Preparing for a Capital Campaign
Ingredients for Success
Presented By
Richard R. Blain, CFRE
Richard R. Blain & Associates
Manchester
Thursday, April 19, 2012
8:45am to 12:30pm (Check-in: 8:30am)
Southern New Hampshire University
2500 No. River Rd., Manchester, NH
Recent reports demonstrate that capital campaigns can be successful even in the middle of a recession. So, if the economy is not the primary indicator of whether a capital campaign
will reach goal, then what is? This workshop, designed for staff and board members of nonprofits in search of capital dollars, will tell you about ALL the pieces you need to have in
place before embarking on a major campaign for your organization and help you plan the best approach. We will focus on strengthening your fundraising skills and effectiveness with
helpful techniques based on real-life fundraising challenges and success stories.
Topics covered include:
– When and why should you have a campaign?
– Do you need to hire a consultant? When and why?
– Phases of a Campaign – The plan is key
– Critical Components
– Crafting a Compelling Case statement
– Campaign Leadership – Roles of staff, board and volunteers
– Solicitation – Who does what?
– Donor recognition and Stewardship
– Obstacles to a successful campaign
This workshop is essential training for:
Executive Directors
Development Professionals
Board Chairs
Fund Development Committee Members
Registration Fees:
$39 for board members of CONFR member organizations
Register Today! Go to www/confr.org to register online; or download a registration form and mail to: CONFR, PO Box 3514, Concord, NH 03302; or call 603-724.6741.
