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Boards That Love Fundraising: A How-To Guide For Your Board


by Robert Zimmerman and Ann Lehman

Paperback, 128 pages, February 2004, Jossey-Bass
US $32.00, ISBN: 0-7879-6812-9

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Written by Robert Zimmerman and Ann Lehman - leading experts in the field of fundraising and board development - Boards That Love Fundraising: A How-To Guide For Your Board not only shows that all board members (no matter the level of experience) can learn to raise funds, but also provides effective tips to the more experienced fundraisers. This workbook published by Jossey-Bass offers inspiring examples of boards that have grown from fear and loathing of fundraising to eager anticipation. This inspiration is accompanied by practical advice and exercises for boards based on the authors' extensive experience in working with nonprofits of all sizes. This invaluable book:

  • Provides information on board structure and its impact on raising money
  • Outlines the concepts that will empower you to ask for money effectively and fearlessly
  • Describes the wide variety of methods nonprofits use to raise money and the board's role in each
  • Shows how to recruit board members who can help with fundraising
  • Explores the vital issues of fundraising, planning, staffing, evaluation, and working with consultants.


    Table of Contents

    About the Authors

    Excerpt from Chapter 1: Boards That Love Fundraising: Specific Responsibilities

    Excerpt from Chapter 2: Getting People to Ask for $$

    What people are saying about Boards That Love Fundraising

    The Chronicle of Philanthropy Consultant's Guide review - October 13, 2005

    The Foundation Center review, Philanthropy News Digest, September 22, 2004

    Review - Reference & Research Book News, vol. 19 no. 3, August 2004

    The Chronicle of Philanthropy - May 27, 2004, "Advice to Help Board Members Raise Money"

    The Contra Costa Times - April 2, 2004, "Couple find passion in fund-raising lessons"

    The San Francisco Chronicle - March 12, 2004, "Authors Urge Nonprofits to Cultivate Individuals"



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    2007 Zimmerman Lehman.

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