Something to think about
Before asking for donations you should have a solid mission statement. Donors and grantors expect your mission to be carried out throughout your actions and plans, in all communications: annual reports, elevator pitches, your website, the would of social media. Proof is in the pudding, as it were. Strengthen your case for giving - - money doesn't just materialize. It has to be earned.
Make sure the statement answers these key questions:
Before asking for donations you should have a solid mission statement. Donors and grantors expect your mission to be carried out throughout your actions and plans, in all communications: annual reports, elevator pitches, your website, the would of social media. Proof is in the pudding, as it were. Strengthen your case for giving - - money doesn't just materialize. It has to be earned.
Make sure the statement answers these key questions:
- Why do you exist? (passion)
- What does your organization do? (what you are best at)
- What difference does it make? (the impact your nonprofit is making)