Fundraising Readiness: Is Your Organization Ready

Join us for an enlightening lecture on Fundraising Readiness, where we will explore what it takes for an organization to efficiently seek and secure funding. This session will cover key components essential for fundraising success, including establishing a clear vision and mission, crafting a compelling case for support, and developing a strategic plan. We will discuss the importance of demonstrating strong leadership and implementing solid financial management systems. Additionally, we’ll delve into maintaining a well-organized donor database, creating effective communication strategies, and ensuring the capacity to responsibly manage and steward funds.

We are thrilled to announce Anna Barber as our guest speaker. As the President of Barber & Associates, a boutique fundraising consulting firm in Washington, DC, Ask A Fundraiser, a tech-enabled platform that helps small non-profits build their cases for support, and a former top-level fundraiser, Anna brings a wealth of experience from her tenures at prestigious national nonprofits, including the Smithsonian Institution, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, healthcare entities, and higher education institutions. She will share invaluable insights and strategies from her successful career to help you elevate your fundraising efforts.

Fundraising preparation and readiness are crucial to showing potential donors that your organization can achieve its goals and make a significant impact on society. They build trust and credibility, demonstrating professionalism and organization. They also increase the likelihood of successful fundraising efforts, ensuring your organization can obtain the necessary resources to fulfill its mission and sustain its programs and services.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your organization’s fundraising readiness and ensure its long-term success. Save the date and join us for this informative lecture.