Relationship Building
Grants Plus Guide: Making a Connection with the First Call
You’re phoning a prospective funder. How can you increase the odds of getting a grant?The key is establishing a relationship with a funder before you ever submit. This relationship often begins over the phone. How you handle the first phone call with a funder can make or break your chances of being funded. Follow these…
Read MoreGrants Plus Guide: Boosting Donor & Funder Relationships
Fundraising is the noble act of inviting someone to act on his or her values. Donating to a nonprofit gives people a chance to be involved in a cause they care about. Who better to extend an invitation than members of an organization’s board of directors? The good news is that you are already an…
Read MoreRestoring Trust with Grant Funders
If a grant funder has trust in an organization and its leaders, they are more likely to give a grant—and later to give again. But sometimes things happen that can shake a funder’s trust. In these situations, it’s important to take proactive steps to recognize and remedy the issue. Following are tips for managing difficult…
Read MoreStop Writing + Start Dialing to Grow Your Grants Program
Building and maintaining relationships with funders is the most crucial role for the executive director in grant seeking. This starts by seeking a conversation with a grant maker well before submitting a grant proposal. A personal phone call is a fast-track opportunity to make your contact at a foundation aware of your organization and its…
Read MoreGrow Your Grants with Gratitude
Grants come as a result of growing relationships with funders not only before but after your organization wins the grant. By making the decision makers at a foundation feel appreciated for giving a grant, they may feel more likely to give again. Use this checklist to make sure you are taking every opportunity to appreciate…
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